Enemies

Thorn Wisp

Thorn Wisp — Soul Strip Enemies

Actions

Intent Effect
Attack Deal 6 damage
Buff Apply 2 Thorns (self)
Attack Deal 5 damage x2

Pattern

1 Buff 2 Attack 5 3 Buff 4 Attack 6

Strategy & Tips

Pattern: Thorns 2, 2x5, Thorns 2, Attack 6. A low-threat Act 1 enemy that stacks Thorns. By turn 3, it has 4 Thorns (6 damage reflected per hit).

Avoid multi-hit attacks against this enemy since each hit triggers Thorns reflection. Use single large hits instead. At only 40 HP, two strong attacks end the fight.

Poison and Burn bypass Thorns entirely since they do not count as attacks. If you rely on multi-hit strategies, kill the Wisp before Thorns stack too high. The actual damage output (2x5 and 6) is trivial.

The danger is entirely from Thorns punishing aggressive multi-hit play. Spell-based damage that does not trigger Thorns is ideal. Consider ignoring block and racing the Wisp down with 1-2 big hits.