How to beat Vantom in Slay the Spire 2

In Act 1 of Slay the Spire 2, Vantom is the toughest of the three bosses you can encounter. It's a bit of a roadblock in your journey, particularly if you're a new player, but don't be tempted to rage-quit and restart your run when you see his icon on the top of your map!

With a little extra strategizing, you can defeat this inky-looking fella no problem. Here's a primer on how to beat Vantom in Slay the Spire 2.

Dealing with Vantom's Slippery effect

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