Would you advise upgrading that mind flayer?
Personally, yes. But it's really up to you. Unupped, it's at least one SN to get out. Upped, it takes a maximum of two, although the QTs may provide the

. It's really up to you whether you prefer an earlier safer lobotomizer or if you prefer extra damage and resilience. Upped also has synergy with adrenaline.