Character
Defect
Card details
Adaptive Strike
This page tracks the current Defect attack text for Slay the Spire 2, plus the upgraded version, the card's current role in the pool, and a few nearby follow-up reads.
Type
Attack
Rarity
Rare
Cost
2
Current rule text
Deal 18 damage. Add a 0
copy of this card into your Discard Pile.
copy of this card into your Discard Pile.Upgrade comparison
Base and upgraded Adaptive Strike at a glance
Base
Deal 18 damage. Add a 0 copy of this card into your Discard Pile.
copy of this card into your Discard Pile.Upgraded
Deal 23 damage. Add a 0 copy of this card into your Discard Pile.
copy of this card into your Discard Pile.Related cards
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Sources
Mega Crit early access launch post
OfficialOfficial launch article for the current early access build.
Mega Crit gameplay trailer post
OfficialThe first broad gameplay overview of the sequel.
Untapped Slay the Spire 2 card library
AuthorityUsed as a secondary authority for the currently visible Early Access card pool and card art indexing.