The Serpent
Effect: After each play or discard, always draw 3 new cards.
The Serpent in Balatro: After each play or discard, always draw 3 new cards. Counter strategies and which jokers beat it.
Eligible antes: 5, 6, 7
Threat level: Medium
Strategy
Discard one card at a time to draw three and expand your hand. With a large hand, assembling powerful hands or holding Steel cards is much easier.
Strategy Tip
Draws 3 cards after each play or discard, regardless of how many cards you used. Discard 1 card at a time to grow your hand size.
How to counter The Serpent
Danger Tier: D
Group: Hidden or random cards (Changed draws and cards you cannot count on keeping)
Counter: Discard one card to draw three and grow your hand; this boss often helps.