Appearing at the end of the second chapter, the Sea Spider is one of the more formidable boss encounters of Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon. Especially since this encounter comes not too long after players face Balteus, it can be quite frustrating. Here’s how to stop the Sea Spider from impeding your progress in Armored Core 6 and beat them once and for all.
Preparation
Before facing the Sea Spider, you will want to make sure you have everything you need. For this fight, it is recommended to use a lighter build for better mobility. Make sure you have upgraded your generator, as you will want to be able to Quick Boost as much as possible.
One of the best weapons to bring to this fight is a Pile Bunker. While you should bring other weapons that might be able to help stagger the Sea Spider, the Pile Bunker will be doing most of the major damage. As always, be sure to check your OS Tuning upgrades, as they can come in handy.
How to Beat the Sea Spider in Armored Core 6
One of the keys to winning this fight is to always be on the move. However, you do not want to stray too far away from the Sea Spider itself. If you do, it will be more difficult to evade some of its attacks, which can be very devastating, especially if it manages to stagger you. As you strafe around the Sea Spider, you will be able to easily evade many of its attacks, including its powerful beam.
Don’t be afraid to use the Pile Bunker before you stagger the Sea Spider. With a charged attack, it can still deal some pretty significant damage and will help stagger the boss a lot more quickly. Despite this, you should be careful when you attack. You need to be very close, and if the Sea Spider suddenly moves, then there is a good chance that the Pile Bunker won’t hit.
During the second half of the fight, the Sea Spider will become airborne. Use an Assualt Boost to close the gap, but also be sure to monitor your energy. It is not advantageous to be on the ground during this phase. Keep attacking with your Pile Bunker when possible, and the Sea Spider won’t take much longer to destroy.
For more boss guides, be sure to check Final Weapon! Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon is currently available for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam.
