Deadly Spikes

Deadly Spikes raises the damage of new spikes from 1 to 3 and lets them carry over two rounds instead of one, so a pile can last up to 3 rounds. The 140-second lifespan cap during a round does not change.

When to buy it

Like Long Life Spikes, it needs time to build a stockpile. The extra damage helps skip layers on Ceramics, though Spiked Balls still does better specifically against Ceramics.

• A buffed Long Life Spikes often does the same job for less money, so Deadly Spikes is mostly a transition toward Perma-Spike.
• The extra round of lifespan matters on Glacial Trail, where spikes can cover the rounds when the factory is frozen.
• Berserker Brew still works very well on it.

Is it worth it?

Usually only as a stepping stone to Perma-Spike. If you are not going to tier 5, a 1-0-3 with Alchemist support is the better value.

Frequently asked questions

How much damage do Deadly Spikes do?

3 damage per spike, three times the 1 damage of earlier tiers.

How much does Deadly Spikes cost?

$3,600 on Medium. The page shows the price on all difficulties.

Can Deadly Spikes pop Lead?

Not without White Hot Spikes or external help, since the spikes stay Sharp.