The Prince isn’t the flashiest troop in Merge Tactics—but he’s one of the most disruptive. What sets him apart isn’t raw damage or tankiness—it’s impactful crowd control right at the start of battle. His charge knocks enemies off balance, stuns them for 2 seconds, and pushes them away from your team’s frontline.
That alone can change the entire flow of a match.
When positioned correctly, Prince stops backline assassins in their tracks, prevents Mega Knight or Goblin Machine from activating early, and makes life a lot easier for Blasters and Rangers who rely on spacing.
He fits cleanly into budget-friendly comps, activates multiple popular trait synergies, and scales decently at higher merge levels.
Card Attributes
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Elixir Cost | 3 Golden Elixir |
| Primary Trait | Noble |
| Secondary Trait | Brawler |
| Attack Type | Melee (Single-target) |
| Special Ability | Charges at nearest enemy at round start, deals 2x damage, knocks back, and stuns for 2 seconds |
Prince is among the few cards that start the match with immediate impact. His charge is guaranteed to go off, and if positioned correctly, it can disable the opponent’s entire frontline combo for a few crucial seconds.
Trait Breakdown
Noble (Primary Trait)
- Backline Effect: Increased damage
- Frontline Effect: Reduced damage taken
Since Prince’s charge triggers at the start, you can play him in either the frontline or midline, depending on your trait goals.
Why it matters:
- Backline + Noble: Dash damage scales even higher.
- Frontline + Noble: More survivability post-charge.
Great synergy with:
- Musketeer (for Noble + Blaster synergy)
- Knight (frontline Noble that benefits from Juggernaut shield)
Brawler (Secondary Trait)
- Effect: +50% / +100% Max HP (at 2/4 Brawlers)
- Only applies to Brawler-tagged troops (as of the Q3 2025 update)
Prince gains a massive boost in bulk when part of a Brawler setup. While his dash is his biggest strength, this trait lets him remain effective after the initial strike.
Great synergy with:
- Giant Skeleton (Brawler + Undead)
- Mega Knight (Brawler + AoE Stun)
Star Scaling (Why ★★★★ Prince Matters)
The higher the star level, the farther his charge hits and the more units it affects.
| Star Level | Charge Radius (Hexes) |
|---|---|
| ★ | 2 Hexes |
| ★★ | 3 Hexes |
| ★★★ | 4 Hexes |
| ★★★★ | 5 Hexes |
At ★★★★, Prince becomes a lane-wide displacer. He can knock back enemies almost anywhere on the board, which is huge against formations that clump together in the center.
Combine that with high damage and Brawler HP, and you get a frontliner that disables enemies before they ever act.
Strategy: How to Use Prince Effectively
1. Frontline Disruption
- Place Prince just behind a tank like Knight or Giant Skeleton.
- He will dash forward, disrupt the first enemy he sees, buying you 2 seconds of setup time.
Perfect against:
- Mega Knight
- Bandit
- Goblin Machine
- Golden Knight
All of these troops rely on early activations or dashes. Prince stops them before they even start.
2. Support for Blaster and Ranger Units
By pushing enemies away, Prince creates the ideal scenario for:
- Blasters (Musketeer, Executioner) — bonus damage at distance
- Rangers (Princess, Skeleton Dragon) — more uptime for their attack speed buff
Example:
Musketeer hits harder when enemies are pushed back. Prince gives her the spacing she needs.
3. Noble Trait Positioning
- Want damage? Place Prince mid-backline to get Noble’s damage boost.
- Want durability? Put him front row, especially with Knight and Mega Knight tanking.
Bonus: If you place him behind a Juggernaut troop, like Knight, you can activate Juggernaut’s anti-CC shield for Prince too.
How to Get ★★★★ Prince in Merge Tactics
Leveling a troop to ★★★★ (4 stars) requires collecting multiple copies and merging smartly. Here’s how to target a ★★★★ Prince, even without spending money.
1. Unlock Prince (If You Haven’t Already)
- Prince is a core Rare troop — available in most general summon pools.
- Check daily troop offers, event shops, or Free Summons.
2. Use Spirit Empress or Merge-focused Rulers
- Spirit Empress allows you to merge and refresh units quickly, helping you cycle for a ★★★★ Prince faster.
3. Activate the Goblin Trait (Optional)
- Goblin trait gives free merge units, which can be merged into Prince if you build around it.
4. Legendary Star Modifier
- When active, this modifier lowers the merge requirement for stars.
- Example: Get ★★★ Prince with just two base copies, ★★★★ with three.
5. Prioritize in Shop
- If Prince appears in the shop (gold, elixir, or event currency), grab all copies available.
6. Build Your Comp Around It
- Once you have at least 3–4 Prince copies per game, design your deck to support fast upgrades (e.g., via free summons, merges, or economy decks).
Absolutely. Prince might not carry your team solo, but he brings a reliable, immediate utility that can dismantle your opponent’s game plan before it begins. He’s cheap, disruptive, and trait-flexible, fitting into Noble, Brawler, and even Blaster-support comps with ease.
He’s also one of the easiest ★★★★ units to build a team around because of his low cost and front-loaded value.
If you need a low-elixir opener who can buy your team time, throw off assassins, or combo with range-based troops — Prince is your guy.