Never stay static. The dash provides brief invincibility frames (i-frames) which are vital during boss encounters. 3. Character Progression

Pay attention to your staff, shoes, and prayer beads. Some gear pieces provide massive bonuses to specific stances. 4. Boss Strategy Bosses in 9 Monkeys often have "phases."

Save your Qi for when the boss is vulnerable or when they summon "adds" (smaller minions) to clear the screen quickly. 5. Technical Note