- Ant Wars Roblox how to tame spiders: Build a stable food economy before attempting any taming.
- Tameable creatures: Spiders and scorpions are the two confirmed tameable units in Ant Wars.
- Best use: Spiders excel at nest defense and chokepoint control, scorpions at frontline power.
- Biggest mistake: Taming early while your colony economy is still fragile.
- Rule of thumb: Secure worker ant income first, hatch soldiers second, tame creatures third.
Why Tame Spiders in Ant Wars?
In Ant Wars by Christopher Stuff, your colony is not limited to ants. The official game description confirms that players can tame spiders and scorpions alongside their ant armies. Spiders act as powerful mid-game creatures that anchor your defenses and give your colony a combat edge that pure ant armies struggle to match.
| Creature | Role | Strength | Weakness | Best Timing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spider | Nest defender / area control | Traps and punishes attackers at chokepoints | Slower to reposition than ant squads | Mid game |
| Scorpion | Frontline brawler | Heavy single-target damage | Vulnerable when swarmed alone | Mid-to-late game |
| Soldier Ant | Standard frontline | Cheap, reliable, massable | Outclassed by creatures 1v1 | Early game |
Nest Defense
- Spiders guard tunnels well
- Deters early player raids
- Buys time for reinforcements
Economy Raider Deterrent
- Protects food lines
- Frees soldiers for offense
- Reduces worker losses
Combat Multiplier
- Strong in narrow tunnels
- Pairs well with Guard Ants
- Forces enemies to commit
Exact spider stats and food costs are still being verified by our team as the game updates frequently (last confirmed update: November 8, 2026). Treat numbers you see in-game as the source of truth, and check back here as we update.
Preparation: What You Need Before Taming
Taming fails most often because players rush it. A spider costs serious food, and a failed or wasted tame can set your colony back when rival colonies are expanding. Get these prerequisites done first.
| Prerequisite | Target | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Food income | Keep ~60% of ants gathering | Taming and feeding creatures drains reserves |
| Nest chambers | Nursery + storage built | You need infrastructure to support creatures |
| Defense squad | 4-6 soldier ants at entrance | Wild ants and players raid early colonies |
| Army baseline | Small soldier core hatched | Creatures supplement ants, never replace them |
If your food income barely covers hatching soldiers, delay taming. Losing a tamed creature to an early raid wastes resources a weaker rival colony would have spent growing an army instead.
How to Tame Spiders: Step-by-Step
Follow this sequence once your economy is stable. The general taming flow in Ant Wars mirrors other creature systems: locate, weaken or bait, feed, and claim.
Locate a Spider
Explore the map away from heavy player traffic. Spiders roam outside established colony zones, so send a fast scout unit (Scout Ant or Flying Ant) to spot one without committing your army.
Secure the Area
Clear or avoid nearby wild ants and rival colonies. A taming attempt interrupted by a raid usually means losing both the creature and the units you brought.
Weaken or Bait the Spider
Reduce the spider's health or lure it toward your nest area with food. Avoid killing it — a heavily weakened creature is far more practical to claim than a full-strength one.
Feed and Claim
Commit food to complete the taming process. Your stored food is the taming currency, which is why the preparation phase matters so much.
Assign the Spider to Defense
Position your tamed spider at a tunnel chokepoint or nest entrance. Keep soldier ants nearby so the spider is never left isolated against a full enemy push.
If you completed every step above without dipping below your soldier-maintenance food threshold, your colony is ready to consider taming a scorpion next for offensive power.
Spider vs. Scorpion: Which to Tame First
Both creatures are confirmed tameable, but they serve opposite roles. Choose based on whether your colony is being attacked or doing the attacking.
Tame a Spider First If...
- You get raided frequently
- Your nest has long tunnels
- Your army is small and defensive
- You run a turtle-style economy build
Tame a Scorpion First If...
- Your food income is strong
- You plan to raid rival nests
- You already hold a soldier core
- You play map-control or rush builds
| Factor | Spider | Scorpion |
|---|---|---|
| Primary role | Defense | Offense |
| Tunnel fighting | Excellent | Good |
| Open-field raids | Weak | Strong |
| Food investment | Moderate | Higher |
| Pairs well with | Guard Ants, chokepoints | Soldier Ants, Flying Ants |
In team matches, coordinate taming with allies: one colony tames spiders for the shared defense zone while another tames scorpions for joint raids. Just remember Ant Wars allows betrayal — never leave your tamed creatures parked inside an ally's nest.
Spider Taming Checklist
Before You Attempt a Tame:
- Keep at least 60% of ants on food gathering
- Hatch a 4-6 soldier ant defense squad
- Build nursery and storage chambers
- Scout the map for a spider away from rivals
- Assign the tamed spider to a tunnel chokepoint
Rotate your spider between entrances based on where raids actually come from. A spider parked at an unused entrance is food spent doing nothing.
FAQ
Q: How do you tame spiders in Ant Wars on Roblox?
Locate a spider away from rival colonies, secure the area, weaken or bait it with food, then spend your stored food to complete the taming process. A stable food economy is the key requirement.
Q: Can you tame scorpions too in Ant Wars?
Yes. The official game description confirms both spiders and scorpions are tameable. Scorpions lean toward offense and frontline damage, while spiders are best used defensively at chokepoints.
Q: Is a tamed spider stronger than soldier ants?
A tamed spider outclasses individual soldier ants in a straight fight, but ants are cheap and massable. Treat creatures as force multipliers that support your ant army, not replacements for it.
Q: What is the biggest mistake when taming spiders?
Taming too early. If your food income barely sustains your ant army, a tamed creature becomes a liability that drains reserves and dies to the first serious raid.