Card Counter Lookup

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know what counters a card?

The Counter Lookup shows curated counter notes for each card (counter strategies and the elixir range an effective answer costs) plus our archetype signature list, which names the key counter cards for each archetype. Pick a card and it lists every archetype that names it as a key counter. These are editorial notes, not win rates sampled from battles.

What does 'positive elixir trade' mean?

A positive elixir trade means you spend less elixir to counter a card than your opponent spent to play it. For example, using Skeletons (1 elixir) to distract a Mini P.E.K.K.A (4 elixir) is a +3 trade.

Should I always use the cheapest counter?

Not always. The cheapest counter works in isolation, but in a real match you need to consider what else your opponent has behind their push. Sometimes a more expensive counter that handles multiple threats is better value.

Can I look up counters for an entire deck archetype?

Yes — scroll down to the Archetype Counters section to see which archetypes beat others, plus the specific cards that help in each matchup.