Curse of the Peglin King

Curse of the Peglin King is a relic that alternates the force of every shot based on whether it is the odd- or even-numbered orb fired. When an orb is the second, fourth, sixth, etc. shot it fires with [ALTERNATE_SHOT_INC]× the normal launch force; when an orb is the first, third, fifth, etc. shot it fires with [ALTERNATE_SHOT_DEC]× the normal launch force. The effect applies to each successive orb in a run and flips every shot, producing a predictable high–low rhythm to shot strengths.

The relic is not obtainable through standard item drops during a regular run. It can only be selected from the Custom Start options. To unlock Curse of the Peglin King for use in Custom Start, complete a run while using the Crumpled Character Sheet relic; the unlock must be performed from a custom start.

Practical notes and interactions:

• The alternating force pattern makes timing and peg interactions important. Shots that coincide with the higher multiplier (even-numbered shots) are best used for penetrating clusters, reaching distant pegs, or triggering force-dependent effects.
• Build decks and orb-sequence manipulation that place critical shots on even counts benefit most. Abilities or relics that add extra orb draws or change shot order will shift which orbs receive the increased force.
• The decreased-force odd shots are weaker; avoid relying on odd shots for critical clears or boss damage unless other effects compensate.
• Because the pattern is deterministic, players can plan peg targets, use bouncing strategies, and pair the relic with run modifiers that control orb cadence to maximize effectiveness.
• The relic has been present since Early Access and received bug fixes in v0.8.17.