Bloodborne: Defeat Rom, the Vacuous Spider

Q: How to defeat Rom the Vacuous Spider?

Focus on Rom's spider children first, as they're the main threat. Use a lightning-infused weapon like the Tonitrus, aiming for Rom's sides. Keep moving to avoid its magic attacks in later phases.

Q: What is Rom weak to in bloodborne?

Focus on Rom's spider children first, as they're the main threat. Use a lightning-infused weapon like the Tonitrus, aiming for Rom's sides. Keep moving to avoid its magic attacks in later phases.

Q: Rom the Vacuous Spider attack list?

Focus on Rom's spider children first, as they're the main threat. Use a lightning-infused weapon like the Tonitrus, aiming for Rom's sides. Keep moving to avoid its magic attacks in later phases.

Q: How much blood echoes for Rom?

Focus on Rom's spider children first, as they're the main threat. Use a lightning-infused weapon like the Tonitrus, aiming for Rom's sides. Keep moving to avoid its magic attacks in later phases.

Q: What does Rom drop in bloodborne?

Focus on Rom's spider children first, as they're the main threat. Use a lightning-infused weapon like the Tonitrus, aiming for Rom's sides. Keep moving to avoid its magic attacks in later phases.

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Alright, so you've made it to Moonside Lake, and that means it's time to face Rom, the Vacuous Spider. Don't let the name fool you; Rom itself isn't too tough, but its little spiderlings are the real menace here. They swarm you and can easily overwhelm you if you're not careful.

Stats / Weaknesses:

Weakness: Lightning
Recommended Weapon: Tonitrus (upgrade and infuse with Lightning)
Target: Sides of Rom, avoid the head

Phases:

Phase 1: Rom is passive and will summon a group of spider children. Your priority here is to clear out these children. They hit hard, especially with their jump attacks, so try to flank them or hit them from behind. Once they're all gone, Rom becomes vulnerable. You can hit its sides with your lightning weapon, and it'll even take damage while it teleports away. Don't let it get away easily!
Phase 2: Rom teleports to a new location and brings more children, plus it starts using magic. This is where things get trickier. Trying to fight the children right next to Rom means you'll likely get hit by its magic. The best strategy is to lure Rom's children away from its body, then rush in for quick hits on Rom's sides. Keep an eye on its attacks – it can summon magic from the sky or the water. Staying mobile and close to Rom can help you dodge these.
Phase 3: This phase is essentially a continuation of Phase 2, with Rom becoming even more aggressive with its magic. The strategy remains the same: lure the children away, then attack Rom's sides. The longer the fight drags on, the more dangerous it becomes, so try to end it efficiently.

Rom's Attacks in Phase 2 (and 3):

Magic Blast: Rom raises its tail and unleashes a damaging icy wind blast around itself. Keep your distance or dodge through it.
Thrash Combo: It flails its head and body, dealing moderate damage in an area around it. Again, distance is your friend here.
Meteor Barrage: Rom rears its head back, summoning heavy damage icicles that rain down from the sky. This is a good time to get close to Rom and attack its sides while it's vulnerable, but be ready to dodge.
Rising Meteors: Rom rolls onto its back and curls into a ball, summoning icicles from the water. This attack covers a wide area, so be prepared to move.

Tips

The Tonitrus is your best friend here. Its lightning damage is highly effective against Rom. Make sure to infuse it with L1 before attacking.
Don't get greedy! Focus on dodging Rom's attacks and only go for hits when you have a clear opening, especially after dealing with its children.
Keep moving! Standing still is a death sentence, especially when Rom starts using its magic attacks.
If you're struggling with the spiderlings, try to kite them around the arena, separating them so you can deal with them one or two at a time.

22,600 Blood Echoes
Kin Coldblood (12)

Defeating Rom, the Vacuous Spider is a major step. Keep pushing forward, Hunter!

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