Hunter

Hunter is a Epic troop that costs 4 elixir. In the current meta, it holds a 54.6% win rate with a 7.7% usage rate across ranked ladder battles above 6000 trophies. This card is performing well in the current meta. Costing 4 elixir, Hunter sits in the mid-range bracket where versatility matters most. This cost allows it to fit into both cycle-oriented and heavier deck compositions. At 7.7% usage, Hunter appears in roughly one out of every 13 decks you face, making it important to understand its strengths and how to play around it.

Hunter is a mid-range troop that offers solid value for its elixir cost. It fills a versatile role in most decks, capable of both supporting offensive pushes and contributing to defense. Cards at this cost point are the backbone of most competitive decks because they provide consistent value without being too expensive to play reactively when needed. On defense, Hunter can shut down enemy pushes and survive with enough health to threaten a counterpush that demands your opponent's attention.

Hunter performs especially well against Hog Rider (71.0% win rate) and Ice Spirit (71.0% win rate). It also holds favorable matchups against Skeletons, Knight. These strong matchups mean Hunter thrives in metas where these cards are popular, giving you a natural advantage on ladder.

Watch out for Goblins (41.8% loss rate) and Mini P.E.K.K.A (36.6% loss rate) — these are Hunter's toughest matchups. Cards like Knight, Skeletons also pose significant threats. To play around these counters, adjust your placement and timing, and consider carrying support cards that cover Hunter's weaknesses.