SLAY THE SPIRE 2THE IRONCLAD GUIDE
The starting character with the highest base HP. Excels at Strength scaling and Exhaust synergies.
Core Mechanics
Strength ScalingExhaust SynergyBarricade DefenseHigh HP Buffer
🏗️ Recommended Builds (3)
BUILD 1
Blood-Fueled Strength
A high-risk, high-reward build that utilizes self-damage to trigger massive Strength scaling via Rupture and Demon Form.
Core Cards
RUPTUREDEMON FORMINFLAME
BUILD 2
Ashen Exhaust Engine
A defensive powerhouse that converts your deck into resources. By exhausting cards, you generate infinite block and draw while powering up Ashen Strike.
Core Cards
CORRUPTIONDARK EMBRACEFEEL NO PAIN
BUILD 3
Vulnerable Dominator
A burst-heavy build centered on the Vulnerable debuff. It uses multipliers and specific synergies to deal double or triple damage.
Core Cards
BREAKCRUELTYDOMINATE