How to counter troop cards in Clash Royale

Gaining the upper hand in battles requires proficiency at countering troop cards in Clash Royale. Knowing the advantages and disadvantages of certain troop cards, using spells precisely, and controlling elixir are all necessary for an effective counterattack. You can neutralize your opponent's forces, maintain control of the battlefield, and create the conditions for a successful offensive by carefully placing the appropriate counters.

This tutorial provides three essential tactics to ensure you stay ahead of the game and win more battles by properly countering troop cards in Clash Royale.

NOTE: This article is subjective and solely reflects the writer's opinions.

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Strategies to counter troop cards in Clash Royale

1) Use the right counters

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Swarm cards vs single high-damage troops

Swarm cards like Skeleton Army, Bats, or Goblin Gang can swiftly overrun and destroy high-damage, single-target troops like the Mini P.E.K.K.A or Prince. Since these swarm cards have numerous targets, it can be challenging for soldiers with a single objective to clear them effectively.

Swarms vs splash damage troops

However, troops that deal splash damage, such as the Baby Dragon, Valkyrie, or Wizard, are great counters when facing swarms. Their area damage is a potent defense since it may swiftly take out several troops with low health at once.

Ranged troops vs melee troops

At a distance, melee troops can be defeated by ranged troops like archers, musketeers, and electro wizards without suffering significant damage. Place them where they will be most effective and out of the melee troops' line of sight.

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2) Effective use of spells

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Arrows and Fireball

Spells like this work wonders against troop cards in Clash Royale, especially when they are grouped together or in swarms. The Fireball in Clash Royale may cause significant damage to soldiers and buildings with medium health, while Arrows can eliminate lesser forces like Minion Horde. For optimum effect, use them when your opponent deploys several troops nearby.

Log and Zap

These cheap spells in Clash Royale reset soldiers like Sparky or Inferno Tower and work well against smaller swarms. Additionally, the Log can drive back enemy forces, allowing your defenses more time to respond.

Poison and Rocket

These expensive spells can effectively target stronger soldiers and structures. Poison is an excellent counter for troop spawners or clustered units because it deals damage gradually. Rocket has a high burst damage that may quickly destroy buildings and troops with medium to high health.

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3) Strategic placement and elixir management

Strategic placement (Image via Supercell)

Placement

Accurately positioning your forces can effectively impact countering troop cards in Clash Royale. To increase the effectiveness of splash damage dealers like Executioner or Baby Dragon, deploy a Tornado to draw soldiers into their radius. Strategically place defensive structures like Tesla or Cannon to divert opposing forces from your towers.

Elixir management

Effective usage of elixir is essential to counter troop cards in Clash Royale. Avoid overcommitting to fend off a single troop or assault, as this can expose you to other attacks. To ensure you have enough for your offensive pushes, look to preserve an elixir advantage by spending just enough to counter your opponent's troops successfully.

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