Deflect

Footwork

Footwork increases Dexterity, which directly boosts the block value of this 0-cost skill. This allows the player to scale their defense significantly without consuming the energy needed for poison or shiv setups.

Afterimage

Since Deflect costs zero energy, it is an efficient way to trigger Afterimage's block-on-play effect. This synergy increases the total block output per card play, helping to negate chip damage during high-volume turns.

Letter Opener

This relic deals area-of-effect damage whenever three skills are played in a single turn. Deflect's zero cost makes it an easy inclusion to reach this threshold, turning a defensive action into offensive pressure.

Kunai

Kunai grants Dexterity after playing three attacks in a turn, which directly improves the efficiency of all block cards. Deflect is the perfect recipient for this scaling, as it can be played for free to capitalize on the increased Dexterity immediately.

Abrasive

Abrasive provides a point of Dexterity, which is the most effective way to scale the value of low-cost block cards. Combining these allows the player to build a respectable defense while simultaneously punishing attackers with Thorns.