Visions of Mana introduces players to their first major challenge with the Mantis Ant boss fight. This formidable foe awaits at the end of Mount Gala in Chapter 1 presenting an exciting test of skill for novice adventurers.
The Mantis Ant encounter occurs as part of the main story quest in Chapter 1. You will face this level 7 boss after progressing through Mount Gala. It’s advisable to thoroughly explore the area beforehand to gather resources and gain experience.
Before fighting the Mantis Ant, make sure your party is around level 6 or 7. Equip Careena with the Dancer class and use the Sylphid Boomerang to hit the boss.
Maximize Dancer abilities in the Elemental Plot with available Elemental Points. If you want Val as the main damage dealer, get the Shuriken ability from Aery Passage’s northern section.
To win, focus on the Mantis Ant’s weak spot: its belly. Lock onto it and use wind-based attacks for the most damage. The Dancer’s Cyclone ability, combined with Defenseless, can quickly drain the boss’s health.
Stay alert for the Mantis Ant’s primary attacks:
Moveset | How to Dodge |
Scythe Slashes | Dodge by maintaining distance |
Leaping AoE Skills | Watch for red circles and move quickly |
As the battle goes on, the Mantis Ant’s movement gets faster. Keep dodging its attacks while targeting its weak point.
Defeating the Mantis Ant in the first chapter of Visions of Mana will give you some rewards, such as:
With this win, you are already showing your skills and moving deeper into the world of Visions of Mana. The challenges will get harder, so use what you’ve learned in this battle to sharpen your combat skills and improve teamwork!