
Slay the Spire 2 Monster
Axe Raider
Axe Raider is a normal encounter with 20-22 base HP and 21-23 HP at high Ascension. Its documented pattern is Swing 1 → Swing 2 → Big Swing → repeat.
- Encounter
- Normal
- Base HP
- 20-22
- High Ascension HP
- 21-23
- Known moves
- 3
- Act
- Act 1 - Overgrowth
Moves and intents
| Move | Intent | Damage | Block |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swing 1 | Attack + Defend | 5 (6 A) | 5 |
| Swing 2 | Attack + Defend | 5 (6 A) | 5 |
| Big Swing | Attack | 12 (13 A) | - |
Attack pattern
Swing 1 → Swing 2 → Big Swing → repeat
Preparation notes
Use the move table as a damage threshold, not a script that replaces reading the fight. Ascension, multiplayer scaling, powers, and patch changes can alter the exact line. For boss-specific planning, continue to the boss guide hub.