Poison

Poison is a Epic spell that costs 4 elixir. In the current meta, it holds a 54.2% win rate with a 7.2% usage rate across ranked ladder battles above 6000 trophies. This card is performing well in the current meta. Costing 4 elixir, Poison 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 7.2% usage, Poison appears in roughly one out of every 13 decks you face, making it important to understand its strengths and how to play around it.

As a spell, Poison provides area damage or utility that can swing battles in your favor. Spells excel at clearing swarms, finishing off weakened towers, and resetting enemy troops. The key to maximizing Poison's value is patience — wait for your opponent to cluster units or commit to a push before deploying it. Good spell timing separates average players from top ladder competitors. In overtime, saving Poison for predictive plays on the enemy tower can secure wins that seem out of reach.

Poison performs especially well against The Log (62.1% win rate) and Arrows (61.6% win rate). It also holds favorable matchups against Fireball, Barbarian Barrel. These strong matchups mean Poison thrives in metas where these cards are popular, giving you a natural advantage on ladder.

Watch out for Vines (40.9% loss rate) and Barbarian Barrel (40.8% loss rate) — these are Poison's toughest matchups. Cards like Fireball, Arrows also pose significant threats. To play around these counters, adjust your placement and timing, and consider carrying support cards that cover Poison's weaknesses.