Skeleton King
Skeleton King overview
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Description
The King of the undead himself. He sometimes feels lonely (could be due to his non flattering features) and will summon friends to join him in the battle even after death. Tough guys have feelings too!
Skeleton King battle strategy
At 4 elixir, Skeleton King plays as a Champion troop that targets ground. Released in 2021, it remains a reliable option for balancing offense and defense.
Opening plays and tempo
Lead with Skeleton King when you can float 4 elixir. It lets you test your opponent's responses without committing a full push.
Support combinations
Pair Skeleton King with spells or support troops that amplify a troop's pressure. Knockback, rage, or splash damage keep it on the board longer.
Defensive flip
Hold Skeleton King for ground pushes when you need a fast trade. Survive the defense, then stack it behind surviving units for a counterattack.
Synergies and deck ideas
Cheap cycle cards help you get back to Skeleton King whenever you need its toolkit in rotation.
Mix Skeleton King with win conditions that benefit from its support or let it pressure the opposite lane as a secondary win condition.
Playing around counters
Identify hard counters early
Watch for buildings, splash damage, or swarms that shut Skeleton King down. Force those answers out with spells or opposite-lane pressure.
Spell safety
Avoid stacking Skeleton King near your tower. High-damage spells punish clumped units, so stagger deployments to reduce risk.
Upgrade priorities
Track the damage and hit point breakpoints that matter at your ladder tier. Leveling Skeleton King so it survives common counter damage keeps it relevant.
Practice what you learn
Use the Clash Royale Wordle daily puzzle to reinforce matchup knowledge. The practice mode lets you rehearse elixir predictions before real matches.