Clash Royale Arrows is a Common Spell card that players unlock right from the beginning in the Training Camp, the game’s tutorial arena. It’s a versatile and beginner-friendly spell that rains down a flurry of arrows across a large area, dealing instant damage to all enemy troops caught in its radius.
Arrows Statistics
Arrows Attributes CostRadius
Target
Type
Rarity
3 3.5 Air & Ground Spell Common Level Statistics Level
Area Damage
Crown Tower Damage
Card Mastery
Type Level/Tier Objective RewardDamage Dealer 1 Deal a total of 65,000 Damage to enemy
Troops or buildings 200 Arrows Cards
25 2 Deal a total of 195,000 Damage to enemy
Troops or buildings 2,000
25 3 Deal a total of 325,000 Damage to enemy
Troops or buildings 150
25
Troop Destroyer 1 Destroy 420 enemy Troops 3,000
100 2 Destroy 1,200 enemy Troops 200
100 3 Destroy 2,100 enemy Troops 5,000
100
No Escape 1 Hit 12 Troops with a single deploy a total of 50 times 6,000
150 2 Hit 12 Troops with a single deploy a total of 150 times 8,000
150 3 Hit 12 Troops with a single deploy a total of 300 times 10,000
150
Decks
Arrow Bait Spam Deck
This deck focuses on relentless pressure by cycling low-cost troops to bait out your opponent’s spells, particularly Arrows. Once their spell is used, you can deploy your own swarms to capitalize on their cooldown
Splashyard with Bowler
Utilize Bowler to clear enemy swarms that threaten your Graveyard. The Giant serves as a tank, while Archers Evolution and Knight Evolution provide solid defense. Arrows and Snowball help manage additional swarms and support the Graveyard’s damage output.
LavaLoon Double Dragon Valkyrie Evolution
Lava Hound acts as a tank while the Balloon delivers devastating damage. Inferno Dragon and Valkyrie Evolution provide support and defense. Arrows are essential for clearing swarms that could hinder your push.
Graveyard Ice Wizard Nado
Control the battlefield with Ice Wizard and Knight Evolution. Use Tornado to activate the King Tower and synergize with Poison and Graveyard for chip damage. Arrows can be substituted for Poison to handle swarms more effectively.
Hunter Evolution Decks
This quick cycle deck leverages Hunter Evolution’s damage output and Magic Archer’s long-range chip damage. Tornado and The Log help control enemy swarms, while Battle Ram and Bandit serve as offensive threats.
Strategy
Arrows are a versatile and reliable spell in Clash Royale, ideal for countering swarms and enabling positive Elixir trades. Here’s how to maximize their potential in your deck:
Primary Uses
1. Swarm Eliminator
Arrows are highly effective against low-health troops like Minion Horde, Skeleton Army, Bats, and Goblin Gang. They can eliminate Minions even when underleveled by up to 5 levels, making them a dependable answer to aerial or ground swarms.
2. Goblin Barrel Counter
Arrows offer a neutral Elixir trade against the Goblin Barrel. To fully counter it, cast Arrows immediately as the Goblins land—this prevents any Crown Tower damage.
3. Finishing Buildings
While not ideal, Arrows can finish off low-HP buildings. Only use them this way if you also hit nearby troops, ensuring a positive Elixir trade.
Strategic Applications
4. Preemptive Swarm Control
Predictive Arrows can stop incoming swarms before they overwhelm your push. This works well when paired with glass-cannon troops like Prince, Graveyard, or Balloon, clearing their path for maximum impact.
5. Bait Tactics
Use low-cost swarm units (e.g. Skeleton Army, Spear Goblins) to bait out your opponent’s Arrows. Once Arrows are out of rotation, deploy vulnerable win conditions like Minion Horde or Goblin Barrel safely.
6. Combo with Golden Knight
Pairing Arrows with the Golden Knight can clear light distractions (e.g. Archers, Princess, or even Little Prince), enabling his dash to connect with more valuable targets.
7. Mind Games
Force early Arrow usage by baiting with multiple minor threats. Then punish your opponent by deploying a second wave of swarm units once their spell is on cooldown.
Timing & Positioning
Predict and punish: Arrows have a slight delay—cast them just before enemy troops spawn or group.
Maximize value: Aim to hit multiple units with each use.
Avoid Tower-only casts: Unless a Crown Tower is at critical HP, Arrows are best used against troops rather than buildings.
