Updated for Data 2026-03-17Early Access — numbers may shift with patches.
The Gambit
Colorless · Skill · Rare · 0 cost
Base
Upgraded
Card text
Gain 50 Block. If you take unblocked attack damage this combat, die.
The Gambit+
Gain 75 Block. If you take unblocked attack damage this combat, die.
Build context
Colorless cards splash into every class. Browse the Colorless card pool and pair it with any class build hub for archetypes that want it.
Related cards
The Gambit FAQ
- Should I upgrade The Gambit in Slay the Spire 2?
- Compare the upgraded text: Gain 75 Block. If you take unblocked attack damage this combat, die.. If the upgrade lowers cost, adds damage/block, or enables a combo piece, it is usually high priority.
- What builds use The Gambit?
- The Gambit is tagged as a Colorless card. Colorless cards can be picked by any class.
- What character uses The Gambit?
- The Gambit is tagged as a Colorless card. Colorless cards can be picked by any class.
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.