{"id":17363,"date":"2026-03-10T08:04:43","date_gmt":"2026-03-10T08:04:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/?p=17363"},"modified":"2026-03-10T08:04:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T08:04:43","slug":"slay-the-spire-2-golden-compass-relic-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/xmod-blog\/slay-the-spire-2-golden-compass-relic-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Slay the Spire 2 Golden Compass Relic: Full Guide &#038; Strategies"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"xmod-article-wrapper\" style=\"max-width: 900px; width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0 auto; padding: 40px 30px; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; background-color: #0d1117; color: #ffffff; line-height: 1.7; overflow-wrap: break-word; isolation: isolate;\">\n<div class=\"xmod-quick-answer\" style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, rgba(188, 19, 254, 0.1) 0%, rgba(0, 240, 255, 0.05) 100%); border: 1px solid rgba(188, 19, 254, 0.3); border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 24px; margin: 20px 0;\">\n<p style=\"color: #00f0ff; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 0.9rem;\">Quick Answer<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin: 0; font-size: 1.05rem; line-height: 1.6;\"><strong>What does the Golden Compass do in Slay the Spire 2?<\/strong> The Golden Compass is a powerful new utility relic that grants 15 Gold each time you enter an Event (?) node and reveals the exact nature of the next connected Event node on the map. This makes pathing significantly easier and synergizes perfectly with shop-heavy builds. With the player base exploring new map mechanics, many are using <strong>Slay the Spire 2 trainers<\/strong> to guarantee this relic drops early to optimize their runs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"xmod-key-takeaways\" style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #1a1a2e 0%, #16213e 100%); border: 1px solid #bc13fe; border-radius: 12px; padding: 24px; margin: 24px 0; box-shadow: 0 0 20px rgba(188, 19, 254, 0.2);\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #bc13fe; margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.5rem;\">Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin: 0; padding-left: 20px;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><strong style=\"color: #00f0ff;\">Map Reveal<\/strong> shows exactly what lies hidden behind the next Event node.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><strong style=\"color: #00f0ff;\">Gold Generation<\/strong> provides a steady income of 15 Gold for shop-heavy strategies.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><strong style=\"color: #00f0ff;\">Acquisition<\/strong> is tied to Rare Relic pools, Boss drops, and Elite fights.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><strong style=\"color: #00f0ff;\">Trainers<\/strong> offer a quick way to add the Golden Compass to your inventory instantly.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\">Always prioritize <strong style=\"color: #00f0ff;\">? nodes<\/strong> once this relic is acquired to maximize its value.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"color: #b0b8c4; font-style: italic; margin-top: 16px; margin-bottom: 0;\">Let&#8217;s break down the details below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<nav class=\"xmod-toc\" style=\"background: #161b22; border: 1px solid #30363d; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px; margin: 20px 0;\" aria-label=\"Table of contents\">\n<p style=\"color: #bc13fe; font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\">Contents<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><a style=\"color: #58a6ff; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"#how-to-reroll\">What is the Golden Compass Relic?<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><a style=\"color: #58a6ff; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"#high-value-events\">Best Card and Relic Synergies<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><a style=\"color: #58a6ff; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"#backup-guide\">How to Find the Golden Compass<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><a style=\"color: #58a6ff; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"#best-mods\">Best Mods for Relic Manipulation<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><a style=\"color: #58a6ff; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"#trainers\">Automate Your Run: Slay the Spire 2 Trainers<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><a style=\"color: #58a6ff; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"#troubleshooting\">Pathing Tips &amp; Troubleshooting<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><a style=\"color: #58a6ff; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"#faq\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-reroll\" style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 1.6rem; margin-top: 80px; margin-bottom: 30px; border-left: 5px solid #bc13fe; padding-left: 20px;\">What is the Golden Compass Relic?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">Mastering the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/en\/xmod-cheats\/slay-the-spire-2-trainers?cid=100166\"><strong>Slay the Spire 2 Golden Compass relic<\/strong><\/a> is essential for high-ascension players aiming to optimize their route. Unlike standard combat relics, this utility item fundamentally changes how you interact with the map. The Compass removes the guesswork from roguelike pathing. I&#8217;ve blindly stumbled into run-ending events before, but the Compass lets you foresee dangers and explicitly target beneficial encounters.