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Mirror

⭐ COMMUNITY: RARE (Unconfirmed)
Effect: Reflect incoming damage to attackers and grant a brief window of invulnerability when you’re hit.
ℹ️About rarity

Official docs don’t list rarities. Community databases typically label Mirror as Rare. We avoid asserting rarity until officially documented.

Unlock
Unlocked by default
Core Use
Damage reflect + I-frames
Patch Note
1.0.7 fixed i-frame exploit
Getting Started

🧪 How Mirror Works

Mirror is a defensive item that turns enemy aggression against them: when you’re hit, you reflect the incoming damage and gain a brief invulnerability window (“I-frames”). This helps you push through dense waves or survive sudden bursts. If you’re new to items, check the full Items database for context and comparisons.

Key Properties

✓ Advantages

  • Mitigates burst via I-frames.
  • Converts defense into damage (reflect).
  • Enables on-damage proc builds.

✗ Considerations

  • I-frames are brief — not a permanent shield.
  • Still need positioning and sustain.
🛠️Patch 1.0.7 & later

Past “near-immortal” interactions (e.g., Kevin + Mirror i-frame abuse) were fixed in v1.0.7 and follow-up hotfixes. The combo remains playable, just no longer game-breaking.

🔗 Recommended Combos & Synergies

On-damage Proc Package

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Electric Plug

Emits a shock when you take damage — Mirror’s I-frames let you punish hits safely.

See Electric Plug →

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Thunder Mitts

Adds lightning strikes on hit (cooldowned). Works well when occasional hits are unavoidable.

See Thunder Mitts →

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Spiky Shield

Thorns/armor-based retaliation complements reflect for passive wave clear.

See Spiky Shield →

Notable Interaction

💡Kevin + Mirror

Historically infamous; after 1.0.7 it’s balanced but still viable for retaliation-style builds. Ensure you have healing/regen before attempting.

Learn about Kevin →

❓ FAQ

Does Mirror completely negate boss burst?
No. Mirror grants a brief invulnerability window; it mitigates burst but is not a permanent shield.
How do I unlock Mirror?
It’s available from the start (unlocked by default).
Is Kevin + Mirror still worth trying?
Yes, but it’s no longer an exploit. After v1.0.7 fixes, treat it as a normal retaliation combo with proper sustain.

Turn Hits Into Damage

Use Mirror to punish enemies safely. Then layer in on-damage procs and sustain to scale.