Elites are a bet
Elites deal heavy damage and often apply nasty status. They also drop relics and good cards, so they are worth the risk.
The bet pays off when your deck can survive the hit and keep pressure. It fails when you are still on a starter pile.
Know the threat
Check the elite’s intent before the fight. Some hit once for a lot; some stack status you must answer.
Plan your block around their biggest turn. Walking in blind is how runs end on floor two.
When to skip
If your health is low or your deck is raw, take the safe path. A missed elite costs loot, not the run.
Rest sites near an elite are a gift. Heal or upgrade there before you commit to the fight.
Next: Act boss strategies.