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Review Vulnerable before attacks

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

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What is Review Vulnerable before attacks?

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

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

Sequence debuffs early in the turn and finish with your strongest hits.

COMMON MISTAKES

What to avoid

Applying Vulnerable after the burst loses most of its value.

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CARDSBash

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

MECHANICSVulnerable

Debuff increasing damage taken from attacks.

TIPSCount energy before drawing

Drawing more cards is useful only when enough energy or free effects can play them.

TIPSDefend against Act II multi-hits

Act II frequently attacks with groups or repeated hits.

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The icon above each foe shows whether it will attack, defend, buff or debuff.

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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.