Boss Guide · Elden Ring
How to Beat Romina, Saint of the Bud
AI Quick Summary
Romina, Saint of the Bud is one of Elden Ring's most memorable encounters. Bring Fire protection and Preserving Boluses (crafted) to manage Scarlet Rot buildup.
About Romina, Saint of the Bud
A centipede-like Empyrean candidate in the Ancient Ruins of Rauh who spreads Scarlet Rot with beautiful but lethal petal attacks.
Attack Phases
Petal Dance
Scatters Scarlet Rot petals in gorgeous but poisonous sweeping attacks.
- ›Petal tornado
- ›Rot burst
- ›Insect dive
- ›Bloom explosion
Full Bloom (below 50% HP)
Covers the arena in Scarlet Rot with enhanced attacks.
- ›Rot field bloom
- ›Petal storm
- ›Grab lunge
- ›Blossom explosion
Step-by-Step Strategy
Step 1
Bring Fire protection and Preserving Boluses (crafted) to manage Scarlet Rot buildup.
Step 2
Fire weapons/spells deal bonus damage and counter her Rot theme thematically and mechanically.
Step 3
Her petal tornado is her biggest attack — sprint sideways, don't roll.
Step 4
In Phase 2, the Rot field covers the arena; stay mobile and don't stop moving.
Step 5
Target her centipede legs to interrupt some attacks during brief stagger windows.
Rewards
💰 420,000 Runes
- •Remembrance of the Saint of the Bud