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Exordium

Act I region introducing simple enemies, elites, merchants and an early boss, setting the deck foundation.

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OVERVIEW

What is Exordium?

Act I region introducing simple enemies, elites, merchants and an early boss, setting the deck foundation.

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

Prioritize reliable front-loaded damage, useful upgrades, and a survivable elite route.

COMMON MISTAKES

What to avoid

Taking only scaling cards early may leave the first elite unbeatable.

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Related topics and walkthroughs

MAPSElite Room

Dangerous combat rewarded by a relic and additional rewards if survived.

MAPSMerchant Room

Shop allowing card buys, potion purchases, relics and removal depending on stock.

MAPSMonster Room

Ordinary room that generally awards gold and a card choice after surviving combat.

MAPSRest Site

Campfire node offering Rest or Smith, with other actions possible from certain relics.

MAPSThe Beyond

Act III region challenging mature decks with statuses, scaling foes and stronger encounters.

MAPSThe City

Act II region with dangerous grouped encounters and heavy sustained damage.

MAPSThe Ending

Optional Act IV route reached by obtaining all three keys and defeating the Act III boss.

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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.