I'm not sure if I'm missing something about combat vs a Satyr or if this is a bug. In the poison pill scenario when I come across a Satyr it won't let me reveal weapon cards. This has happened at least 3 times.

The Satyr requires a Dexterity or Acrobatics check to defeat it, not a Combat check. Weapons (typically) are useful only for Combat checks.

 

A few of the monsters require or offer checks to defeat that are non-Combat checks.

Edited September 28, 20178 yr by 269Hawkmoon

Exactly like Hawkmoon says. Some monsters need other checks besides or instead of combat to defeat. Satyr needs dexterity or acrobatics. Siren needs wisdom. A villain further down the campaign needs a successful diplomacy check and the magic tag to defeat.
If in doubt check the card.

Edited September 28, 20178 yr by Azarel

The Satyr requires a Dexterity or Acrobatics check to defeat it, not a Combat check. 

Exactly.  The Satyr isn't the usual combat check.  He's challenging you to a dance-off.