Every boss in Bloodborne has a unique design and mechanisms. They are fierce, horrifying, and certainly a lot stronger than you. These bosses pose the biggest threat when it comes to progressing through the levels and act as the gatekeepers standing between you and the next stage.
The bosses in this game are built differently and can be found at various stages throughout the game. They also drop unique items when you defeat them, making the rest of the journey easier as you go.
Some of these bosses are optional and you don’t really need to beat them in order to progress forward while some of them are mandatory. Here is the complete list of all the bosses in Bloodborne in the first to last order.
Bloodborne Bosses In Order
Cleric Beast (Optional)

Cleric Beast is the first boss you’ll face in Bloodborne. As this will be your first boss, it will be quite a challenge to defeat him. You will find him on theGreat Bridge in Central Yharnam. He is huge, fast, and has a number of moves that can easily kill you if you get hit.
You need to react very quickly and counterattack when you get a chance if you ever want to beat this guy. He has a couple of weak points that you can target to deal more damage. But you need to find those weak points by yourself. When you defeat Cleric Beast, he will drop a rare item calledSword Hunter Badge.
Father Gascoigne

Father Gascoigne is a brutal killer equipped with a long two-handed axe and a gun. You can find him inOedon’s Tomb at Central Yharnam. He can move very fast and be extremely dangerous if he gets close to you.
He has two modes, and his attacks depend on the mode you’re fighting him. He can perform various combo attacks that can be fatal. He also uses his gun whenever he gets a chance. Dodging his attacks is a good way to counter him.
However, when he transforms into his second form, he becomes faster and attacks more rapidly, causing mayhem everywhere. He drops an item calledOedon Tomb Keywhen you defeat him.
Vicar Amelia

You’ll encounter Vicar Amelia inGreat Cathedral at Cathedral Ward. She is a large animal-like creature who performs pure melee attacks with her hands. She uses her long and large hands to attack you, and sometimes she even uses both her hands to land a powerful blow on the ground, sending small shockwaves in all directions.
One annoying thing about Vicar Amelia is that whenever her health bar falls below 50%, she will start running away from you and use her self-healing power. Whenever she uses this power, she will stand still, giving you a perfect opportunity to land a powerful strike. Her body will glow brightly whenever she uses healing.
Due to her healing ability, it can be very difficult to beat her in the early game. You can skip this boss if you are under-equipped and come back later when you get stronger. She will drop an item calledGold Amuletwhen you defeat her.
Blood-Starved Beast (Optional)

You can find this boss in theChurch of the Good Chalice at the Old Yharnam. He looks very creepy, but he won’t come at you unless you get too close and provoke him. His attacks are very quick, and he won’t hesitate to charge at you with his long hands.
This guy also has another form of attack where he starts to shoot poison from his body. He becomes more agile as he loses more of his health. His poison attacks can be lethal so carrying some antidotes is always a good thing when you’re about to fight him. He drops an item calledPthumerian Chaliceafter being defeated.
The Witch of Hemwick (Optional)

You will encounter the Witch inWitch’s Abode at the Hemwick Charnel Lane. The Witch doesn’t fight alone, and she will continuously summon her henchmen to fight you. These henchmen are slow, but they can deal powerful blows if they ever catch you.
The Witch will stay invisible most of the time, and you can only see her if you get near her. One piece of advice, though, is you can always find her at one of the corners of the room. After you fight her for a while, you’ll soon discover that there are actually two of them.
They also start to summon more minions when they are low on health. You don’t need to worry about that, though, because when you defeat both the witches, their minions will disappear with them too.Rune Workshop ToolandBloodshot Eyeballare the items you can get by defeating the Witch. You will also be able to use runes after you defeat her.
Darkbeast Paarl (Optional)

You can find Darkbeast Paarl inThe Graveyard of the Darkbeastat theYahar’gul, the Unseen Village.He is huge, and most of his attacks have lightning, causing you to take massive damage when you get hit.
Most of his attacks are melee and are fairly simple to dodge. But when he starts to lose his HP, he will unleash powerful waves of lightning with each attack. These attacks are very powerful and can easily kill you with some swings if you can’t dodge them in time. Defeating him will unlock shortcuts to new areas of the game. You can obtain an item calledSpark Hunter Badgefrom this battle.
Shadow of Yharnam