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00f0ff; font-size: 1.25rem; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">The Core Mechanic Explained<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">Many players assume Event nodes are purely random, but the Golden Compass peels back the curtain. Once equipped, hovering over an upcoming ? node will display its exact event name. In my testing with the March 2026 launch build, this information is invaluable. Furthermore, it deposits 15 Gold into your inventory every time you step on these nodes, effectively turning mystery rooms into minor treasure chests.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00f0ff; font-size: 1.25rem; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">Maximizing Event Nodes<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">To truly leverage this relic, you must adjust your routing. Follow these guidelines carefully:<\/p>\n<ol style=\"color: #e5e7eb; padding-left: 24px; line-height: 2;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"><strong>Prioritize<\/strong> paths with consecutive ? nodes to stack gold rapidly.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"><strong>Avoid<\/strong> forced elite fights if the Compass reveals a high-damage event right before them.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"><strong>Save<\/strong> your gold for late-game shops instead of spending it on early card removals.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"><strong>Combine<\/strong> the Compass with map-altering boss relics for ultimate route control.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"><strong>Adjust<\/strong> your strategy if the revealed events don&#8217;t match your current deck archetype.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"><strong>Track<\/strong> upcoming nodes to ensure you have enough health for risk\/reward events.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"high-value-events\" style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 1.6rem; margin-top: 80px; margin-bottom: 30px; border-left: 5px solid #bc13fe; padding-left: 20px;\">Best Card and Relic Synergies<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">Not every deck needs the Compass, but certain builds in Slay the Spire 2 transform it into a win condition. Knowing which cards and items to pair with your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/en\/xmod-cheats\/slay-the-spire-2-trainers?cid=100166\"><strong>Slay the Spire 2 Golden Compass relic<\/strong><\/a> will drastically alter your win probability and save you from late-game gold deficits.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00f0ff; font-size: 1.25rem; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">The Courier &amp; Membership Card<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">Because the Golden Compass generates so much excess currency, combining it with shop discount relics like The Courier or the Membership Card breaks the economy. You can easily buy out entire merchants. If you are struggling to find these combinations naturally, you can use a trainer to add them to your run and test the synergy directly.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00f0ff; font-size: 1.25rem; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">Bloody Idol<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">The Bloody Idol restores HP whenever you gain Gold. Since the Compass gives you 15 Gold at every Event node, this combination effectively heals you just for exploring the map. In my experience, this is one of the most efficient sustain combos in the game, completely negating the need to waste campfire visits on resting.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"backup-guide\" style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 1.6rem; margin-top: 80px; margin-bottom: 30px; border-left: 5px solid #bc13fe; padding-left: 20px;\">How to Find the Golden Compass<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">Locating this specific item relies heavily on the game&#8217;s drop pools. Because it is classified as a Rare Relic, you won&#8217;t find it in standard monster encounters. I prefer hunting for it naturally, though automated mods can definitely speed up the process if you are just looking to test out its mechanics.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00f0ff; font-size: 1.25rem; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">Elite Hunting and Chests<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">Your best chance of finding it is by fighting Elites or opening Large Chests. You can track your relic drop chances based on your current seed&#8217;s internal data logic:<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x: auto; max-width: 100%; margin: 10px 0;\"><code style=\"background: #000; color: #00f0ff; padding: 8px 12px; border-radius: 6px; display: block; font-family: monospace; white-space: pre;\">Seed Data -&gt; Rare_Relic_Pool: Golden_Compass (0.04% base drop rate)<\/code><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">If you are playing on higher Ascensions, Elite drop rates improve slightly. The Merchant may also sell it, but it will come with a hefty price tag, usually around 300 Gold.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00f0ff; font-size: 1.25rem; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">Neow&#8217;s Blessing<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">One critical strategy is utilizing Neow&#8217;s starting bonuses. Selecting &#8220;Obtain a random Rare Relic&#8221; has a small chance to grant the Golden Compass right at Floor 1. If you don&#8217;t get it, you can abandon the run and try again, though this can be tedious without mods.