Game Introduction

Learn how to unlock and play as Judas in The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth. Discover his starting stats, items, and unique abilities, including Black Judas.

Judas is a character unlocked after beating Satan for the first time. He starts with 1 Red Heart container, 3 coins, and The Book of Belial. Judas also has a 1.35x damage multiplier.

• Black Judas: A transformed state of Judas achieved by dying with Judas' Shadow. Black Judas has higher damage and different heart mechanics depending on DLC.
• Notes: Prioritize health upgrades due to Judas' low starting health. Items that activate on low health are easily triggered.
• Item Interactions: Birthright transforms The Book of Belial into a passive item with scaling damage boosts.