You’ll have to fight against multiple bosses this time around, three, to be exact. They aren’t particularly strong, but they can be pretty annoying. They move together, but they have different speeds, so you can easily separate them.
These three bosses each have their own abilities and strengths. One of them uses magic, while the other two are swordsmen. They have their own health bar, and if one of them is in very low health, they will transform and use more powerful attacks.
If you manage to defeat two of them, the last remaining boss can summon three giant snakeheads from the ground that will attack you randomly for massive damage. If you manage to defeat all three enemies, you will obtainForbidden Grave LanternandBlood Rapture Rune.
Rom, The Vacuous Spider

This boss can be found when you jump into theMoonside Lake located at Byrgenwerth.He can use different powerful abilities and summon baby spiders to follow and attack you. The spiders are slow but can hit quite hard if one of them manages to land an attack.
After you’ve successfully landed a few attacks on the boss, he will curl up and teleport to another location. After teleporting, he will summon more of his babies to attack you. The babies will follow you relentlessly, and getting tangled with them will only drag out the battle. Rom can also use different abilities like causing a meteor shower, explosions, or rolling towards you with his big body. Defeating this boss will reward you withKin Coldblood.
The One Reborn

Every boss in Bloodborne is spooky and terrifying, but this one tops the chart even for me. You can find him in Yahar’GulChapelat theYahar’Gul Unseen Village. This guy pops right out of the moon and begins his attack like a madman. He is huge, has lots of limbs, and has a number of physical and magical attacks that can cause a lot of damage if you get hit by them.
He is very slow, though. So if you’ve been playing for some time and have good control, you can pretty much dodge all of his attacks. He can also shoot acid from his mouth when he loses most of his health bar. You can obtain an item calledYellow Backboneafter defeating this boss.
Martyr Logarius (Optional)

Logarius is a large boss utilizing both magic and physical attacks. He can be found at the top ofForsaken Cainhurst Castle. He uses a long scythe and a sword as a weapon and wears a crown on his head.
This boss is exceptionally good at combat and uses a number of physical and magical attacks to damage you. As you keep hitting him and damage him more, his attacks become more unpredictable and fast. However, his magic attacks are the ones you should be afraid of because when he decides to start using magic, things can go horrible for you.
He drops an item calledCrown of Illusionswhen you defeat him. You also gain access to Vilebloods and become one of the Vileblood yourself after you’ve defeated this boss.
Amygdala (Optional)

Amygdala is a giant beast with multiple arms. She can be found insideThe Nightmare Frontierand uses multiple forms of attacks. She can swing her arms to deal damage, jump and stomp on you as well as shoot lasers from her head. She also grabs you if you stay too close to her for a long time. You can acquireAiling Loran Chaliceby defeating her.
Celestial Emissary (Optional)

The Celestial Emissary is a bunch of alien-looking creatures who appear in groups. They all share the same HP pool and can be found in theUpper Cathedral Ward. They all have similar movement speeds and attack patterns. They will chase you until they get near you and swing their arms, which can damage you.
After some time, a bigger one of them appears, which deals more damage if you get hit by his attacks. He will also stomp the ground and squash you if you get too close to him. When their health decreases rapidly, he can shoot arcane magic at you that will chase you until the impact. You can get aCommunion Runeif you defeat him.
Ebrietas, Daughter of the Cosmos (Optional)

You can find Ebrietas, Daughter of the Cosmos, in theUpper Cathedral Ward. She is very large in size and has lots of tentacles that she uses for combat. She is the last boss in the Upper Cathedral Ward. She primarily uses her tentacles to swing around and cause damage. However, she can also cast magic sometimes.
All of her attacks are very powerful. She swings her tentacles quite often, and it can be very dangerous if you are near her. She can also launch her head on the ground to deal massive damage. You’ll want to avoid this attack at all costs. She will also use magic to rain down lasers at you, so you need to keep an eye for that as well. The reward for this boss isGreat Isz Chalice.
Micolash, Host of the Nightmare

Micolash is very tricky and smart. He is also very fast; at running away, that is. However, he is one of the tankiest bosses you’ll face in this game. He usually hides in the fog created by his magic and summons underlings to fight for him. However, he can be very dangerous if he decides to fight for real. He can be found inMiddle Morgo’s Loft.
The area in which this fight takes place is pretty big, and you’ll have to move around quite a bit. Micolash is a powerful boss who can use both magical and physical attacks. He can create walls of fog to obstruct your vision and summon skeletons and minions that will fight for him.
When he decides to fight for real, though, he can shoot tentacles from his hands and cast magic as well. You can obtain an item calledMensis Cageafter defeating him. You also get access to higher levels of the Loft.
Mergo’s Wet Nurse

