Struggling with Dybbuk in Mewgenics? You’re not alone. This slippery Boneyard boss frustrates players with his annoying dodge mechanics and brutal possession revenge system. Let’s break down exactly how to counter his tricks and secure victory without tearing your hair out.
Who Is Dybbuk and Where Do You Fight Him?
Dybbuk is a boss you’ll encounter in The Boneyard during Act 1, Chapter 3 of Mewgenics. His tagline says it all: “Avoids your attacks! Will get revenge on the unit who kills it!” This vengeful spirit comes packing 85 HP and stats of 5 Strength, 3 Speed, and 5 Luck.
The name references Jewish mythology where a dybbuk is a malicious spirit possessing living hosts—which perfectly mirrors his most frustrating mechanic.
Understanding Dybbuk’s Annoying Mechanics
The Backflip Dodge System
Dybbuk backflips away from most damage sources, moving one tile in any direction whenever you hit him. This makes landing attacks extremely frustrating, especially if you’re relying on single-target abilities.
However, there’s good news: Dybbuk’s dodge does have limits. Players have confirmed he can’t dodge indefinitely, though you’ll need sustained pressure to overwhelm his evasion.
The Possession Revenge Mechanic
Here’s where things get nasty. When Dybbuk takes fatal damage, he doesn’t die immediately. Instead:
- He survives at 1 HP
- He possesses the cat who dealt the killing blow
- Your possessed cat turns hostile and attacks your team
- You must down your own cat to force Dybbuk out
- Only then can you kill Dybbuk for real
This means you’re guaranteed to injure at least one of your cats during this fight—unless you have very specific builds.
How to Beat Dybbuk: Proven Strategies
Corner Him with Positioning
Dybbuk can only backflip onto empty tiles. Surround him with your units or obstacles to prevent escape routes. Once cornered, he can’t dodge your attacks, making him significantly easier to damage.
Use Damage-Over-Time Effects
Critical strategy: Dybbuk cannot dodge DoT effects like Bleed or Burn. These bypass his backflip entirely.
Fire is particularly effective against Dybbuk. When he dodges attacks, he might backflip onto fire tiles, causing him to accumulate massive Burn stacks quickly. This passive damage shreds through his HP without triggering dodges.
Spam Summons and Bodies
Got mana reduction items and summon abilities? Use them. Players report success overwhelming Dybbuk by flooding the battlefield with units. Upgraded Pooter summons work especially well, creating multiple bodies that limit his movement options.
Control Who Lands the Killing Blow
Since Dybbuk possesses whoever kills him, designate your tankiest or least important cat to land the final hit. Alternatively, use a cat with high HP that can survive being downed without permanent consequences.
The Injury Problem and Workarounds
Many players complain that finishing the Boneyard without injuries becomes impossible due to Dybbuk’s possession mechanic. When your cat gets possessed and downed, they receive an injury.
Potential Solutions:
- Cleric’s Cleanse does NOT work on possession (confirmed by players)
- Healers with Revive skills that remove injuries can help
- Accept the injury if it’s your final run before retirement—it barely matters at that point
- Some cats may not leave a body after being possessed and killed, especially if they’ve accumulated too many prior injuries or infestations
Is Dybbuk Actually Poorly Designed?
The Mewgenics community is split on whether Dybbuk represents good challenge design or frustrating gimmickry.
Arguments for good design: Forces different tactical thinking beyond stat inflation, creates memorable encounters, and punishes careless damage dealing.
Arguments against: No counterplay to guaranteed injury, possession feels cheap, and dodge spam frustrates players without proper builds.
Ultimately, Dybbuk succeeds at being unique and challenging—whether that’s fun depends on your tolerance for forced sacrifices.
The Bottom Line
Dybbuk in Mewgenics requires preparation and tactical thinking. Use fire and DoT effects to bypass his dodges, surround him to prevent escapes, and control who delivers the killing blow. Accept that you’ll likely finish this fight with at least one injured cat unless you’ve built specifically to counter this mechanic.
The Boneyard boss teaches you that sometimes victory demands sacrifice—which fits perfectly with Mewgenics’ darker themes.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Dybbuk’s possession mechanic automatically triggers when he takes fatal damage. The possessed cat must be downed to force Dybbuk out before you can finish the fight.
No. Players have confirmed that Cleanse does not work on Dybbuk’s possession effect. You must down your possessed cat to remove it.
Use damage-over-time effects like Bleed and Burn, which bypass his backflip entirely. Fire is particularly effective since he might dodge onto fire tiles and accumulate massive Burn stacks.
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