How do you kill the octopus on Lord of the Rings?

In "The Lord of the Rings," the creature often referred to as an octopus is actually the giant spider Shelob, encountered in "The Two Towers." To defeat her, Frodo Baggins uses the Elven sWord Sting and the light of Galadriel's phial to fend off her attacks. The light temporarily blinds her, allowing Samwise Gamgee to strike and ultimately drive her away. This battle emphasizes the themes of bravery and friendship in the face of overwhelming darkness.