Spiky Shield
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How Spiky Shield Works
Spiky Shield is a retaliation staple: it both raises your Armor and converts that Armor into Thorns damage. As your Armor scales, the reflected damage scales alongside it, letting melee swarms delete themselves on contact.
Unlock Method
Status: Unlocked by default — Spiky Shield is in your item pool from the start.
Best Synergies & Counters
Cactus (Thorns AoE)
Cactus fires spikes when you’re hit and scales with Thorns—perfect with Spiky Shield for hands-free crowd clear.
Quin’s Mask (Thorns Explosions)
Gives Thorns a 50% chance to explode on trigger, turning every contact into AoE. Stack Armor/Thorns to maximize proc density.
Aegis & Athena
Athena/Aegis thorns builds are community-favored: you’re tanky, stay close, and let retaliations handle waves.
FAQ
Q: Is Spiky Shield available immediately?
A: Yes. It’s unlocked by default and can appear in any run.
Q: What exactly does the item add?
A: It grants +10% Armor and converts Armor into Thorns at +2 Thorns per 1% Armor.
