Cannon — Clash Royale Card Guide
Complete Cannon guide for Clash Royale: stats, best decks, synergies, counters, and upgrade tips. Common Building, 3 elixir.
Cannon — Clash Royale Card Guide
In Clash Royale, Cannon is a building card with 3 elixir cost 💧 and common rarity. Its maximum level cap of 16 means upgrading it is a long-term investment that pays off across all game modes.
Stats at a Glance
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Elixir Cost | 3 💧 |
| Type | Building |
| Rarity | Common |
| Max Level | 16 |
As a Common card, it reaches level 16 — the highest cap in the game — making it one of the most upgrade-efficient cards to invest in early.
Role in Your Deck
Cannon fills the role of Building, Tank Stopper, Cycle in a standard Clash Royale deck. Cards that serve multiple roles are especially valuable because they reduce the number of slots needed for coverage, freeing space for win conditions or extra utility.
Strengths
- Low elixir cost allows fast cycling and multiple deployments per match
- Provides passive defense and can distract high-value troops for free
- Strong synergy with multiple meta cards (Musketeer, Fireball)
- Easier to upgrade due to lower rarity — you'll find copies more frequently from chests and the shop
Weaknesses
- Stationary — can be bypassed by flying units or spells that target fixed positions
Best Synergies
When building around Cannon, include Musketeer, Fireball, Log to create consistent combo potential. The goal is a deck where every card either supports Cannon's offense or handles the defenses that Cannon cannot break alone.
Meta Decks Featuring Cannon
Cannon currently appears in 1 top-meta deck:
- Hog 2.6 — 54.8% win rate | 2.6 avg elixir
The higher the win rate, the stronger the archetype is in the current season. Always cross-reference with the SnapPick Tier List for the latest data.
Beginner Tip
New players often mistime Cannon at low elixir. A good rule: never play it when below 4 elixir unless it's an emergency defensive play. Having a small elixir buffer keeps you flexible.
Advanced Tip
In tournament-level play, Cannon is often held until double elixir to combine with a synergy card for a devastating dual-push. The key is cycling quickly in single elixir without revealing your full hand.
How to Get Cannon
Cannon drops from the following sources:
- Silver Chest
- Golden Chest
- Shop Gold
- Wild Cards Common
- Season Rewards
Common and Rare cards can also be traded with clanmates, making clan membership important for fast upgrading.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cannon good in the current meta?
Cannon sees consistent play at multiple trophy ranges. Check the SnapPick Tier List for its current ranking alongside live win-rate data updated every 24 hours.
What is the best deck for Cannon?
The best deck depends on your playstyle. Cycle players want low average elixir around Cannon; control players prefer a higher curve with defensive buildings. Use the SnapPick Deck Recommender to get a personalized recommendation.
How do I get more Cannon copies?
Cannon copies drop from regular chests, the shop, and season rewards. Focus on donating and requesting copies in your clan for extra gold.
At what level should I use Cannon competitively?
For standard ladder, Cannon becomes competitive around level 13. For Path of Legends (formerly Challenger+), aim for level 15 or higher to avoid being out-leveled.
Data sourced from the official Clash Royale API and updated regularly. For real-time meta rankings, visit the SnapPick Tier List.