Mantis Ant Boss Guide: Bosses

Master the Mantis Ant boss fight in Visions of Mana! Learn its attack patterns, weaknesses, and strategies to defeat this early-game challenge. Get tips for dodging and dealing damage.

Alright, so you're about to face the Mantis Ant, the first real boss in Visions of Mana. Don't let it fool you into thinking it's a pushover just because it's early on. While most of its moves are pretty straightforward, it can get pretty hectic, especially when it starts getting angry later in the fight. We'll break down everything you need to know to take it down!

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Weakness: Wind

Phases:

1. Phase 1: Standard Attacks - The Mantis Ant uses its basic moveset.
2. Phase 2: Enraged State - Around 40-50% HP, the boss starts chaining attacks together, making it more dangerous.

Strategy:

• The Slash is a simple melee attack. Just dodge away from the boss when you see it coming.
• The Jumping Smash has a big red circle marker, so just move out of it. Seriously, you should never get hit by this one.
• Watch out for the Poison Breath; it's a cloud right in front of the boss. A quick sidestep will keep you from getting poisoned.
• The Abdomen Blast shoots a lot of projectiles, but they all have markers on the ground. Keep an eye on those and move out of the way.
• The Sickle Slicer is probably the trickiest. It shoots ring-shaped projectiles that can come back towards the boss, so you need to be really aware of their path.
• Remember, the Mantis Ant is weak to wind! Your new Sylphid Boomerang will be super effective here. Use your Vessel to target weak spots, which will trigger mini-tornadoes for extra damage.
• Hinna will be healing you, but don't hesitate to use your own healing items if you need them.
• When the Mantis Ant gets enraged (around 40-50% HP), it'll start chaining attacks. For example, it might do multiple Slashes in a row, then a Jumping Smash. Just focus on dodging and staying mobile, then go back on the offensive when there's an opening.
• Most bosses have multiple body parts you can target. For the Mantis Ant, its belly is a weak point, so aim there!
• There are jars around the arena that can give you healing, MP, or even fill your CS gauge. Use them when you can.
• If your CS gauge is full, don't forget to use your Class Strike for some free, high-damage hits.
• After the fight, you'll get the Mantis Ant Corestone, but you can't use it just yet. Keep it safe, and then you can continue on your way to the Lefeya Drifts.