Recognize it and read the attack
Closed eyes open when it spots Isaac.
Gains lasting speed after line of sight; can leave a headless enemy.
What makes it dangerous
Its approach becomes faster after the initial sighting.
A suggested response
- Allow more space after its eyes open.
- Finish the leftover body from a safe distance.
Check the other enemies before committing to this response. Obstacles, your weapon and your character can change the safest angle.
The mistake to avoid
Expecting it to return to its original slow pace.
Keep an escape route open as the enemy closes in.
Compare the family
A shared family does not guarantee the same attack or death effect.