Luckily, as even these gigantic bears have their weaknesses, the right combat preparation can secure your victory.

This guide will show you how to defeat Runebears inElden Ring.

The Earthbore Cave boss is larger, but besides that, there isn’t much difference.

A sleeping Rune Bear in Elden Ring.

Elden Ring Runebears mainly rely on physical damage, specifically slash damage.

Their go-to attacks are claw slashes and ground slams, thereby often jumping towards you.

you might avoid damage either by keeping your distance or dodging to the Runebear’s side.

A roaring Rune Bear in Elden Ring.

The most dangerous Runebear attack, however, is the grab attack.

The Runebear will stand on its hind legs and spread its arms as if to hug you.

They have a high resistance to Bleed, Magic, and Frost.

An Elden Ring Rune Bear standing on its hind legs.

IfSpirit Ashesare available, choose one that’s good at distracting the Runebear, such as theLone WolfAshes.

Luckily, you’re able to throw more Sleep Pots to repeat the effect.

And that’s how you defeat the Runebear in Elden Ring.

Spirit Wolves attacking a Rune Bear in Elden Ring.

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