Conquering Bloodborne's challenging bosses requires a strategic approach. This guide outlines optimal boss fight orders, catering to different playthrough styles.
Table of Contents
- Optimal Boss Order for Bloodborne
- Non-Optional Boss Order
- Complete Boss Order (All Bosses)
- Detailed Boss Order Breakdown
- The Old Hunters DLC Bosses
Optimal Boss Order Strategies
While completing every boss isn't mandatory for finishing Bloodborne, it significantly enhances the experience and rewards. This guide presents both non-optional and complete boss orders, followed by a more detailed explanation. The game features 17 main bosses and 5 DLC bosses from The Old Hunters. Chalice Dungeon bosses are excluded. The DLC can technically be started after Vicar Amelia, but many recommend tackling it closer to the game's end. The timing of the DLC relative to Mergo's Wet Nurse affects certain dialogue.
Non-Optional Boss Order
- Father Gascoigne
- Vicar Amelia
- Shadow of Yharnam
- Rom, the Vacuous Spider
- The One Reborn
- Micolash, Host of the Nightmare
- Mergo's Wet Nurse
- Gehrman, the First Hunter
- Moon Presence (Ending Specific)
Complete Boss Order (All Bosses)
- Cleric Beast (Optional)
- Father Gascoigne
- Blood-Starved Beast (Optional)
- Vicar Amelia
- The Witch of Hemwick (Optional)
- Shadow of Yharnam
- Rom, the Vacuous Spider
- Darkbeast Paarl (Optional)
- The One Reborn
- Martyr Logarius (Optional)
- Amygdala (Optional)
- Celestial Emissary (Optional)
- Micolash, Host of the Nightmare
- Ludwig, the Accursed/Holy Blade (DLC/Optional)
- Laurence, the First Vicar (DLC/Optional)
- Living Failures (DLC/Optional)
- Lady Maria of the Astral Clocktower (DLC/Optional)
- Orphan of Kos (DLC/Optional)
- Ebrietas, Daughter of the Cosmos (Optional)
- Mergo's Wet Nurse
- Gehrman, the First Hunter
- Moon Presence (Ending Specific)
Detailed Boss Order Breakdown
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Cleric Beast (Optional)
A fast, aggressive early boss. Target its hind legs to trip it, then focus on its head.
Father Gascoigne
A challenging early hunter boss. Mastering parries is key to victory.
Blood-Starved Beast (Optional)
A tough boss with high health. Maintain distance and utilize fire/explosive weapons.
Vicar Amelia
A large creature with self-healing abilities. Attack during its healing animation.
The Witch of Hemwick (Optional)
Deals with both the witch and her minions. Utilize firearms when she's visible.
Shadow of Yharnam
A large creature wielding a club. Dodge its attacks and target its weak points.
Rom, the Vacuous Spider
Beware of poisonous and physical attacks, and summoned spiders.
Darkbeast Paarl (Optional)
A hulking brute found in Yahar'gul, the Unseen Village.
The One Reborn
Uses physical and magical attacks. Prioritize smaller enemies before focusing on the boss.
Martyr Logarius (Optional)
Deals Arcane damage. Mastering parries is highly effective.
Amygdala (Optional)
A giant, challenging boss with a large reach and varied attacks.
Celestial Emissary (Optional)
Fast-moving boss with powerful arm swings. Roll towards its legs to avoid attacks.
Micolash, Host of the Nightmare
A non-optional boss who hides and summons underlings. Poison knives are an effective strategy.
The Old Hunters Bosses
The Old Hunters DLC bosses are fought in a linear order. After Ludwig, return to where you obtained the Eye Pendant to fight Laurence. Then, engage Living Failures, Lady Maria, and Orphan of Kos.
Ebrietas, Daughter of the Cosmos (Optional)
Uses tentacles and magical attacks. Avoid her head slam attack.
Mergo's Wet Nurse
Attacks with tentacles and water projectiles. Dodge attacks during fog obscuration.
Gehrman, the First Hunter
The final non-optional boss. Uses a scythe and firearms. Parrying is advantageous.
Moon Presence (Ending Specific)
The true final boss. Requires obtaining three Umbilical Cords before facing Gehrman and refusing his offer. Attacks with tails, claws, and darkness orbs.
This comprehensive guide provides a strategic framework for tackling Bloodborne's challenging boss encounters. Remember to adapt your approach based on your playstyle and build. Good hunting!
