5 best decks for Clash Royale It's Raining Gifts event

The Clash Royale It's Raining Gifts event is now live. In this event, which arrived following the release of the Clash Royale patch notes for December 16, 2024, both players will spawn a Santa Hog Rider from opposite lanes every 28 seconds, dropping gifts like Rage, Invisibility, Clone, or Heal spells. Every player must incorporate the Royal Chef tower troop in their decks, with all cards unlocked for deck-building.

This article lists some of the best decks for the Clash Royale It's Raining Gifts event.

Note: This list is subjective and solely reflects the opinions of the writer

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What are the best decks for the Clash Royale It's Raining Gifts event?

1) Mega Cannon Musketeer Firecracker deck

Mega Cannon Musketeer Firecracker Clash Royale It's Raining Gifts event deck (Image via Supercell)

Deck (Avg. Elixir Cost - 3):

• Mega Knight Evolution (7 elixir)
• Cannon Evolution (3 elixir)
• Musketeer (4 elixir)
• Firecracker (3 elixir)
• Spear Goblins (2 elixir)
• Ice Spirit (1 elixir)
• Skeletons (1 elixir)
• Arrows (3 elixir)

This deck shines in the Clash Royale It's Raining Gifts event because it allows you to take advantage of the Santa Hog’s gifts (like the Rage and Heal spells).

By summoning a Mega Knight Evolution behind your Hog, it can become nearly unstoppable when healed and enraged. Support troops like the Musketeer, Firecracker, and Spear Goblins are key for eliminating air troops that may try to thwart your Santa Hog or Mega Knight.

For defense, you can use the Clash Royale Cannon Evolution to stop enemy Santa Hog Riders from reaching your tower, with additional support from Ice Spirits and Skeletons. You can use Arrows both offensively and defensively, while the new Royal Chef shoots pancakes to heal your Hog and Mega Knight.

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2) Royal Archer Fisherman deck

Clash Royale Royal Archer Fisherman deck (Image via Supercell)

Deck (Avg. Elixir Cost - 3.4):

• Royal Recruits Evolution (7 elixir)
• Archers Evolution (3 elixir)
• Valkyrie (4 elixir)
• Fisherman (3 elixir)
• Goblin Gang (3 elixir)
• Goblins (2 elixir)
• Bats (2 elixir)
• Arrows (3 elixir)

This deck revolves around using the Santa Hog Rider with the Archer and Royal Recruits Evolutions for effective offense. The Archer can provide superb aerial support, while the Royal Recruits can overwhelm your opponent with a flood of troops from both lanes.

The rest of the cards in this Clash Royale It's Raining Gifts event deck are geared toward defense. Instead of traditional building troops, you can use a strategically positioned Fisherman or Valkyrie to stop enemy Hogs. The Royal Chef troop also plays a crucial role in healing your Santa Hog and Royal Recruits.

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3) Mega Goblin Fisherman deck

Clash Royale Mega Goblin Fisherman deck (Image via Supercell)

Deck (Avg. Elixir Cost - 3.9):

• Mega Knight Evolution (7 elixir)
• Goblin Giant Evolution (6 elixir)
• Goblinstein (5 elixir)
• Fisherman (3 elixir)
• Royal Guards (3 elixir)
• Skeleton Bomber (2 elixir)
• Arrows (3 elixir)
• Rage (2 elixir)

This is a powerful and expensive deck for the Clash Royale It's Raining Gifts event. For attacks, it uses high-cost units like the Mega Knight and Goblin Giant Evolutions with the Goblinstein and Santa Hog Rider. Gifts like Rage, Heal, and Clone can make your attacks overwhelming when used with these powerful units.

The Fisherman is an excellent defensive unit, capable of pulling enemy Hog Riders away from your towers. Meanwhile, the Skeleton Bomber and Royal Guards can deal substantial damage to opponents. You can use Arrows for both defense and offense while enhancing your attacks further with the Rage spell.

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4) Mega Cannon Sparky deck

Clash Royale Mega Cannon Sparky deck (image via Supercell)

Deck (Avg. Elixir Cost - 3.1):

• Mega Knight Evolution (7 elixir)
• Cannon Evolution (3 elixir)
• Sparky (6 elixir)
• Bats (2 elixir)
• Skeletons (1 elixir)
• Ice Spirit (1 elixir)
• Tornado (3 elixir)
• Log (2 elixir)

This is a deceptively easy-to-use and cheap deck for the Clash Royale It's Raining Gifts event. The setup revolves around having a Mega Knight Evolution or a Sparky behind your Santa Hog Rider to build up a strong attack. Additionally, you can use the Log to clear the way for them if your opponent deploys smaller defensive units like Skeletons.

Pairing the Cannon Evolution with Bats, Skeletons, and Ice Spirits can effectively halt the enemy’s Santa Hog Rider. You can also use Tornado to redirect the enemy Hog, triggering your King Tower in the process.

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5) Bowler Valkyrie Firecracker deck

Clash Royale Bowler Valkyrie Firecracker deck (Image via Supercell)

Deck (Avg. Elixir Cost - 2.6):

• Valkyrie Evolution (4 elixir)
• Firecracker Evolution (3 elixir)
• Bowler (5 elixir)
• Mini P.E.K.K.A (4 elixir)
• Skeletons (1 elixir)
• Fire Spirit (1 elixir)
• Ice Spirit (1 elixir)
• Log (2 elixir)

This is the cheapest Clash Royale It's Raining Gifts event deck on this list. This setup is centered around supporting your Santa Hog Rider with either a Bowler or Firecracker Evolution. Both units can benefit from the gifts dropped by the Hog.

The Valkyrie Evolution serves as a formidable defensive unit, pulling enemies towards her, which Mini P.E.K.K.A can deal with swiftly. Ice and Fire Spirits, along with Skeletons, offer additional defense. The Log can clear the way for your main push, and the Royal Chef ensures your units stay healed.