The Fish
Effect: Cards are drawn face down after each hand played.
The Fish in Balatro: Cards are drawn face down after each hand played. Counter strategies and which jokers beat it.
Eligible antes: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Threat level: Medium
Strategy
Aim to end the round in one or two plays. Discards stay face up: use them for recon.
Strategy Tip
Effectively forces blind play after your first hand. Discards stay visible: use them to scout.
How to counter The Fish
Danger Tier: B
Group: Hidden or random cards (Changed draws and cards you cannot count on keeping)
Counter: Discard face-down cards to draw visible replacements.