Slay the Spire

Slay the Spire Ascension Guide — Level Changes and Boss Tactics

Ascension is a high-difficulty mode whose penalties stack as you clear higher levels: more elites, less healing, lower starting HP, and more. This guide covers what changes across levels 1–20, the key milestones, and how to climb without burning out, plus boss and elite tactics for Acts 1–3 and how to survive the Corrupt Heart in Act 4, all based on the current game.

Slay the Spire Relic Tier List｜Strong Relics and How to Choose

Relics decide the direction and ceiling of a Slay the Spire run. Energy-boosting relics and always-on per-turn relics are the strongest by far and tend to become the build's spine. Drawback relics are conditional — sometimes free, sometimes terrible. This guide covers the strongest relic categories, how to read drawback trade-offs, and which starting relics you should never trade away.

Slay the Spire Beginner Guide｜Early Decisions and Deckbuilding Basics

The core of Slay the Spire is keeping your deck thin and committing to one win condition. More cards is not better — bloating your deck with weak picks means you draw garbage in the fights that matter. This guide covers the early-game mindset — balancing block and damage, planning your route around rest sites and elites, and leaning into your relic for build direction.

Slay the Spire Character Guide｜All Four Characters and Recommended Builds

Slay the Spire has four characters, each playing like a completely different game. Ironclad punches with strength, Silent uses poison and shivs, Defect commands orbs, and Watcher swaps stances for explosive damage. This guide covers each character's identity, the signature build directions, and the right learning order for new players.