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00f0ff; font-size: 1.25rem; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">Forcing the Drop with Editors<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">When you want to guarantee the item, manipulating your save file or using external tools is the fastest route. For advanced players, you might want to compare this manual method with automated tools in our <a style=\"color: #bc13fe; text-decoration: underline solid;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/xmod-blog\/slay-the-spire-2-cheats-guide\/\">save editor vs trainer comparison<\/a> to see which tool lets you spawn the relic easiest.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"best-mods\" style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 1.6rem; margin-top: 80px; margin-bottom: 30px; border-left: 5px solid #bc13fe; padding-left: 20px;\">Best Mods for Relic Manipulation<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\"><a style=\"color: #58a6ff; text-decoration: underline dashed;\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Mod_(video_games)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Mods<\/a> can streamline your loadout process significantly, removing the need for tedious RNG farming. The modding community has already begun creating tools to handle relic selection directly in-game.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00f0ff; font-size: 1.25rem; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">Installing the STS2 Custom Loadout Mod<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">The &#8220;Custom Loadout&#8221; mod adds a simple menu at the start of a run, allowing you to pick the Golden Compass for free. This is far easier than seed hunting. If you&#8217;re new to modding, check out our guide on <a style=\"color: #bc13fe; text-decoration: underline solid;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/xmod-blog\/slay-the-spire-2-mod-menu\/?cid=100166\" rel=\"noopener\">Slay the Spire 2 mods<\/a> for installation instructions.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00f0ff; font-size: 1.25rem; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">Using Map Reveal Mods<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">If you only care about the vision aspect of the Compass and not the gold, Map Reveal mods offer the same utility without taking up a relic slot. This is ideal for testing optimal paths without altering your combat economy.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"trainers\" style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 1.6rem; margin-top: 80px; margin-bottom: 30px; border-left: 5px solid #bc13fe; padding-left: 20px;\">Automate Your Run: Slay the Spire 2 Trainers<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">For players who want complete control over their run and want to instantly equip the <strong>Slay the Spire 2 Golden Compass relic<\/strong>, the <a style=\"color: #bc13fe; text-decoration: underline solid;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/en\/xmod-cheats\/slay-the-spire-2-trainers?cid=100166\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">XMOD trainer for Slay the Spire 2<\/a> offers a powerful alternative. It works by injecting code into the running game memory, allowing for instant changes, a common practice in <a style=\"color: #58a6ff; text-decoration: underline dashed;\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cheating_in_video_games\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">video game cheating<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(min(100%, 300px), 1fr)); gap: 20px; margin-top: 30px;\">\n<div style=\"background: rgba(0, 240, 255, 0.05); border: 1px solid rgba(0, 240, 255, 0.2); padding: 25px; border-radius: 8px; min-height: 140px; display: flex; flex-direction: column;\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #00f0ff; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem;\">\u2764\ufe0f Infinite Health<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #b0b8c4; font-size: 0.95rem; margin: 0; flex-grow: 1;\">Survive Elite fights effortlessly to farm rare relics like the Compass without fear of dying.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: rgba(255, 204, 0, 0.05); border: 1px solid rgba(255, 204, 0, 0.2); padding: 25px; border-radius: 8px; min-height: 140px; display: flex; flex-direction: column;\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #ffcc00; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem;\">\ud83d\udcb0 Infinite Gold<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #b0b8c4; font-size: 0.95rem; margin: 0; flex-grow: 1;\">Bypass the Compass economy entirely, or combine it for unlimited shop purchases.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: rgba(0, 150, 255, 0.05); border: 1px solid rgba(0, 150, 255, 0.2); padding: 25px; border-radius: 8px; min-height: 140px; display: flex; flex-direction: column;\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #0096ff; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem;\">\u2694\ufe0f Instant Relic Drop<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #b0b8c4; font-size: 0.95rem; margin: 0; flex-grow: 1;\">Force the game to drop the Golden Compass immediately after your very next combat encounter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: rgba(188, 19, 254, 0.05); border: 1px solid rgba(188, 19, 254, 0.2); padding: 25px; border-radius: 8px; min-height: 140px; display: flex; flex-direction: column;\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #bc13fe; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem;\">\u23f1\ufe0f Max Energy<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #b0b8c4; font-size: 0.95rem; margin: 0; flex-grow: 1;\">Play every card in your hand to speedrun through Acts and test out different map routes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #b0b8c4; margin-top: 28px; margin-bottom: 12px; line-height: 1.7;\">These featured mods are just the beginning. Whether you&#8217;re looking to skip tedious grinding, experiment with different playstyles, or speed up your progression, <a style=\"color: #bc13fe; text-decoration: underline solid;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/en\/xmod-cheats\/slay-the-spire-2-trainers?cid=100166\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">XMOD&#8217;s comprehensive toolkit<\/a> offers dozens more options tailored to your playstyle.