Mergo’s Wet Nurse can be found inside theNightmare of Mensis. She is large and has multiple arms and wings coming out of her back. You can constantly hear a baby crying in the background when you face off against her.
She has long blades attached to all of her arms. She doesn’t have a long reach, and she usually stays in the same place for a long time. But her attacks are very powerful, which makes it quite difficult to approach her. She can also create clones to attack you. An item calledOne Third of Umbilical Cordis dropped when you defeat her.
Gehrman, the First Hunter

Gehrman is the final boss in the Bloodborne game. He is huge, ruthless, and the most powerful boss you’ll face in this game. He can be found at the cemetery of theHunter’s Dream. He uses a long scythe as his main weapon, but he can also break it down to use it as a blade. He also occasionally shoots you with his gun. Being the final boss, he can be very difficult to deal with.
He has a long reach, and his attacks are very powerful as well. He will constantly move and attack you with his scythe until he kills you or makes you spend all your healing potions. After that, he will kill you like an ant. When he loses around half of his health, he goes into an enraged state. In this state, he becomes much faster and stronger. You will acquireOld Hunter Badgeafter killing him.
Moon Presence (Optional)

This is an optional boss that can be unlocked if you have threeOne Third of Umbilical Cord. She appears after you’ve slain Gehrman, the First Hunter. If you can see her on your screen, then you own all three items, and she is now the final boss.
Being the final boss herself, she can also give you quite a hard time. She mainly uses her tails and claws to attack you. However, she also uses some magic attacks occasionally. Getting hit by her magic attacks can literally make you cry because then, you won’t be able to use any healing potion for a certain time. So try to dodge it when you see it coming.
Defeating her will reward you with230,000 Blood Echos.
FAQs
How many Bloodborne bosses are there? ›
Bloodborne is renowned for its macabre and creatively-designed bosses, but there are only nine major bosses that players must actually defeat.
Who are the main bosses in Bloodborne? ›The most powerful Bloodborne bosses include Lady Maria, The Orphan Of Kos, Gehrman, The First Hunter, Ludwig, The Holy Blade, Ebrietas, and Laurence, The First Vicar. All of these Bloodborne bosses offer plenty of challenge and deal lots of damage.
Who's the hardest boss in Bloodborne? ›1. Orphan of Kos. Without a doubt the toughest fight in Bloodborne, and perhaps in the entirety of the Soulsborne series. Orphan of Kos is the final boss of expansion The Old Hunters, and is worth the wait.
Who is the 2nd boss in Bloodborne? ›Father Gascoigne is the second boss in Bloodborne, or the first if you didn't stumble upon the Cleric Beast. This fight is designed to test you on the fundamentals of Bloodborne, so if you aren't too sure what they are, you'll struggle.
Who is the 5th boss in Bloodborne? ›The Witches of Hemwick are the fifth boss you'll take on in Bloodborne, and they might be the easiest yet — if you move quick enough. Soot Monsters will spawn into the battlefield constantly during the fight, so you'll want to manage their numbers, but prioritizing hitting the Witches whenever you see them.
Is Father Gascoigne a beast? ›As a beast, Father Gascoigne is a lot more ferocious, although note that he can no longer use his gun to interrupt your delicious combo attacks. You can stun him with your gunshot while he's in this form too. Time stuns carefully though, and deliver them when he starts firing up one of his big attacks.
Who is the old guy in Bloodborne? ›If you've played Bloodborne, you'll remember Master Willem as the NPC that sits on a rocking chair beside Moonside Lake in Byrgenwerth. He doesn't do much but vaguely gesture in the direction of where you fight Rom, the Vacuous Spider. But originally, Rom wasn't the only boss planned in this area.
Does Cthulhu exist in Bloodborne? ›My favorite part about Bloodborne is that while it explores all of these very Lovecraft-influenced ideas, it does so without using the mythology. Sure, there are lots of tentacled creatures or the occasional fish-man, but it never uses Cthulhu proper, despite the fact that it's public domain and could have been used.
Who is the most iconic Bloodborne boss? ›The greatest boss battle of Bloodborne actually comes from the Old Hunters DLC. Ludwig the Accursed is a former hunter mutated and fused with his steed lying within the Hunter's Nightmare. Ludwig has lost his sanity to his bestial curse and immediately attacks the player on site.
