As you ascend the Citadel in Hollow Knight: Silksong, you’ll ultimately face the formidable Cogwork Dancers. Completing this encounter opens up a wealth of new objectives on your map, guiding you toward your next challenges. Among these, the initial icon you can access is located at the bottom left corner, but be aware that it’s going to demand a fierce fight to reach.
Your journey takes you through the vaults, leading you down to The Stage, where a rather flamboyant adversary awaits—Trobbio, the wall that restricts your progress through much of the Underworks. With an array of rapid and flashy attacks, he’s a force to be reckoned with. To streamline your efforts, it’s advisable to backtrack and unlock a shortcut when you first discover The Stage.
The most convenient bench nearby is the Bellway bench located directly beneath The Stage, ensuring minimal travel time. In this guide, I will detail my recommended loadout and strategies for overcoming Trobbio, including a breakdown of his attack patterns.
Recommended Loadout
For this encounter, I typically favor the Upgraded Hunter Crest, complemented by my essential Sting Shards. As for a secondary weapon, I suggest utilizing either boomerangs or the drill. On my most recent attempt, I opted for the drill to enhance damage output, but those seeking longer-range attacks might find the boomerangs more effective.
The Warding Bell is crucial here; healing amidst the chaos can be particularly tough. I’d rather forfeit that healing opportunity than risk a loss. The Weavelight further supports this strategy by providing a quick path to healing without engaging in direct combat.
I recommend entering this battle equipped with at least two nail upgrades to expedite the fight. While a third upgrade can be attained through a lengthy side quest, those who found the Pale Rose task in the original Hollow Knight challenging might prefer to stick with two upgrades. Investing in your tools enhances your combat effectiveness; acquiring two additional bars of Silk can ease the struggle during this fight, making a slot available for Weavelight. If you’re unsure about your abilities, consider collecting more mask shards and items before returning.
Defeating Trobbio
Phase 1: Initial Encounter
Before initiating the fight, exercise caution concerning Trobbio and maintain awareness of your positioning. His introductory spin attack can inflict damage even before the combat officially begins, so position yourself strategically—close enough for a hit, but far enough to avoid harm.
Trobbio is likely to commence with his tornado spin attack, which he can execute either in the air or on the ground. He’ll spin until he strikes a wall, rebound off, and discharge two smaller tornadoes as he settles down. If you’re equipped with the drill, it’s your moment to shine.
When he begins winding down, dash above him to unleash the drill, maximizing damage while maintaining safety. Should you not have the drill, wait for the tornadoes to pass, then seize the opportunity to strike.
Trobbio’s frequent aerial maneuvers may offer you chances to deal damage or heal, as he remains vulnerable for a few moments. However, pay close attention to his attacks, especially when he starts tossing explosive bouncy balls around the arena—avoid these at all costs as they cause substantial damage upon detonation, potentially costing you two masks immediately.
After a series of attacks, he’ll likely dive below the floorboards. This presents an opportune moment to watch his trajectory and strike when he resurfaces, but proceed with caution. If he reemerges flying, you can exploit the window for attacking but risk taking damage by doing so. Alternately, a safer approach is to remain mobile and slash at him as he jumps back into the fray.
If Trobbio takes longer to reappear, back off. He’ll throw bombs from below, and maintaining a safe distance can help you avoid damage while also allowing time to heal. Additional fireworks might erupt from the ground, easily dodged by staying clear of the red smoke. Remember, Trobbio will always emerge from the latest firework, providing another chance to attack.
Be on alert: whenever you see him raise his hands accompanied by a grunt, assume an explosion is imminent. Evacuate to a less sparkly area quickly, or, if necessary, use this as your cue to heal in a pinch.
Subsequent Phases
The fight transitions to new phases when the arena flashes red, though the fundamental mechanics remain consistent. The frequency of his attacks will increase, and you may witness combinations of moves, necessitating a more cautious gameplay style.
To adapt, consider deploying your Sting Shards where Trobbio is about to surface, take advantage of air strikes, and maintain some distance to heal when feasible. Avoiding combined attacks involving sparkles and bombs is crucial; strive to stay above three masks.
Whenever Trobbio is staggered, go all out. This is his most vulnerable moment, presenting an excellent opportunity for major damage, whether through your drill or Sting Shard, ultimately allowing you to replenish your silk bar significantly.
With persistence and adept maneuvering through his onslaughts, Trobbio will succumb, attempting to crawl to a statue but failing. In victory, you will unlock access to further areas of the Underworks and receive a mirror artifact inspired by the Stun Spore from the original Hollow Knight.
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