Epiphora

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Epiphora is a passive item added in Afterbirth.

Effects

• Tear delay gradually decreases as the player shoots in one direction. Accuracy also decreases as the fire rate increases.
  • At max "charge", it will reduce tear delay by half, rounding down.
• Rate of fire returns to its original value if Isaac stops firing, changes firing directions, uses an active item, or is hit.
  • Being hit, changing rooms, and using items no longer reset the Epiphora bonus.
    • During the delay when transitioning between rooms, picking up an item, or using an active item, it's possible to change firing direction without resetting the bonus.

Notes

• Epiphora technically works with items that require a charge (such as Monstro's LungIncreases damage and grants a charged shot that fires multiple tears in the same fashion as Monstro.) but requires releasing the key or button, causing players to lose the effect.

Interactions

• BrimstoneTears are replaced by a laser beam that pierces through all enemies and obstacles in its path and deals high damage. Can only be fired after a short charge-up period.: Overrides Epiphora.
• Chocolate MilkGrants charged tears that deal greater damage when fully charged.: Overrides Epiphora.
• Epic FetusIsaac's tears are replaced with guided missiles, like those used by the Doctor's Remote.: Overrides Epiphora.
• Lilith: Lilith and her Incubus cannot gain extra fire rate from Epiphora.
• Mom's KnifeIsaac's tears are replaced by a knife that pierces enemies, can travel through obstacles, and can hurt enemies while Isaac is holding it. Holding down the fire button before firing increases its range and power.: Overrides Epiphora.
• Monstro's LungIncreases damage and grants a charged shot that fires multiple tears in the same fashion as Monstro.: Overrides Epiphora.
• Tech XTears are replaced with laser rings that pierce through enemies and deal damage to enemies within them. Can be charged to increase the size of the ring.: Overrides Epiphora.

Synergies

• Continuum+2.25 Range Up. +1.5 Tear Height. Isaac's tears travel through walls and appear out of the opposite wall. Isaac's tears also travel over rocks and objects.: Reduces the need to change firing direction allowing Isaac to maintain the increased rate of fire.
• Dr. FetusTears are replaced by bombs that benefit from bomb-enhancing effects and slide for a fixed time after being fired./ IpecacReplaces tears with explosive and poisoning projectiles fired in an arc from the mouth.: Firing bombs continually will decrease tear delay, although doing so is not recommended since it increases the risk of self damage.
• The Forgotten: When tapping the attack button in a single direction repeatedly, the Ephiphora effect will cause the bone swings to speed up.
• How to JumpGives Isaac the ability to jump (over gaps, spikes, etc.).: Changing firing direction while jumping does not reset the bonus, similar to when changing rooms.
• IncubusA demonic familiar that follows Isaac and shoots tears identical to Isaac's in terms of damage, range, fire rate, and effects.: Incubus's fire rate will match Isaac's.
• The Ludovico TechniqueInstead of firing tears, Isaac controls one floating tear that hover over obstacles. This tear deals constant damage when held in place over an enemy.: Fire rate increases while moving the tear in one direction; has a negligible effect during normal gameplay.
• MarkedIsaac will now fire tears automatically directed at a red target on the ground which is controlled by the player. This allows for a full 360 degree tear firing radius. Can be overridden by other tear modifiers such as Mom's Knife or Brimstone.: Rate of fire only increases so long as mark is continuously moved in one direction.
• Rubber CementTears bounce off walls, enemies, and environmental objects.: Reduces the need to change firing direction allowing Isaac to maintain the increased rate of fire.
• Tractor BeamIsaac emits a beam from his face. Isaac's tears travel in the path of the beam.: Fire rate still increases when shooting in one direction, but will stay on the line (i.e. no loss in accuracy).
• Loki's HornsGives a random chance for projectiles to fire in all 4 cardinal directions./ Mom's EyeAllows Isaac to fire tears from the back of his head.: Allows for firing in multiple directions at once, decreasing need to change firing direction.

Trivia

• Epiphora is an overflow of tears onto the face.

Seeds

 PC  0RK6 FCRZ (Treasure room adjacent to spawn) (Both modes)