Berserker

Berserker is a Common troop that costs 2 elixir. In the current meta, it holds a 54.4% win rate with a 1.7% usage rate across ranked ladder battles above 6000 trophies. This card is viable and balanced in competitive play. At just 2 elixir, Berserker is one of the cheapest cards in the game, making it ideal for fast-cycling decks that need to rotate quickly back to their win condition. While Berserker is not the most common pick at 1.7% usage, players who do run it tend to know its matchups well, so being prepared for it gives you an advantage.

Berserker functions as a cheap cycle card and utility troop. Its low cost allows you to rotate through your deck quickly, getting back to your win condition faster than your opponent. Use it to distract single-targeting units, chip at the tower, or kite troops to the opposite lane. Despite its low cost, smart placement of Berserker can generate significant elixir advantages. In cycle decks, knowing when to play Berserker in the back versus at the bridge is what separates ladder climbers from stuck players.

Berserker performs especially well against Fireball (57.7% win rate) and Goblin Hut (55.1% win rate). It also holds favorable matchups against Electro Spirit, The Log. These strong matchups mean Berserker thrives in metas where these cards are popular, giving you a natural advantage on ladder.

Watch out for Dart Goblin (48.8% loss rate) and The Log (47.5% loss rate) — these are Berserker's toughest matchups. Cards like Electro Spirit, Goblin Hut also pose significant threats. To play around these counters, adjust your placement and timing, and consider carrying support cards that cover Berserker's weaknesses.