WhirlwindAttack
Deal 5 damage to ALL enemies X times.
Is Whirlwind good in Slay the Spire 2?
Whirlwind is an uncommon Ironclad attack in Slay the Spire 2. In combat it resolves as: Deal 5 damage to ALL enemies X times. It currently underperforms most alternatives, sitting at D tier in our Slay the Spire 2 card rankings.
Across 9 recorded runs, decks running it win 12.5% of the time, right in line with the typical deck. It’s a more selective pick, turning up in just 1.7% of decks that could run it. Ironclad players keep it in 18.4% of their runs, so it’s a familiar sight in those decks. On average it shows up 1.0 times in the decks that take it.
It performs best next to Anger — together they post a +37.5% swing in win rate. It also has strong chemistry with the relic Regal Pillow, which moves its win rate by +20.8%. At X energy, it’s upgraded in 55.6% of runs and usually joins the deck around floor 12.
Upgraded, it gains +3 Damage, which is why so many decks invest a rest-site upgrade in it. That’s 1 wins, 7 deaths, and 1 abandoned runs with it in the deck. Read on for Whirlwind’s complete synergy, class, and threat breakdown to decide whether it earns a slot in your Ironclad run.
Whirlwind Win Rate & Pick Rate
At 12.5%, Whirlwind performs almost exactly at the 12.6% all-deck average (0.1% off), as charted below.
Run Outcomes with Whirlwind
Whirlwind has 1 wins and 8 losses over 9 tracked runs (11.1% won); abandoned runs count as losses.
- Wins 11.1%
- Losses 88.9%
Best Cards to Pair with Whirlwind
Ranked by win-rate lift, Whirlwind performs best alongside Anger (+37.5%), Tremble (+20.8%), and Shrug It Off (+20.8%).
Based on small co-occurring samples — treat these as early signals, not final verdicts.
Whirlwind Win Rate by Class
Whirlwind is drafted only by the Ironclad, where it holds a 12.5% win rate across 9 runs.
The Ironcladappears in 18.4% of its runs (9 tracked)Best Relics for Whirlwind
Whirlwind pairs best with the relics Regal Pillow (+20.8%), War Paint (+20.8%), and Burning Blood (0.0%), ranked by win-rate lift.
Based on small co-occurring samples — treat these as early signals, not final verdicts.
Whirlwind Card Details
Whirlwind is an uncommon attack costing X energy; it’s upgraded in 55.6% of runs and usually picked up by floor 12.
Deal 5 damage to ALL enemies X times.
Upgrade: +3 Damage
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Whirlwind – Frequently Asked Questions
Is Whirlwind good in Slay the Spire 2?
Across 9 tracked runs, Whirlwind has a 12.5% win rate — +0.1% below the average deck. Win rate reflects how often runs that include the card end in victory.
What does Whirlwind do in Slay the Spire 2?
Whirlwind costs X energy. Deal 5 damage to ALL enemies X times.
What class is Whirlwind in Slay the Spire 2?
Whirlwind is an Uncommon Ironclad Attack.
Is Whirlwind worth upgrading in Slay the Spire 2?
Players upgrade Whirlwind in 55.6% of runs. Upgrading it grants +3 Damage.
What is the best relic for Whirlwind?
In tracked runs, Whirlwind has performed best alongside Regal Pillow, which lifts its win rate by +20.8% over 3 runs together.
See Also
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