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The talus is the second largest bone in the hindfoot region of the human body. Responsible for transmitting body weight and forces passing between the lower leg and the foot[1] the talus is a component of many multiple joints, including the talocrural (ankle), subtalar, and transverse tarsal joints.[2] While the talus does not have any direct muscular attachments and has a tenuous and limited blood supply, it serves as the site of attachment for many ligaments including the lateral ankle ligaments and medial deltoid ligament complex.  Talus fractures comprise about 1% of all foot and ankle fractures. Additionally, nearly 70% of ankle injuries can cause varying degrees of chondral and osteochondral injuries to the talus.[3][4][5] The clinician must be aware of the occurrence of both isolated and associated talar injuries and their extent of clinical and potentially long-term implications.[6][7][8][9]