What is the 3rd Bloodborne boss? ›The Blood-Starved Beast is the third boss you'll fight in Bloodborne, and it's a tricky one, too. They move pretty erratically, and have a few attack animations that look incredibly similar, which make predicting its actions a chore.
Who is the 4th boss in Bloodborne? ›
Vicar Amelia is the fourth boss you'll face in Bloodborne, and while not the most difficult, she does take a while to take down. The secret to this fight is to always stay behind and close to her, as nearly all of Vicar Amelia's attacks are head-on ground-pounds or side-to-side swipes.
What boss is in Caelid? ›The Beastman of Farum Azula can be fought as the main boss inside the Dragonbarrow Cave just south of the Bestial Sanctum in Caelid.
What is the strongest weapon in Bloodborne? ›1 Ludwig's Holy Blade
It can tear enemies apart with no real effort. Its move set is also reliable--chaining into a hard to avoid combo. As such, Ludwig's Holy Blade is the best weapon in Bloodborne for most players.
The secret boss that is the star of two of the three endings in Bloodborne is the Moon Presence, who can make an appearance at the end of the game and end everything before the fight itself.
What is the sixth boss in Bloodborne? ›Darkbeast Paarl is the sixth boss we fought in Bloodborne — though your order may vary, if you don't get snatched away to the Hypogean Gaol when we did. It's not so difficult, and will feel pretty familiar if you've bested similar four-legged bosses from past Souls titles.
What level boss is Radahn? ›Elden Ring Radahn boss battle
You should be at least level 70 before fighting Radahn, ideally with a powerful weapon suited to your chosen build, such as the Moonveil Katana, or strong spells with good range, including Comet.
It's the Elden Beast, the final boss of the game which is often supposed to be the most significant boss of all in any game title.
Is Rom a Beast or a Kin? ›Rom, the Vacuous Spider is a boss and a Kin in Bloodborne.
Who was the first beast Bloodborne? ›The Cleric Beast is the first Boss in Bloodborne, and is found on the Great Bridge in Central Yharnam. While technically the first boss, it is possible to skip him in favor of fighting Father Gascoigne first, but you will need to kill the Cleric Beast next as the item he drops is needed for progression.
Can you skip Gascoigne? ›While it's possible to skip the Cleric Beast entirely and just head to Father Gascoigne right away, it's advisable to tackle the games introductory boss battle with the beast first. If you're having trouble with Father Gascoigne, here's how to take down the gun-toting, trick-weapon wielding beast-mode man.
Can Gascoigne Parry you? ›
He will attempt to parry your attacks, so be mindful of his blunderbuss and try not to spam attacks.
Is Father Gascoigne dead? ›Eventually, Father Gascoigne fell to the beast plague and succumbed to the bloodlust, becoming little more than a bloodthirsty killing machine. His wife Viola left their home in order to search for her husband, but forgot her music box. No longer remembering who she was, it appears that Gascoigne killed his own wife.
Who is the baby crying in Bloodborne? ›The Pthumerians unlocked the secrets of blood, blood that came from the Great Ones. Fans know that Queen Yharnam is Mergo's mother due to her appearance after you defeat Rom. She appears and you hear a baby crying in the distance. She is also present just before you fight Mergo's Wet Nurse in the Nightmare.
Is there a God in Bloodborne? ›Bloodborne's lore is filled with mysterious gods. Of all of them, Oedon is the most overlooked, and yet easily the most important deity. FromSoftware's game worlds are famous for the sheer abundance of lore-relevant secrets hidden within them.
Can you become a monster in Bloodborne? ›To start, you'll first need the Beast's Embrace Oath Rune that can be obtained by defeating Laurence, the First Vicar. Once he is defeated, head back to Hunter's Dream and equip the Beast's Embrace Oath Rune. Once you've done that, you will transform into a beast!
Does Christianity exist in Bloodborne? ›We do not explicitly know that the Christian belief system exists in the world, but certain enemies can be heard crying out things like “Please God, help me, I must live!” (Dexven, 2015) – although Yharnamites have many “gods” to reference.
What mythology is Bloodborne? ›Lovecraftian Mythology in Bloodborne
Like with the world of Dark Souls, the concepts presented in Bloodborne are borrowed from Lovecraftian horror.
- 1 Darkeater Midir - Dark Souls 3.
- 2 Slave Knight Gael - Dark Souls 3. ...
- 3 Nameless King - Dark Souls 3. ...