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00f0ff; font-size: 1.25rem; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">Unlocking All Relics Instantly<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">The &#8220;Unlock All Relics&#8221; cheat is particularly useful for new players. Instead of relying on RNG to unlock the Compass over dozens of hours of normal gameplay, you can add it to your relic pool immediately.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00f0ff; font-size: 1.25rem; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">Map Pathing Cheats<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">Normally, you are restricted to a single path. Using a trainer to enable &#8220;Free Pathing&#8221; allows you to visit every node on a floor, maximizing the Golden Compass&#8217;s gold generation. For a full list of available cheats, consult our <a style=\"color: #bc13fe; text-decoration: underline solid;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/xmod-blog\/slay-the-spire-2-cheats-trainers-pc\/?cid=100166\" rel=\"noopener\">comprehensive Slay the Spire 2 cheats guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17334 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easiest-Method-Using-the-XMODHUB-Trainer-4-300x180.webp\" alt=\"Automate Your Run: Slay the Spire 2 Trainers\" width=\"743\" height=\"446\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easiest-Method-Using-the-XMODHUB-Trainer-4-300x180.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easiest-Method-Using-the-XMODHUB-Trainer-4-1024x613.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easiest-Method-Using-the-XMODHUB-Trainer-4-768x460.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easiest-Method-Using-the-XMODHUB-Trainer-4-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easiest-Method-Using-the-XMODHUB-Trainer-4.webp 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 743px) 100vw, 743px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2 id=\"troubleshooting\" style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 1.6rem; margin-top: 80px; margin-bottom: 30px; border-left: 5px solid #bc13fe; padding-left: 20px;\">Pathing Tips &amp; Troubleshooting<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">If you find that the Compass isn&#8217;t granting gold or revealing paths, you likely encountered a specific node type or bug. Understanding how it interacts with the map is key.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00f0ff; font-size: 1.25rem; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">Node Interaction Rules<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">Slay the Spire 2 handles map nodes differently. Knowing these interactions can help you avoid wasting a route:<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin: 24px 0; max-width: 100%;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background: linear-gradient(180deg, #161b22 0%, #0d1117 100%); border: 2px solid #30363d; border-radius: 12px; min-width: 500px; overflow: hidden;\">\n<thead>\n<tr style=\"background: linear-gradient(90deg, rgba(188, 19, 254, 0.15) 0%, rgba(0, 240, 255, 0.08) 100%);\">\n<th style=\"padding: 14px 18px; text-align: left; color: #bc13fe; border-bottom: 2px solid #bc13fe; font-weight: 600;\">Action<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 14px 18px; text-align: left; color: #bc13fe; border-bottom: 2px solid #bc13fe; font-weight: 600;\">Triggers Compass?<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 14px 18px; text-align: left; color: #bc13fe; border-bottom: 2px solid #bc13fe; font-weight: 600;\">Effect on Map<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #30363d; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.03);\">\n<td style=\"padding: 14px 18px; color: #b0b8c4;\"><strong>Entering ? Node<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 14px 18px; color: #00f0ff;\">Yes (Immediate)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 14px 18px; color: #b0b8c4;\">Grants 15 Gold and reveals the next ? node.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #30363d; background: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);\">\n<td style=\"padding: 14px 18px; color: #b0b8c4;\"><strong>Entering Merchant<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 14px 18px; color: #00f0ff;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 14px 18px; color: #b0b8c4;\">No gold granted; shop contents remain hidden until entered.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #30363d; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.03);\">\n<td style=\"padding: 14px 18px; color: #b0b8c4;\"><strong>Entering Treasure<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 14px 18px; color: #00f0ff;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 14px 18px; color: #b0b8c4;\">Chests are not classified as Event nodes.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #30363d; background: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);\">\n<td style=\"padding: 14px 18px; color: #b0b8c4;\"><strong>Entering Boss<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 14px 18px; color: #b0b8c4;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 14px 18px; color: #00f0ff;\">Boss rooms ignore Compass vision entirely.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00f0ff; font-size: 1.25rem; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">Fixing Display Glitches<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #e5e7eb; margin-bottom: 20px;\">Sometimes the map vision fails to update. Always try opening your deck or map screen twice to force a UI refresh. 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