https://thinkgaminghq.com/blog/tags/the-defect/ A home for my most in-depth game guides and written takes, all focused on the games I genuinely enjoy. en Aegea 11.0 (v4079e) daniel@thinkgaminghq.com A home for my most in-depth game guides and written takes, all focused on the games I genuinely enjoy. no 93 https://thinkgaminghq.com/blog/all/all-defect-uncommon-cards/ Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +0100 https://thinkgaminghq.com/blog/all/all-defect-uncommon-cards/ <div class="e2-text-video"> <iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Tq9KMEwIDFo?enablejsapi=1" allow="autoplay" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> <p>In this video, I rank and analyse every uncommon card available to The Defect in Slay the Spire: The Board Game. From powerful build-around cards to flexible utility picks, I share my thoughts on how each card performs in real runs, where it shines, and what makes it worth picking – or passing on. As always, these rankings are based on my own experience and are intended to spark discussion rather than provide a definitive tier list</p> 94 https://thinkgaminghq.com/blog/all/how-to-play-the-defect/ Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0100 https://thinkgaminghq.com/blog/all/how-to-play-the-defect/ <div class="e2-text-video"> <iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/V_yyJFP21EA?enablejsapi=1" allow="autoplay" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> <p>In this video, I take a detailed look at The Defect in Slay the Spire: The Board Game, covering the character’s strengths and weaknesses, core mechanics, orb management, card synergies, build archetypes, and general strategy tips. Whether you’re picking up Defect for the first time or looking to better understand how to get the most out of the character, this guide aims to provide a beginner-friendly overview of what makes Defect unique and how its different playstyles can develop throughout a run.</p>