- 4 Dancer Of The Boreal Valley - Dark Souls 3. ...
- 5 Ancient Dragon - Dark Souls 2. ...
- 6 Kalameet - Dark Souls. ...
- 7 Gwyn - Dark Souls. ...
- 8 Ornstein And Smough - Dark Souls. ...
There is no Melina boss fight in Elden Ring
Despite that, the character does appear as a summonable ally for the fight against Morgott, the Omen King. This means that she has features like a unique move set, AI for combat, and death animation.
When excluding the game's multiple expansions, the Nameless King is clearly the best boss in the game. After you ring the bell found in Archdragon Peak, you will be transported to the stormy arena, where the Nameless King appears before you atop his wyvern.
Who is the hardest hunter in Bloodborne? ›
1 The Bloody Crow Of Cainhurst
Near the end of the questline, players need to engage in a one-on-one battle with the Bloody Crow of Cainhurst, who is easily the hardest hunter fight in the entirety of Bloodborne.
The best armor set in Bloodborne is actually found in The Old Hunters DLC. Players find the Harrowed set in the Fishing Hamlet after defeating Lady Maria of the Astral Clocktower. The Harrowed set has the highest physical damage defense with 310.
Is there a happy ending in Bloodborne? ›The "Good" Ending
If the player accepts his offer, Gehrman will rise from his wheelchair, scythe in hand, and execute the Hunter. The Hunter will then wake up in Yharnam, only the sun is beginning to rise and the endless night is over. That's it. No boss fight.
The Hunter Axe is the most powerful starter option, but it's also very slow. Obviously it does more damage than the Saw Cleaver, but it's worth noting that its secondary form is two-handed, so you can't use a firearm in conjunction with it.
Is Moon Lord a hard boss? ›The Moon Lord is the final boss in Terraria. Because of its high health and its numerous, highly damaging attacks, it is generally considered one of the most difficult bosses in the game.
What is the best DPS weapon in Bloodborne? ›1 Whirligig Saw
The Whirligig Saw easily has the highest DPS in the entire game, to the point where players might feel that it's downright broken. One can't deny how satisfying it is to permanently stunlock a boss and watch them fall without even putting much of a fight.
- 1 Dragon Slayer Ornstein & Executioner Smough - Dark Souls.
- 2 Malenia, Blade Of Miquella - Elden Ring. ...
- 3 Guardian Ape And Brown Ape - Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. ...
- 4 Maliketh, the Black Blade - Elden Ring. ...
- 5 Orphan Of Kos - Bloodborne. ...
- 6 Yatsu-No-Kami - Nioh 2. ...
Though Starscourge Radahn is one of four bosses with a Great Rune, since you only need two to progress the story, this is thankfully optional. For those looking to complete the Ranni quest however - it's a required encounter. One that isn't optional is Godskin Duo.
Is the Lord of blood An optional boss? ›Mohg, Lord of Blood is an optional boss in Elden Ring, demi-god and lord of the Mohgwyn Palace. He is a powerful spellcaster with a wide variety of bleed inflicting spells, as well as powerful melee attacks.
What is the 4th boss in Bloodborne? ›Vicar Amelia is the fourth boss you'll face in Bloodborne, and while not the most difficult, she does take a while to take down. The secret to this fight is to always stay behind and close to her, as nearly all of Vicar Amelia's attacks are head-on ground-pounds or side-to-side swipes.
Are there missable bosses in Bloodborne? ›
For those looking to play through the game once again or hop in for the first time, there are several missable and optional events and questlines that are worth experiencing. Optional bosses may sound scary, but most players come to Bloodborne expecting a challenge.
Who is the true final boss of Bloodborne? ›Despite being the final boss of Bloodborne, the Moon Presence is actually somewhat easier to fight than Gehrman, who is fought just before the Moon Presence. The Moon Presence begins the fight with three-hit combos that cover a large distance, often leaving its back open to attacks.
Who is the coolest boss in Bloodborne? ›Ludwig is easily among the best Bloodborne bosses and among the best of all "Soulsborne" bosses. However, Ludwig is grounded by his Moonlight Greatsword, and that transforms Ludwig into Ludwig the Holy Blade midway through the fight. Ludwig's combat style becomes more elegant and skillful during this phase.
What level should I be for the one reborn? ›Recommended Level: 60
The One Reborn is a big boss, but one with enough surface area to make it a very easy target. Make your way to its base, but feel free to melee attack its outer limbs along the way.