So, you’re wondering how to take down Trobbio in Hollow Knight Silksong? Well, get ready for a spectacle, because this glitter-loving drama king knows how to put on a show! You’re about to face one of Silksong’s most memorable characters.
While encountering Trobbio is optional, missing out on this fight would be a huge mistake! This top performer from the Citadel brings dazzling pyrotechnics and theatrical flair to every battle. Defeat him twice, and you’ll earn powerful tools for Hornet’s adventure through Pharloom. We’ll guide you through finding Trobbio and provide proven strategies for both of his unique encounters.
Finding Trobbio in Hollow Knight Silksong
You’ll locate Trobbio at ‘The Stage’ within the Whispering Vaults. Although it might seem accessible from the Choral Chambers, you’ll need to navigate through the vaults first to open up the shortcut. Good news: you won’t have to face Trobbio just yet to do this.
Your second showdown with this flamboyant diva, known as Tormented Trobbio, becomes available after you’ve progressed to Silksong Act 3. Be sure to pick up the ‘Pain, Anguish, and Misery’ quest from the wish board in Songclave. Then, it’s back to ‘The Stage’ for another dramatic confrontation.
Strategies for Defeating Trobbio (First Encounter)
Your initial encounter with Trobbio happens in Act 2, and you’ll have a good selection of tools at your disposal to gain an edge. Our recommended loadout features the Sting Shard and Flea Brew, both amplified by the highly effective Pollip Pouch, which adds a potent poison effect. Since Trobbio moves quite a bit, the Flea Brew’s poison cloud ensures continuous damage. The brew’s enhanced movement and attack speed also create numerous openings for quick needle strikes.
While Silkstorm can offer some utility, your silk is generally best reserved for crucial healing during this battle. Other valuable tools you can acquire by this stage include the Fractured Mask, which boosts your effective health, the Spool Extender for increased silk capacity, and the Magnetite Dice, offering a chance to completely negate incoming damage.
Trobbio loves his pyrotechnics! You’ll frequently encounter a flurry of fireworks scattered across the arena. Initially harmless, these will explode after a brief pause, so make sure to get out of their blast radius.
Another common threat is his bouncing firework balls. Trobbio will launch three at once, which deal damage on direct impact and also when their smoke trails solidify into dangerous beams. If they’re heading for an awkward spot, try batting them away with your needle or Silkstorm before they start emitting smoke.
Our theatrical foe isn’t above a dramatic exit – he can disappear below the stage, only to pop up again for a renewed assault. This brief re-emergence is your chance to land a quick hit or two!
But be wary! Sometimes, instead of Trobbio himself, three more firework balls will emerge from the trap doors before he makes his grand return.
Occasionally, Trobbio will float leisurely across the arena, giving you a prime chance for an upward strike. However, stay alert! He’ll either quickly drop down vertically or burst into a spinning attack at the end of his float.
While Trobbio primarily relies on his tools, he does engage Hornet directly with a potent tornado attack. He can launch this move from the ground, while dashing horizontally, or even mid-air.
As his spin ends, Trobbio unleashes two smaller tornados that arc upwards and away. To counter this, float directly above him as soon as he lands. This lets you evade the entire attack and potentially land a satisfying pogo hit. This is also your safest window to heal: once the smaller tornados are dispersed, use your bind while staying airborne above him.
In his second phase, Trobbio adds a new trick: plumes of smoke will erupt from multiple trap doors, quickly hardening into lethal beams. Avoid being cornered at all costs, or you’re almost guaranteed to take damage.
Throughout this challenging fight, Trobbio’s barrage of area-of-effect abilities will constantly push you into tight spots. Your priority should always be securing a safe position before refocusing on the boss. Given his constant movement, especially in phase two where needle attack openings are fewer, don’t hesitate to deploy your Sting Shards liberally. Maintain control over his firework balls’ trajectory, and victory will be yours.
Conquering Tormented Trobbio (Second Encounter)
Tormented Trobbio largely retains his original moveset, but with some dazzling and deadly new enhancements. He also introduces a brand-new, formidable ability you’ll need to master. This second encounter is significantly faster and more chaotic, demanding a fresh approach to your tool selection.
For this challenging rematch, we highly recommend equipping the Architect Crest, allowing you to carry three potent offensive tools: Cogflies, Throwing Rings, and Tacks. Cogflies are fantastic for maintaining consistent damage on Trobbio, even when Hornet is pressured. The confined arena makes the bouncing Throwing Rings exceptionally effective. And since Trobbio spends considerable time on the ground, Tacks become an invaluable asset. Don’t forget the Pollip Pouch to ensure those crucial poison ticks keep chipping away at his health.
Just like in the first fight, the Fractured Mask and Magnetite Dice remain excellent choices. By now, you’ve likely also acquired the Reserve Bind tool, which is critical for guaranteeing you always have enough silk for emergency heals or tool recharges during the intense battle. Beyond these, feel free to equip any other yellow tools that offer a combat advantage, as the rest of your setup is flexible.
The now-nihilistic Trobbio is determined to go out with a bang, enhancing his core abilities with explosive properties. His signature spin now leaves a volatile trail that detonates after a brief delay. When he performs a diagonal dash, he’ll quickly shift horizontally back towards his initial descent point once he lands.
You have two primary options for evasion: either dash immediately under him as he starts spinning, moving towards his original starting side, or execute a double jump and float above his anticipated landing spot.
The tornados Trobbio unleashes now leave a fiery trail that explodes upwards from the ground. As soon as you clear the tornados, quickly close the distance to him.
Trobbio’s firework balls are significantly more challenging to evade. They now launch in two directions and expand randomly into either a ‘+’ or ‘X’ pattern. Your best defense is still to bat them away from the stage’s center before they start emitting smoke, maximizing your chances of dodging harm.
Lastly, Trobbio unleashes a new attack where he emits an ignition trail directly from his body, forming either a ‘+’ or ‘X’ shape. If he uses the ‘X’ pattern, it presents a perfect opening for an upswing attack.
The Tormented Trobbio fight is a visual feast of chaos, making it tricky to track every threat. With considerable RNG in his attack patterns, anticipate taking some hits. Until you get accustomed to the fight’s rhythm, opportunities for direct needle strikes will be limited, reinforcing the importance of the Reserve Bind. Despite its difficulty, our recommended loadout can make this a relatively quick battle, so you shouldn’t need extensive healing.
To swiftly navigate this ordeal, keep the arena covered with tacks, ensure continuous Cogfly damage, and deploy Throwing Rings when Trobbio’s abilities restrict your direct access. However, it’s wise to conserve your primary tool payload for phase two, as landing needle hits becomes even more challenging.
And there you have it – your comprehensive guide to defeating Trobbio in Hollow Knight Silksong! Your first victory will award you the powerful Claw Mirror tool, which then upgrades to the even more formidable Claw Mirrors once Tormented Trobbio is finally vanquished.
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