What Chests Give Legendaries? A Comprehensive Guide
The allure of legendary items in games is undeniable. These rare and powerful items can significantly enhance gameplay and are highly sought after by players. When it comes to obtaining Legendaries from chests, the rules vary across different games. This article focuses specifically on the game Clash Royale to provide a detailed breakdown of which chests can yield these coveted cards.
Chests That Can Contain Legendary Cards
In Clash Royale, Legendary Cards are among the most powerful and rare cards in the game. While some chests are guaranteed to contain a Legendary card, others have a chance to drop one. Here’s a breakdown:
- Legendary Chest: This is the most obvious source. Legendary Chests guarantee one Legendary Card. These chests can be obtained through the Chest Cycle, where they appear roughly every 500 chests/battles, or bought directly in the shop for 500 gems. The Legendary Card can be from any arena, regardless of your current arena.
- War Chest (Legendary League): If your clan reaches the Legendary I League in Clan Wars, you are guaranteed a Legendary card in your War Chest at the end of the season. This is a significant incentive to participate actively in clan wars.
- Any Chest From Arena 11 (Electro Valley) and Higher: Except for Epic Chests, Champion Chests, and crates containing only Gold, any chest obtained from Arena 11 (Electro Valley) or higher can contain a Legendary Card. This includes chests such as Silver Chests, Gold Chests, Giant Chests, Magical Chests, Clan Chests, Crown Chests, etc.
- Free Chests: While the chance is very low, Free Chests can drop a Legendary Card. The current drop rate is approximately 0.11%, meaning you should expect one Legendary every 1000 Free Chests on average. This rate is expected to increase to 0.15% once all Legendary cards have been released, reducing the average to one Legendary every 700 Free Chests.
It’s important to emphasize that Epic Chests are the exception in that they never contain Legendary Cards, only Epic Cards. Champion Chests contain Champions only, while crates that only contain Gold will also not contain Legendaries.
Understanding the Odds
It is crucial to understand that the odds of obtaining a Legendary card from most chests, apart from the Legendary Chest and a Legendary League War Chest, are generally low. While it’s possible to get lucky, relying on these chests as a consistent source of Legendaries may not be a viable strategy. The Chest Cycle can also influence when you receive specific chests, including the Legendary Chest, offering some level of predictability.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Legendary Chests and Cards
Here are some frequently asked questions to further clarify the topic of Legendary Chests and cards in Clash Royale:
Can you get Legendaries before Arena 11?
No, you cannot unlock Legendary Cards in any chest before reaching Arena 11 (Electro Valley). While you may obtain a Legendary card from a Legendary Chest, you still cannot unlock one for use until you have reached Arena 11.
Do Legendary Chests give you any legendary from any arena?
Yes. A Legendary Chest will provide a Legendary Card from any arena in the game, regardless of your current arena progression.
What are the chances of getting Legendaries from regular chests?
The chances are generally low. Free chests have a 0.11% chance (soon to be 0.15%), and other non-guaranteed chests have similar low probabilities. This means it is possible, but it should not be relied upon.
How often do Legendary Chests appear in the shop?
Legendary Chests appear in the shop roughly 1-2 times per month. They cost 500 gems. It is generally a good value if you are missing several Legendaries, but becomes less so as you accumulate them and are more likely to get a repeat card.
How often do you get a Legendary Chest from the Chest Cycle?
You get a Legendary Chest once every 500 chests/battles. It shares the same cycle as a Super Magical Chest.
Can you get a Legendary from a Silver Chest?
Yes, Silver Chests can contain a Legendary Card, although the probability is very low.
Can you get a Legendary from a Gold Chest?
Yes, like Silver Chests, Gold Chests can contain a Legendary Card, but the odds are still small.
Can you get a Legendary from a Clan Chest?
Yes, the standard Clan Chest (pre-update) or current season War Chests can give a Legendary card, except in the lower leagues. A War Chest received from Legendary League I is guaranteed a Legendary.
Can you get a Legendary from a Free Chest?
Yes, it is possible to get a Legendary from a Free Chest, though the chances are the lowest of all chests. Currently, it’s approximately 0.11%, but this will increase to 0.15% once all Legendaries are available.
Can Legendary Chests give you Champion Cards?
No. Legendary Chests only give Legendary Cards. Champion Cards are obtained from Champion Chests, which become available after reaching 6500 trophies, or can be found in chests once you have unlocked them via the Trophy Road.
What if you get a Legendary that you already have?
If you receive a duplicate Legendary Card, it will increase the card’s level if you have enough of them. The number of cards needed increases for each level, making duplicate cards still useful for progression.
Are Legendary Chests worth the cost in the shop?
If you are missing several Legendaries, purchasing Legendary Chests from the shop can be beneficial, but this becomes less worthwhile once you have a good collection due to the high chance of duplicates.
Do any chests give special skins?
No. Chests do not contain special skins. Skins are available through the Shop or Season Pass only.
What about event or special chests?
Event chests or special chests during events also follow the standard rules. Chests from Arena 11 or higher may have a chance of a Legendary. Usually the description of these chests will say if a Legendary card is guaranteed.
Does trophy level or current arena change the legendary drop rate?
Your trophy level and your current arena do not affect the drop rate of Legendary cards, however you must be in Arena 11 or higher for any non-guaranteed chest to have the potential for a legendary.
By understanding which chests can contain Legendaries, players can better strategize their game play and increase their chances of acquiring these powerful cards.