Emerald-Armed Mantis Boss Guide: Conquer the Mantis Chief in Black Myth Wukong
Emerald-Armed Mantis Overview
Emerald-Armed Mantis is a Yaoguai Chief boss found in Chapter 6 of Black Myth: Wukong, located in the Foothills region within the Mantis-Catching Swamp. To encounter this boss, players must first defeat the other main bosses of Chapter 6, including the Gold Armored Rhino and Feng-Tail General. The fight takes place in a unique setting where players interact with Zhu Bajie to summon the boss. The Emerald-Armed Mantis is a praying mantis-type boss with two sharp forearms that it uses for quick and heavy attacks.
Emerald-Armed Mantis Attack Patterns
Understanding the attack patterns of the Emerald-Armed Mantis is essential for surviving the battle:
Forearm Slash
Description: The Mantis uses its sharp forearms to deliver a powerful slash attack.
Weakness: Dodge to the side to avoid the slash. The attack has a clear red windup trail, making it easier to anticipate.
Leap and Pounce
Description: The Mantis leaps into the air and pounces on the player with great force.
Weakness: Watch for the short pause before it jumps and dodge backward to avoid the attack.
Blood Form Transformation
Description: At 60% health, the Mantis transforms into its blood form, becoming more aggressive with longer combo attacks.
Weakness: Utilize spells and abilities like Immobilize to freeze the Mantis and follow up with heavy attacks during its longer combos.
Emerald-Armed Mantis Battle Strategy
To defeat the Emerald-Armed Mantis, players need to be patient and manage their spells effectively:
Recommended Skills
Equip spells such as Stone Skin to increase defense and Fireball for ranged damage. Use Immobilize to freeze the Mantis during its aggressive phase to inflict heavy damage.
Recommended Equipment
Use armor with high defense and burn resistance, such as the Dian-Cui Loong-Soaring Bracers, to survive the Mantis’s attacks, especially in its blood form. The Lotus Silk Cloudtreaders (Mythical Leg Armor) are recommended for their balanced defense and agility.
Tactics
Phase 1
Focus on dodging the Mantis’s slash attacks and landing quick strikes in between its combos. Avoid using heavy attacks unless the Mantis is stunned or immobilized.
Phase 2
After the Mantis enters its blood form at 60% health, save your spells and abilities for this phase to quickly deplete its health. Keep dodging and use ranged spells to keep a safe distance. Utilize Immobilize strategically to create openings for heavy attacks.
Emerald-Armed Mantis Video Walkthrough
For a visual guide on how to defeat the Emerald-Armed Mantis, watch the video below. This walkthrough provides detailed insights into the boss fight, highlighting key moments to dodge, attack, and use abilities effectively.
Watch the Emerald-Armed Mantis Boss Fight Video
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