A new patch has been distributed to improve gameplay stability and make balance adjustments. Please apply the latest patch before playing the game. Please note that this patch is focused on balance adjustments that will allow players more build diversity in the early and mid-game when assembling their AC, as well as bug fixes. PvP oriented balance adjustments will be released at a future date.
I did my second playthrough against Ibis after the patch and its no different as far as I can tell.