Backflip

Backflip is a 1-cost common Skill card for the Silent that gains 5 Block and draws 2 cards. The combination of defense and card draw in a single card makes it one of the most efficient commons available. Drawing 2 cards helps cycle through your deck to find key cards while maintaining defense.

Backflip pairs excellently with Footwork, which increases the 5 Block with Dexterity bonuses for stronger defense. Phantom Blades triggers when Backflip is played as a Skill, generating a free Shiv alongside the Block and draw. Blur retains the Block gained from Backflip into the next turn. Well-Laid Plans benefits from the extra draws by giving you more options to Retain for future turns.

Silent players should pick Backflip in virtually any deck, as it provides the two things every deck needs: defense and card draw. It is effective against every enemy in the game, from early Act 1 fights against Kin Priest to final bosses like Test Subject #C10. This is one of the safest and strongest common card picks for any Silent run.