Shovel

Shovel is an Uncommon relic in Slay the Spire 2 that unlocks the Dig option at Rest Sites. Digging allows you to unearth a relic instead of resting to heal or upgrading a card, adding a powerful new option at every campfire you visit.

Relics are among the most impactful rewards in the game, and having an additional source of relic acquisition is extremely valuable. Each Rest Site becomes a potential relic drop, and over the course of a run with 4-6 Rest Sites, Shovel can generate multiple extra relics that significantly boost your power level. The relics found through Digging come from the common and uncommon relic pools.

Shovel is most effective when your HP is healthy enough to skip resting and your cards do not desperately need upgrades. It synergizes with healing relics that reduce the need to rest, such as Lunar Pastry and Pael's Flesh, freeing you to Dig at every campfire. The relic creates an interesting decision at each Rest Site between immediate benefit (healing or upgrades) and long-term power (a new relic). For players who can manage their HP through other means, Shovel provides exceptional value.