Wondering how to counter Balloon in Clash Royale? This threatening 5-elixir air troop can devastate your towers if left unchecked. Its high damage and significant death damage make it a crucial threat to address in any match, often defining the success of many decks. Successfully countering the Balloon involves smart unit choice and precise placement to achieve positive elixir trades. The best way to stop this flying menace is with units offering high anti-air damage. Our top picks are the **Wizard**, **Inferno Tower**, and **Hunter**. The **Wizard** (5 elixir) is a fantastic counter due to its splash damage and high DPS, making it great against supporting troops too. Place your Wizard 1-2 tiles behind your princess tower, slightly offset, allowing it to lock onto the Balloon early. This results in a 0-elixir trade if the Wizard fully deals with the Balloon and any small support troops like Bats, leaving a powerful unit for a counter-push. The **Inferno Tower** (5 elixir) is a brutal c