Updated for Data 2026-03-17Early Access — numbers may shift with patches.
Expect a Fight
Ironclad · Skill · Uncommon · 2 cost
Base
Upgraded
Card text
Gain 1 Energy for each Attack in your Hand.
Expect a Fight+
Cost changes from 2 to 1
Build context
See the Ironclad build hub for archetypes that feature this card in real runs.
Related cards
Expect a Fight FAQ
- Should I upgrade Expect a Fight in Slay the Spire 2?
- Compare the upgraded text: Cost changes from 2 to 1. If the upgrade lowers cost, adds damage/block, or enables a combo piece, it is usually high priority.
- What builds use Expect a Fight?
- Expect a Fight is tagged as a Ironclad card. See the Ironclad build hub for archetypes that care about it.
- What character uses Expect a Fight?
- Expect a Fight is tagged as a Ironclad card. See the Ironclad build hub for archetypes that care about it.
Patch history
SpireForge snapshots card text from Untapped exports dated 2026-03-17. When Mega Crit ships a balance patch, we re-run the scraper and refresh every affected URL—see /patches for the editorial log.