Does Chaos Card Work on Ultra Greed in The Binding of Isaac?
The short answer is yes, a Chaos Card will kill Ultra Greed. However, there’s more to the story than a simple yes or no. The Chaos Card is a powerful, single-use item in The Binding of Isaac that instantly kills most enemies, including bosses. When used against Ultra Greed, it will eliminate him regardless of his current phase, effectively skipping any subsequent phases. This makes it a valuable tool for a quick victory in the Greed Mode encounter.
However, there are nuances to consider, particularly when dealing with Ultra Greed’s unique mechanics and the Greed Mode environment. While the Chaos Card will take him out, it’s worth exploring some of the surrounding details, strategies, and the larger context within the game. Let’s delve into those details and address some common questions about using Chaos Card against Ultra Greed.
Ultra Greed and Chaos Card Mechanics
The Chaos Card is not just a damage dealer; it’s a unique item with special properties. Upon activation, Isaac throws the card, which will destroy any enemy or obstacle it hits, effectively acting as an instant kill for most targets. This includes bosses, normal enemies, and even some environment features like rocks and fires. Against Ultra Greed, the Chaos Card bypasses his standard combat phases. It removes him entirely on impact.
Interestingly, while it does not interact with the Greed Machine in any particular way, a key element here is the Glowing Hour Glass. This item allows you to reset a room. If you kill Ultra Greed with the Chaos Card and then use the Glowing Hour Glass, Ultra Greed will reappear, allowing you to farm him by using the Chaos card multiple times if you happen to have it in your possession.
How to Exploit Chaos Card on Ultra Greed
The most straightforward use of the Chaos Card is, obviously, to throw it at Ultra Greed when you are facing him. However, there is a more strategic way to use it. If you find yourself with a Chaos Card and access to the Glowing Hourglass, you can essentially farm Ultra Greed for coins.
- Engage Ultra Greed: Fight Ultra Greed as normal until you are ready to use the Chaos Card.
- Use Chaos Card: Throw the Chaos Card when facing him to instantly defeat him.
- Use the Glowing Hourglass: Reset the room using the Glowing Hourglass. Ultra Greed will respawn.
- Repeat: Repeat these steps, defeating Ultra Greed with the Chaos Card every time, until you run out of either Chaos Cards or simply do not need to further farm Greed.
This method allows players to easily obtain the large amount of coins needed to break the Greed Machine. This is a much more efficient method than going through multiple runs of Greed Mode.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can Ultra Greed Survive a Chaos Card?
In normal circumstances, no, Ultra Greed cannot survive a Chaos Card. The Chaos Card is designed to instantly kill most enemies, including bosses, and Ultra Greed is no exception. However, if Ultra Greed’s health and defense are boosted to extreme levels (through item combinations and other game mechanics, like the gnawed leaf), there have been instances reported of him being able to survive a Chaos Card with extremely low health. This is not a common occurance, and can be considered an extreme exception.
2. Does the Chaos Card Open Doors in Greed Mode?
Yes, the Chaos Card can open any unlocked doors, including those in Greed Mode. It functions the same way as a bomb in this regard. However, it cannot open locked doors or the large door in the starting room of Dark Room, as these are specifically coded to require keys or specific conditions.
3. Does Chaos Card Work on Ultra Greedier?
Yes, the Chaos Card works on Ultra Greedier in the same manner as it does on Ultra Greed. It will instantly defeat Ultra Greedier, effectively skipping any of his phases.
4. Does Chaos Card Work on the Beast?
No, the Chaos Card does not work on The Beast. This is one of the few bosses it cannot defeat. The fight against The Beast requires traditional combat methods.
5. Does Chaos Card Work Against Mother?
Yes, the Chaos Card does work against Mother, but only kills one of her phases. It’s generally recommended to use it in Phase 2, as that phase has more dangerous attacks.
6. Does the Eraser Item Work on Ultra Greed?
Yes, the Eraser item works on Ultra Greed. Using it will remove him from the encounter and skip any future phases. However, this will not grant access to the Greed Machine if used on his initial form.
7. How Do You “Cheat” the Greed Machine?
There are several ways to “cheat” the Greed Machine. One method involves using 0 – The Fool card, re-entering the Boss Room, and donating to the machine, even if Greed is already dead. Combining this with the Glowing Hourglass allows for multiple donations quickly.
8. Does Mama Mega Work on Ultra Greed?
No, Mama Mega does not work on Ultra Greed. Using it during the fight does not deal damage or destroy anything.
9. How Does Greedier Mode Differ From Greed Mode?
Greedier Mode adds an extra “hard” wave to the initial set of 8 waves, making a total of 9 waves. The time the clock starts at is also shorter (with some exceptions), making it more challenging.
10. Are There Ultra Secret Rooms in Greed Mode?
Yes, there is always a Super Secret Room on every floor in Greed Mode. It’s not always next to the Item Room and can spawn in a few different locations, except the middle room.
11. How Do You Unlock the Ultra Greed Fight?
To unlock the Ultra Greed fight, you must clear all six floors in Greed Mode. Taking a Devil Deal voids Angel Rooms and makes Ultra Greed the eventual boss. Ignoring a Devil Deal on the first floor gives Angel Rooms for following floors.
12. Does Chaos Card Work on Delirium?
Yes, the Chaos Card works on Delirium, killing it instantly. Plan C also works to kill Delirium.
13. Can the Chaos Card Destroy Obstacles?
Yes, the Chaos Card can destroy obstacles such as fires, rocks, and even turrets. This makes it a versatile tool beyond just killing enemies.
14. What Happens if Chaos Tries to Pull From a Depleted Item Pool in Greed Mode?
If Chaos tries to pull from a depleted item pool in Greed Mode, it will often give Isaac Breakfast instead of pulling from a different item pool. Greed Mode item pools are often quite small.
15. How Much Health Does Ultra Greed Have?
Ultra Greed has 3500 health, with a damage cap ranging from roughly 5 to a maximum of 155. He also has a time-based armor that increases when hit and decreases when not.
Conclusion
The Chaos Card is a decisive tool against Ultra Greed. It guarantees an instant kill, making the fight much easier. Coupled with the Glowing Hourglass, it becomes a potent method for farming coins from Ultra Greed in Greed Mode. Understanding the specifics of its use, its limitations, and the surrounding mechanics allows players to maximize their effectiveness. While it’s not a guaranteed win in all scenarios, the Chaos Card remains an exceptionally useful and satisfying item when facing Ultra Greed, or most other enemies in The Binding of Isaac.