Part 29

Dive into Part 29 of our Binding of Isaac: Rebirth guide! Learn about My Reflection, Number One, and Ouija Board items, their effects, and how to use them effectively.

Alright, let's dive into Part 29 of our Binding of Isaac: Rebirth journey! We've got some interesting items coming up that can really change how you approach combat. Don't worry if they seem a bit tricky at first; we'll break them down so you can get the most out of them.

My Reflection

This item gives your tears a unique boomerang effect. After they travel a certain distance, they start heading back towards you. The maximum distance they'll travel before turning back is tied to your Range stat, but it's capped around 1.5 points of range. If you have extra Range, your tears will just fly further before they start their return trip. This is super useful for shooting around corners or hitting enemies you can't directly see. You can even lead your tears by shooting straight and then moving, making them curve around obstacles. It's a bit of a learning curve to get the hang of the range and timing, but with practice, it can be a really solid way to deal damage safely.

Visual: You'll notice a little water droplet on your character's forehead, like a little reminder of the tear's journey.

Comments: Honestly, the best way to understand My Reflection is to just grab it and play around with it. It's fantastic for dealing with those annoying stationary enemies that shoot projectiles – you can just pepper them from cover. Plus, if you miss a shot, the tear might just hit an enemy on its way back, which is a nice bonus when you're swarmed. The main downside is that the range feels deceptive, and it can be tough to judge if you're close enough to hit. But stick with it, and you'll find it's a pretty decent tear modifier!

Number One

Get ready for a rapid-fire experience with Number One! This item boosts your Tears stat significantly, bringing it up to 7, but it comes with a major drawback: your Range is reduced to just 1. This means you'll be shooting tears incredibly fast, almost like a gatling gun, but you'll need to get much closer to your enemies.

Visual: This one's a fun one! Your character stops crying and actually smiles, looking quite content. The tears themselves now shoot from your character's lower body and are yellow. It's definitely one of the more amusing items visually.

Comments: Even though the range is tiny, Number One is a blast to use. You're basically a peashooter up close! You just have to be really careful and mindful of how close you're getting to enemies. If you play cautiously, the sheer speed of your tears can melt enemies surprisingly fast. Plus, with more shots hitting, the knockback effect is amplified, which can help keep enemies at bay. If you're a fan of tear-based attacks, and don't mind being in the thick of it, this is one of the best tear upgrades you can get.

Ouija Board

This item is a bit different, as it can be found in Devil Rooms. You can buy it for one heart container.

Effect: Ouija Board turns your tears grey and makes them spectral. This means they can pass through obstacles and enemies, but not other enemies themselves. This is great for hitting enemies that might be behind other enemies, or for dealing with foes that don't fly before they even reach you.