Even when Baldur's Gate 3 was in early access, gamers noticed that Phase Spider Matriarch was a rather difficult boss. Players need to be well-prepared for the battle with it, considering all the difficulties that may be encountered. In Whispering Depths, where Spider Matriarch can be found, it is dark, and therefore all characters without darkvision will receive Disadvantage unless they cast some light spell. There are also many spiders that spawn there that have a lot of health and can teleport to characters.
However, the Spider Matriarch in Baldur’s Gate 3 can be pushed into the abyss before the player is even noticed. But this method has a small drawback, so this guide will also show how to win without using this cheese strategy.
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BG3 How to Prepare for the Matriarch Fight
One of the most useful items in the battle with the Phase Spider Matriarch is the Spiderstep Boots. This item gives immunity to the Status Effect Enwebbed, which immobilizes the character and also gives Disadvantage. This effect is imposed by areas covered with spider webs and boss attacks. It can be found in the Whispering Depths at coordinates X:-507; Y:-401. Unfortunately, it is possible to get only one copy of this item, so players need to equip it on the character who will push the boss into the abyss.
The next step is for players to learn the Feather Fall spell. This one gives immunity to falling damage and will help to pick up loot from the Spider Matriarch that will be in the abyss.
How to Defeat the Spider Matriarch
Now, players need to use Feather Fall on the party and sneak up on the Spider Matriarch with one of the characters so that it does not notice them. Users have to get close to the boss and stand in such a way that it is convenient to knock it down. Most spells that can push enemies away, such as Thunder Wave or Repelling Blast, are suitable for this.
Thanks to Feather Fall, it is possible to safely go down and pick up loot. The only disadvantage of this method is that the characters will not receive XP for the victory.
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An Alternative Way to Defeat the Spider Matriarch
Knowing the weaknesses of the Spider Matriarch, it can be defeated without throwing it into the abyss. First, it is necessary to destroy all the spider eggs, as new spiders will hatch from them during the battle. To achieve this, before the battle, players need to equip the Spiderstep Boots and quietly destroy all the eggs. It is also worth destroying as many spiders as possible before the battle.
Directly in the battle, it is recommended to divide the group into those who fight the boss and those who deal with the spiders. Spiderstep Boots are best equipped on a melee character, while ranged characters can simply shoot from a safe distance.
Baldur’s Gate 3 is now available to play on PC and PlayStation 5.
