Excruciating

For the next 3 to 5 encounters, you take 20% to 50% more damage.

CursesBGeneral value

Why it is rated B

Excruciating is a normal Boon from Chaos. The effect offers useful general value once the run's main damage and resource loop function.

Use it when: Take it when its effect strengthens the established build without delaying a missing main Boon slots.
Limit: Its exact value depends on the current aspect, route, and acquired prerequisites.
If it is absent: Prioritize core damage, Magick recovery, or survival according to the run's current weakness.