Infected Skin provides a solid boost to your Armor while reducing HP recovery from consumables. Its unique effect can deal damage back to enemies when you take hits, making it useful for tanky builds.
Item Stats
- Armor+3
- HP recovered from consumables33% chance to shoot 8 spines around you dealing 5 (+150% Armor) damage each when you are hit by an enemy-1
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When to buy Infected Skin
Consider buying Infected Skin if you're focusing on high Armor characters or builds that can take hits without relying on HP recovery. It's particularly effective for characters like the Engineer or those with high Engineering stats.
When to skip Infected Skin
Skip Infected Skin if you're using characters that benefit from HP recovery or if your build relies on staying at high health, as the negative effect on HP recovery can hinder your sustainability.
Items with similar tags
Other items tagged Armor — useful for stacking the same scaling stats.
Infected Skin FAQ
Is Infected Skin good in Brotato?▾
Yes, it can be very effective for tanky builds that can absorb damage while dealing retaliation.
How does Infected Skin's damage effect work?▾
When you are hit, there's a 33% chance to shoot 8 spines that deal 5 damage each, scaling with your Armor.
Can I stack Infected Skin with other Armor items?▾
Yes, stacking it with other Armor items can enhance your survivability and increase the damage output of its retaliation effect.
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