The Clash Royale Power Surge Tournament runs from October 20 to 25, 2026, as part of the Shocktober season. This Global Tournament introduces a lightning-themed battle format where you need to defend efficiently, manage your Elixir, and choose the right moments to attack.
Here are three deck ideas to try in the Clash Royale Power Surge Tournament. These decks focus on Evolution cards, building defence, and Royal Giant control. Choose the one that best suits your playstyle and adapt your placements to the tournament’s lightning mechanics.
1. Evo Mortar, X-Bow, Evo Skeletons Deck
This deck combines building pressure with defensive structures. Use Mortar and X-Bow to threaten enemy towers while Tesla and Giant Skeleton help defend against incoming pushes.
How to play:
- Use Mortar and X-Bow to pressure enemy towers when you have a safe opportunity.
- Defend with Tesla and Skeleton against enemy pushes.
- Use Evolution Skeletons to gain value when opponents cannot quickly eliminate them.
- Use Earthquake against enemy buildings and The Log against suitable ground swarms.
- Use Ice Golem to distract enemy troops and support your defensive cycle.
2. Power Surge All Buildings Deck
Cards: Mortar, X-Bow, Skeletons, Ice Spirit, Tesla, Giant Skeleton, Earthquake, The Log.
This deck focuses on building-based defence and controlling the arena. Multiple defensive structures let you respond to enemy pushes, while Mortar and X-Bow provide offensive pressure.
How to play:
- Place Tesla to defend against enemy win conditions.
- Use Mortar and X-Bow to pressure towers when your opponent is low on Elixir.
- Use Giant Skeleton to disrupt large enemy pushes.
- Cycle Skeletons and Ice Spirit to defend efficiently.
- Use Earthquake against buildings and The Log to clear ground troops.
Power Surge tip: Watch how lightning interacts with your buildings and nearby troops before committing to a defensive setup. Avoid making assumptions about the special mechanic until you have tested it in battle.
3. Royal Giant Earthquake Deck
Cards: Royal Giant, Earthquake, The Log, Tesla, Ice Spirit, Skeletons, Minion Horde, Barbarian Barrel.
This Royal Giant deck is designed for players who prefer direct tower pressure supported by efficient defence. Royal Giant is your main win condition, while Earthquake helps against defensive buildings.
How to play:
- Royal Giant: Deploy him when you have enough Elixir to support the attack or when your opponent’s counters are out of rotation.
- Earthquake: Use it against defensive buildings and suitable groups of ground troops while supporting Royal Giant.
- The Log: Clear ground swarms and push back enemy troops.
- Tesla: Defend against enemy win conditions and provide reliable defensive support.
- Ice Spirit: Freeze enemies briefly to support your defence or help Royal Giant connect.
- Skeletons: Distract enemy troops and cycle through your deck cheaply.
- Minion Horde: Deal heavy damage to suitable ground and air targets, but watch out for enemy spells.
- Barbarian Barrel: Clear ground troops and provide an additional defensive option.
Power Surge tip: Avoid committing Minion Horde when your opponent still has a reliable spell available. Keep enough Elixir to defend after a Royal Giant push, and adjust your troop placement according to the lightning behaviour you observe.