2026年1月平衡更改 – Merge Tactics
Merge Tactics 2026年1月更新中的所有平衡更改。增强、削弱和调整。
January 2026 Balance Changes
The first balance update of 2026 is here! The Clash Royale team is shaking up the meta with some significant changes to traits and individual troops. Let's dive into what's changing!
⬇️ NERFS
Clan Trait
| Stat | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hit Speed Buff Duration | ♾️ (Permanent) | 5s | Limited |
Why? When the Clan Trait is active, Wizard and Archer Queen were an unstoppable duo, so we asked them to cool it… just a little bit.
Impact: This is a major nerf to Clan-based compositions. The permanent hit speed buff was extremely powerful, especially with high-damage dealers like Wizard and Archer Queen. Now, players will need to be more strategic about when the buff activates to maximize its value during the limited 5-second window.
⬆️ BUFFS
Assassin Trait
| Tier | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2/4 Critical Chance & Damage | 25% | 30% | +20% |
| 4/4 Critical Chance & Damage | 45% | 60% | +33% |
Why? Assassins had grown weary, but after a short stint in the training grounds, they're back to being a real threat to the enemy's backline.
Impact: Assassin comps are getting a significant boost! The 4/4 breakpoint going from 45% to 60% critical chance and damage is massive. Expect to see more Assassin-focused builds targeting enemy backlines.
P.E.K.K.A Trait
| Stat | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heal % | 30% | 60% | +100% |
| Bonus Damage | 30% | 40% | +33% |
Why? One little butterfly simply wasn't enough to give P.E.K.K.As the chance to be a true force on the battlefield, so we are doublin' down!
Impact: The P.E.K.K.A trait is now incredibly potent! Doubling the heal percentage means P.E.K.K.A and Mini P.E.K.K.A can sustain themselves much better in prolonged fights. Combined with the 40% bonus damage, P.E.K.K.A compositions are poised to become meta contenders.
🃏 Troop Changes
Bandit
| Stat | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damage | 80 | 90 | +12.5% |
| Hitpoints | 800 | 900 | +12.5% |
Why? Bandit had lost a bit of her forest gang fierceness, so we sent her on a woodland retreat to get her back in shape and better than ever.
Impact: A solid all-around buff to Bandit! The +12.5% increase to both damage and hitpoints makes her significantly more durable and threatening. Assassin compositions featuring Bandit will benefit greatly from this change.
Witch
| Stat | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damage | 120 | 150 | +25% |
| Hitpoints | 750 | 900 | +20% |
Why? Witch has been secretly brewing a spell to increase her stamina and those of her Skeletons. Who knew!
Impact: Witch receives massive buffs! A 25% damage increase combined with 20% more hitpoints transforms her from a niche pick into a serious threat. With her Superstar trait, expect to see Witch summoning Skeletons more consistently and dealing substantial damage.
Golden Knight
| Stat | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hit Speed | 1.25s | 1s | -25% (Faster) |
Why? Golden Knight is a battle dancer, but his moves weren't wowing the crowd the way they used to. This battle dancer took a few lessons and is back to his smooth and steady ways.
Impact: Golden Knight's DPS gets a significant 25% boost from the faster hit speed! This makes him much more effective at dealing sustained damage and synergizes well with traits that benefit from frequent attacks.
📊 Meta Predictions
Winners
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Assassin Comps: The combined buffs to Assassin trait and Bandit make backline-targeting strategies much more viable.
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P.E.K.K.A Comps: With doubled healing and increased damage, P.E.K.K.A and Mini P.E.K.K.A become dominant frontline threats.
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Witch: The massive stat buffs make Witch a must-consider in Superstar compositions.
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Golden Knight: Faster attacks mean more DPS and better trait synergy.
Losers
- Clan Comps: The hit speed buff being limited to 5 seconds significantly reduces the power of Wizard + Archer Queen combos.
💡 Quick Summary
| Change | Type | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Clan Trait: ♾️ → 5s duration | ⬇️ Nerf | Major |
| Assassin 2/4: 25% → 30% | ⬆️ Buff | Moderate |
| Assassin 4/4: 45% → 60% | ⬆️ Buff | Major |
| P.E.K.K.A Heal: 30% → 60% | ⬆️ Buff | Major |
| P.E.K.K.A Damage: 30% → 40% | ⬆️ Buff | Moderate |
| Bandit: +12.5% DMG & HP | ⬆️ Buff | Moderate |
| Witch: +25% DMG, +20% HP | ⬆️ Buff | Major |
| Golden Knight: 1.25s → 1s | ⬆️ Buff | Major |
📚 Related Guides
- Echo Sage Ruler Guide 2025 - New Ruler Guide
- December 2025 Patch Notes - Previous Update
- How to Win Always - Merge Tactics - Strategy
Keep rulin' and merge on! ⚔️
The Clash Royale Team