How to counter X-Bow in Clash Royale? The X-Bow, a formidable 6-elixir building, can be a nightmare if left unchecked, locking onto your tower and dealing massive damage. Understanding its mechanics and common placements is key to developing a strong defense against this threatening win condition. To effectively beat X-Bow decks, focus on direct damage, tanking, or disrupting its targeting. Here are the top 3 counters: 1. **Earthquake (3 elixir):** This is arguably the best X-Bow counter. It deals significant damage to buildings, easily breaking an X-Bow's health down over its duration. Importantly, Earthquake also resets the X-Bow's target every time it ticks, preventing it from locking onto your tower for crucial seconds. *Placement:* Directly on the X-Bow, ideally clipping the Princess Tower or any supporting troops like Archers or Skeletons. This often results in a fantastic +3 elixir trade while minimizing damage. 2. **Rocket (6 elixir):** For a more decisive answer, Rocket is you