Bloodborne
Bloodborne

Rom, the Vacuous Spider Strategy

Defeat Rom, the Vacuous Spider in Bloodborne by exploiting its arcane and thrust attack weaknesses. Learn to counter its spider summons and meteor showers.

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Rom, the Vacuous Spider is a Great One boss that marks a significant turning point in the game, revealing the true moon. The fight takes place in a large, open area.

Rom, the Vacuous Spider Strategy:

  • Weakness: Arcane (Hunter Tools like A Call Beyond can be effective), Thrust attacks.
  • Attacks: Summons smaller spiders, arcane meteor showers, arcane explosions.
  • Strategy: Rom has three phases. In the first phase, she's passive. Clear out her spider minions, then attack her body. In subsequent phases, she'll teleport and become more aggressive, summoning more spiders and using arcane attacks. Prioritize clearing the smaller spiders to create openings. Dodge the meteor showers by running. When she's charging an arcane explosion, get behind her or run away.
  • Reward: Kin Coldblood (8), 2 Insight.