Tombstone — Clash Royale Card Guide
Complete Tombstone guide for Clash Royale: stats, best decks, synergies, counters, and upgrade tips. Rare Building, 3 elixir.
- Elixir
- 3
- Rarity
- rare
- Type
- building
- Max Level
- 14
Tombstone — Clash Royale Card Guide
In Clash Royale, Tombstone is a building card with 3 elixir cost 💧 and rare rarity. Its maximum level cap of 14 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 | Rare |
| Max Level | 14 |
Role in Your Deck
In competitive play, Tombstone is primarily used as a Building, Tank Stopper, Distraction unit. Identifying a card's role before adding it to a deck ensures you don't double up on functions and leave yourself vulnerable in other areas.
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 (Ice Wizard, Mega Minion)
- Directly counters several common threats: Hog Rider, Giant
Weaknesses
- Stationary — can be bypassed by flying units or spells that target fixed positions
- Countered by Hog Rider and Giant, which are both common in the current meta
Best Synergies
Tombstone pairs especially well with Ice Wizard, Mega Minion, Inferno Dragon. These cards either protect it from its hardest counters, amplify its damage output, or create dual-lane threats that are nearly impossible to defend simultaneously.
Meta Decks Featuring Tombstone
Tombstone currently appears in 3 top-meta decks:
- Golem Beatdown — 53.4% win rate | 4.0 avg elixir
- Pekka Bridge Spam — 53.1% win rate | 4.1 avg elixir
- Miner Poison — 52.7% win rate | 3.4 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 Tombstone 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, Tombstone 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 Tombstone
Tombstone drops from the following sources:
- Golden Chest
- Giant Chest
- Shop Gold
- Wild Cards Rare
- Season Rewards
Common and Rare cards can also be traded with clanmates, making clan membership important for fast upgrading.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tombstone good in the current meta?
Tombstone 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 Tombstone?
The best deck depends on your playstyle. Cycle players want low average elixir around Tombstone; control players prefer a higher curve with defensive buildings. Use the SnapPick Deck Recommender to get a personalized recommendation.
How do I get more Tombstone copies?
Tombstone 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 Tombstone competitively?
For standard ladder, Tombstone becomes competitive around level 11. For Path of Legends (formerly Challenger+), aim for level 13 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.