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The Guardian

Act 1 β€” The Exordium Β· HP: 240

Medium
⚠️Never use multi-hit attacks in Defensive Mode β€” Thorns will shred your HP fast.
Key Mechanics
  • β€’Enters Defensive Mode periodically β€” Block spikes dramatically, attacking is wasteful.
  • β€’After taking enough hits it exits Defensive Mode and switches to offense.
  • β€’Has Thorns while in Defensive Mode β€” multi-hit attacks will hurt you.
Strategy

Watch for the mode-switch signal. While in Defensive Mode, focus on stacking Block or Poison. Save burst attacks for Offensive Mode. Don't burn high-damage cards into its shield.

Moves
Defensive ModeEnters Defensive Mode, Block increases significantly.
Whirlwind(5 dmg)Hits you 5Γ—n times.
Charging UpCharges β€” deals heavy damage next turn.
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