Aratra encounter guide in Strange Stench.
Introduction
A giant cave spider using venom, webs and rapid thrusts; the blacksmith is trapped in its lair.
Location and mission
Skoffa Cave
Strategy · Aratra
The cinematic shows Elamein freeing a captive from a web before Aratra, a giant spider, descends behind Khazan.

Several attacks are very fast. Learn the rhythm rather than reacting to each strike in isolation.
Attack ①:
A slow claw swipe followed by a double forward stab.

Attack ②:
Two bites with a clear mouth-opening tell. The second bite follows quickly.

Attack ③:
A three-hit combo with a visible arm raise. Counter the unguardable third hit.

Attack ④:
It reaches behind itself and throws green venom. Dodge rather than guard to avoid poison buildup.

Attack ⑤:
A claw swipe leads into two quick stabs, then a pounce. Do not overlook the second stab.

Attack ⑥:
Four very fast thrusts followed by a slower final hit.

Attack ⑦:
A straightforward high jumping pounce.

Attack ⑧:
It scoops venom from behind before slashing forward in a cross pattern.

Attack ⑨:
A web spit marked by a green glow around the mouth. Being hit immobilizes you.

Breaking its limbs can stagger it. If it survives that opening, it may climb up to recover and return with a wide aerial slam. Finishing it during the stagger avoids this sequence.


Attack ⑩:

Defeat Aratra for equipment and a cinematic.

The spider attempts a final ambush, but Elamein finishes it off.

Return to the hub and speak to the rescued blacksmith Qazumaka downstairs. Another area unlocks.

Rewards and drops
Since June 16, 2025, main-mission bosses guarantee set-crafting materials. This does not guarantee a specific finished item, full set or scroll.
Crafting material: Maneater Spider's Leg · Devourer of Darkness
Material regions and scroll routes →
Equipment to look for
Devourer of Darkness · Greatsword: Ghost Arm: Block and poison.
A potential set drop, not a guaranteed piece. To craft missing pieces, obtain its recipe separately and check the required materials.
Reference: 3DM Guide Team
GAME NOTE has reorganized and rewritten the routes from this walkthrough.