Ironclad
"The remaining soldier of the Ironclads. Sold his soul to harness demonic energies."
Overview
The Ironclad is the starting and most beginner-friendly hero in Slay the Spire, one of the four unique playable characters. As a battle-hardened warrior, he wields a brutal arsenal of heavy-hitting attack cards, reliable defensive blocks, and fiery powers fueled by a demonic pact. With the highest base health at 80 HP, the Ironclad dominates early runs through sheer durability and consistent damage output. His unique mechanics include the ability to manipulate Exhaust cards, turning discarded abilities into strategic advantages. This makes him a versatile choice for both aggressive strike-based decks and sustained defensive builds, appealing to new players and seasoned strategists alike.
Starting Relic: Burning Blood
Starting Deck
- Strike: 5
- Defend: 4
- Bash: 1
Starting Deck Cards
Relics
Unlocks
1st
- Heavy Blade
- Spot Weakness
- Limit Break
2nd
- Omamori
- Prayer Wheel
- Shovel
3rd
- Wild Strike
- Evolve
- Immolate
4th
- Havoc
- Sentinel
- Exhume
5th
- Blue Candle
- Dead Branch
- Singing Bowl