AI Overview: Witch is a 5-elixir Epic troop in Clash Royale, unlocked in Arena 6. She summons Skeletons and shoots destructo beams, and her Evolution heals when her Skeletons die. RoyaleTracker listed an Evo Witch deck at 60.8% win rate in October 2026. SeeMeta lists one change: a rework of her heal on August 4. The base card page tops out at 55.6%.
Last Updated: October 2026
Key Points:
- Witch costs 5 elixir, is an Epic, and unlocks in Arena 6 (P.E.K.K.A’s Playhouse).
- She summons Skeletons and shoots destructo beams.
- Evo Witch heals when her own Skeletons die, and can overheal up to 24% above her maximum health.
- SeeMeta lists one 2026 change on August 4: heal per Skeleton rose from 53 to 153 and maximum hitpoints from 1,040 to 1,451.
- RoyaleTracker’s best Evo Witch deck won 60.8% over about 1,000 battles.
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What Witch Does
The short version: Witch is a 5-elixir Epic. RoyaleTracker’s card text says she summons Skeletons and shoots destructo beams. She unlocks in Arena 6 (P.E.K.K.A’s Playhouse).
She is a back-line support that makes a stream of Skeletons to guard her.
Evolution: every time one of her own Skeletons dies, Evo Witch heals a set amount of hitpoints, and she can overheal up to 24% above her maximum health (RoyaleTracker).
| Stat | Value |
| Elixir cost | 5 |
| Rarity | Epic |
| Type | Troop (support) |
| Unlocks | Arena 6 (P.E.K.K.A’s Playhouse) |
| Evolution | Heals when her Skeletons die |
| Hero | None |
| 2026 change | Rework, August 4: heal per Skeleton 53 to 153, max hitpoints 1,040 to 1,451, heals only from her first Skeleton wave (SeeMeta) |
Witch got a heal rework on August 4, and the Evolution lists already win above 60%. If they stay on top, expect a trim. The negative effect: a card that is reworked once and trimmed soon after is hard to build around, and players who spent shards on the Evolution would carry the risk.
Best Witch Decks Right Now
RoyaleTracker tracked 28 decks with Witch in October 2026 and printed eight. The best printed deck, a Mega Knight list, won 55.6%. The Evo Witch page lists seven decks, and the best two won 60.8% and 60.6%.
The pattern: both of the top Evo Witch lists run Rage and Arrows, and the other five Evo lists won between 43.1% and 46.3%. What it means: the Evolution alone does not win. The two beatdown shells with Rage do.
| Build | Cards | Avg elixir | Win rate (sample) |
| Evo Witch, Night Witch and Skeleton King, Lightning | 3.8 | 60.8% (1.0k battles) | |
| Beatdown, Evo Witch and Evo Elite Barbarians | 4.0 | 60.6% (1.1k battles) | |
| Mega Knight, base Witch top deck | 4.1 | 55.6% (829 battles) | |
| Mega Knight, Evo Firecracker | 4.1 | 51.3% (908 battles) | |
| Beatdown, Evo Witch and Evo Firecracker, biggest Evolution sample | 4.4 | 43.1% (1.4k battles) |
Try it yourself: open the Clash Royale Deck Builder with the Mega Knight Evo Firecracker build in the table above, 51.3% in the tracker sample (908 battles), already loaded. It averages 4.1 elixir and runs Witch next to Wizard. Swap Wizard for another splash card to see how the average cost moves.
How to Play Witch
- Play her behind a tank. A Golem, Giant or Mega Knight in front keeps her safe.
- Let the Skeletons work. They guard her, and with the Evolution they heal her.
- Add Rage or Arrows. Both top Evo lists run them.
- Place her at the back. She should not walk into a spell.
- Watch your elixir. At 5 elixir, she needs a lead.
The move: next game, play a tank first, then place the Witch behind it so the Skeletons arrive before the enemy does.
For a longer walk-through, read our Golem Witches deck.
Only two of the seven printed Evolution lists win above 50%, and both pair Evo Witch with Rage and Arrows. If players copy them, expect more Lightning and Fireball in reply. The negative effect: when everyone runs the same winning list, the cards that counter it get stronger, and the list falls back to 45%.
How to Counter Witch
- Arrows or Zap: the Skeletons are weak, so a cheap spell clears them.
- Fireball or Lightning: hit her and the troops around her.
- Fast troops: Bandit, Prince or Battle Ram reach her before the Skeletons build up.
- Pressure the other lane: a 5-elixir support push costs a lot, so attack while it builds.
The catch: with the Evolution she heals as her Skeletons die, so use a spell that kills the Skeletons and hits her at once.
Is Witch Worth Using Now?
Is it worth it? Yes, in beatdown lists with the Evolution. The two top Evo Witch lists won 60.8% and 60.6%, and SeeMeta lists a heal rework on August 4. The other five Evo lists won only 43.1% to 46.3%.
What to remember: copy the Rage and Arrows lists, not a random Witch deck.
The base card page tops out at 55.6%, while the two best Evolution lists won 60.8% and 60.6%. If the gap holds, Supercell may trim the Evolution heal again after the August rework. The negative effect: a heal that is reworked and then cut leaves players who spent shards on it with a weaker card.
Go deeper: For more Witch lists, read the Giant Double Witch deck and the Mother Witch guide. Want to try a version of your own? Add cards in the Clash Royale Deck Builder and watch the average elixir change.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Witch do in Clash Royale?
She summons Skeletons and shoots destructo beams. The Evolution heals her when her Skeletons die.
How much does Witch cost?
5 elixir.
When do you unlock Witch?
In Arena 6 (P.E.K.K.A’s Playhouse), according to RoyaleTracker. She is an Epic card.
What is the best Witch deck?
In October 2026, RoyaleTracker listed an Evo Witch and Night Witch deck with Skeleton King at 60.8% over about 1,000 battles.
What counters Witch?
Arrows, Zap, Fireball and Lightning, plus fast troops that reach her early.
Does Witch have an Evolution?
Yes. Evo Witch heals when her Skeletons die and can overheal up to 24%.
The Bottom Line
The takeaway: Witch is a 5-elixir support that wins in beatdown with the Evolution. Play her behind a tank and keep a spell for hers.
Building around this card? Our guide on how to use the Clash Royale Deck Builder shows how to load a deck, check patch risk and copy it into the game.
Sources
Researched from the following (no links, listed for transparency):
- RoyaleTracker, Witch card page (October 2026 tracker data)
- RoyaleTracker, best decks with Witch (October 2026 tracker samples)
- RoyaleTracker, best decks with Evo Witch (ability text and decks, October 2026)
- SeeMeta, Clash Royale balance changes 2026 (page updated October 8, 2026)
- Clash Royale card data used by the Deck Builder (elixir costs and card types)