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Two tracks: match decisions (elixir, spells, punishes) and deck lists. Read the decision posts before the tier lists.
How to Use These
The October 23 posts are one sequence. Count elixir first, then decide whether a spell is actually value, then decide whether the other lane is a punish or a donation. The first-minute page is the scout you run before either of those clicks.
Deck lists are a different job. Arena 9 and the October meta posts name cards. They do not replace the sequence above. If a list says "punish the other lane" and you do not know when that Hog is late, read the sequence before you copy the deck. Card-by-card pages live on Card Guides.
All Posts
Oct 23, 2026
How to Count Elixir
Generation rates, a counted Golem punish, and the leaks that make the count useless.
Oct 23, 2026
When a Spell Is Worth It
Fireball, Log, and Rocket casts that pay for themselves — and the even trades that do not.
Oct 23, 2026
When to Attack the Other Lane
The Hog window against a back Golem or P.E.K.K.A, and the three times you skip it.
Oct 23, 2026
What the First Minute Tells You
Ice Spirit, a back tank, split Archers, a bridge Mortar — what each opener commits you to.
Oct 12, 2026
Best Clash Royale Decks for Arena 9 (Jungle Arena)
Four decks tested on a fresh alt — Legendary-light, F2P-friendly, fastest climb from 2,600 to 3,000.
Oct 8, 2026
Best Clash Royale Decks for October 2026
The 5 strongest decks after the Season 88 all-nerf balance patch.
Oct 8, 2026
Clash Royale Beginner Guide 2026
Elixir management, deck building, Evolutions, Heroes — everything a new player needs.
Oct 8, 2026
How to Counter Mega Knight
7 proven methods with Elixir trade math for each.