The Plant
Effect: All face cards (J, Q, K) are debuffed (no score/effect).
The Plant in Balatro: All face cards (J, Q, K) are debuffed (no score/effect). Counter strategies and which jokers beat it.
Eligible antes: 4, 5, 6, 7
Threat level: Extreme
Strategy
Build around number cards and Aces. Pre-remove face cards with The Hanged Man when possible.
Strategy Tip
Number-card and Ace strategies thrive. The Hanged Man can pre-remove face cards.
How to counter The Plant
Danger Tier: A
Group: Card debuffs (Cards keep their hand type but lose scoring abilities)
Counter: For a face-card build, reroll the boss if possible or bring Luchador to sell during the blind.