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The Collector

Act II boss relying on summons and recurring buffs and debuffs.

QUICK REFERENCESlay the Spire 1Reviewed 2026-10-28Reference / noindex
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OVERVIEW

What is The Collector?

Act II boss relying on summons and recurring buffs and debuffs.

This reference covers gameplay decisions in the original Slay the Spire. Character-specific options and relic synergy can change how useful an item is, so consider your current deck, health, upcoming enemy and available resources before applying a strategy.

PRACTICAL STRATEGY

When and how to use it

Bring area damage or priority targeting plus consistent Block.

COMMON MISTAKES

What to avoid

Letting minions accumulate unchecked can exhaust your defensive resources.

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Independent Volpedia editorial resource, not affiliated with Mega Crit. Original game (Slay the Spire 1), reviewed 2026-10-28. Slay the Spire 2 has separate rules, cards and characters and is not included here. Category graphics are original conceptual illustrations, not game screenshots or actual card artwork. Detailed numerical card costs, damage, upgrade effects and drop percentages are omitted where not individually checked. Editorial verification records are stored separately from public articles.