Vulnerable — Slay the Spire Guide | Volpedia

OVERVIEW

What is Vulnerable?

Debuff increasing damage taken from attacks.

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

Apply before a large damage turn to turn setup into lethal.

COMMON MISTAKES

What to avoid

It does not increase Poison damage.

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CARDSBash

Applies Vulnerable and deals damage; a starter card that helps convert follow-up attacks into burst.

POTIONSFear Potion

Applies Vulnerable to an enemy to amplify following attack damage.

ELITESNemesis

Act III elite that alternates between more and less vulnerable turns and adds Burns.

TIPSReview Vulnerable before attacks

Vulnerable should be applied before high-damage attacks when possible.

CARDSUppercut

Applies Weak and Vulnerable while attacking; both debuffs help stabilize a dangerous enemy.

MECHANICSArtifact

Buff that blocks a future negative effect.

MECHANICSBlock

Temporary protection against ordinary attack damage, generally cleared between turns.

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