Burnt Joker

Effect: Upgrade the level of the first discarded poker hand each round

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Burnt Joker in Balatro: Upgrade the level of the first discarded poker hand each round. Rarity, cost, unlock, synergies, and how to play it.

Cost: $8

Rarity: Rare

Category: Effect Jokers

Unlock requirement: Sell 50 cards.

How to play Burnt Joker

Discard the hand you plan to play first each round to level it—then multiply it with Space Joker and repeat hand effects like Card Sharp; Supernova rewards focusing a single hand over the run.

Best synergies

  • Space Joker
  • Supernova
  • Card Sharp

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