Despite their simplicity, Arrows are a tactical powerhouse when used with foresight. They shine against swarm-heavy decks and synergize well with both defensive counters and offensive pushes. Mastering their timing and value-trading can shift momentum in your favor
Interactions and Counters
Arrows are highly effective for countering various cards, especially those that rely on swarming or have low health. They are particularly useful against Minion Horde, Skeleton Army, Bats, and Goblin Gang, quickly clearing these units with their area damage. Arrows also work well against Princess, Dart Goblin, and Bomber, eliminating them before they can deal significant damage. A full burst of Arrows can take out a Princess or Dart Goblin up to 2 levels higher, and a Bomber up to 1 level higher. Similarly, they can clear Archers, Firecracker, and Wall Breakers, even up to 1 level higher in the current meta.
Arrows are also effective against Guards, as they can remove their shield with the first two waves and finish them off with the third wave. Against Clone, Arrows can wipe out the cloned units and any death spawns, making them a great counter to this strategy.
In addition to these counters, Arrows can eliminate or severely damage other fragile units. For example, Minions, Spear Goblins, Goblins, and all Spirit cards can be taken out with two volleys of Arrows, while a single volley is sufficient for Skeletons and Bats. For Skeleton Dragons, Zappies, Mother Witch, and the Magic Archer, Arrows won’t fully defeat them but will bring their health low enough for other spells, such as Zap, to finish them off.
When playing against Arrows, keep a few key strategies in mind. Arrows are a popular card in many decks, so it’s likely your opponent will have them. Since Arrows are most effective against low-health swarms, avoid grouping fragile units together. You can bait out Arrows by deploying less valuable swarm units, but be cautious as your opponent may have other area damage spells or troops, such as Zap, Fireball, or Wizard. Additionally, the Monk can reflect Arrows, but only if he is within 2 tiles of the exact center of the casting area. Finally, since Arrows have a short delay before reaching their target, anticipate their use and position your troops accordingly to avoid getting hit.
Conclusion
Arrows is a versatile and essential spell card in Clash Royale, proving to be a game-changer when used strategically. As a common card unlocked in the Training Camp, it costs 3 Elixir and can significantly alter the course of a battle. When used wisely, Arrows can greatly enhance your overall strategic gameplay.
Here are key points to remember when using Arrows:
Troop Counter: Arrows are most effective against large swarms of low-health troops like Minion Horde, Skeleton Army, Bats, and Goblin Gang. They can eliminate Minions, Goblins, and Skeletons at the same level in a single hit, making them a powerful tool for clearing crowds.
Versatile Defense: Arrows can handle a variety of threats, including Princess, Dart Goblin, Bomber, Archers, Firecracker, and Wall Breakers. With the increased use of Evo Bomber and Firecracker in the current meta, Arrows have become an even more crucial card to counter these popular units.
Synergies: Arrows work well in combination with cards like Graveyard and Golden Knight. They can also be paired with other spells, such as The Log or Lightning, to create powerful combinations that can control the battlefield.
Strategic Thinking: The success of Arrows largely depends on when and where you deploy them. Proper timing and placement are crucial to maximize the Elixir advantage and ensure that you’re hitting multiple targets while minimizing wasted value.
By mastering Arrows and honing your timing, placement, and strategic decision-making, you can use this spell to outplay your opponents and take control of the match. Whether used for defense or offense, Arrows offer great utility that can turn the tide of battle in your favor.
Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q)
❓ What are Arrows best used for in Clash Royale?
Arrows are ideal for countering low-health swarm units like Minion Horde, Skeleton Army, Bats, and Goblin Gang. They’re fast, reliable, and cover a wide area, making them excellent for cleaning up troops that could otherwise overwhelm you.
❓ Do Arrows counter Goblin Barrel?
Yes. Arrows are a neutral counter to Goblin Barrel when timed correctly. Use them immediately as the Goblins land to prevent any tower damage. However, spells like Log or Barbarian Barrel are more elixir-efficient if you’re only targeting the Goblin Barrel.
❓ Can Arrows kill Minion Horde at higher levels?
Yes. Even if the Minion Horde is up to 5 levels higher, Arrows can still eliminate them entirely, making them a dependable counter even in underlevelled situations.
❓ Can Arrows damage buildings or Crown Towers?
Yes, but their damage is minimal. Only use Arrows on a Crown Tower if it has very low HP left or if you can hit a troop alongside it for Elixir efficiency.
❓ Can Arrows trigger the King Tower?
Not directly. However, if used in combination with other cards (like Tornado or Miner pulling troops toward the King), Arrows might indirectly help activate the King Tower.
❓ Do Arrows synergize with any specific cards?
Yes. Arrows pair well with:
Graveyard – Clear defenders like Archers or Bats to maximize graveyard damage.
Prince / Dark Prince – Help them reach the tower by removing distracting swarm units.
Firecracker / Magic Archer – Eliminate cheap counters trying to target them from behind.
Goblin Barrel / Skeleton Barrel – Use Arrows to bait opponent’s spells and punish them later.
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