General Traunt

Learn how to take down General Traunt in Borderlands 3. This guide covers his weaknesses, phases, and the best strategies to defeat him.

General Traunt is a recurring boss in the Borderlands series, and his Borderlands 3 appearance on Nekrotafeyo is no different. He's a tough, heavily armored foe who relies on powerful energy attacks and a formidable shield. But don't worry, with the right approach, you'll send him packing!

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Element: Shock is highly effective against his shield. Fire is good against his health.
• Weak Points: His helmet and his chest plate are his primary weak spots. Aiming here will deal critical damage.
• Shield: Very strong. Shock damage will melt it quickly.
• Health: Moderate. Fire damage is best for burning through it.

Phases:

1. Phase 1: Shield Up: General Traunt will be protected by a massive shield. He'll use his standard assault rifle attacks and occasionally charge at you. Focus on breaking his shield with Shock damage. Keep moving to avoid his shots.
2. Phase 2: Health Exposed: Once his shield is down, his health bar will be exposed. He'll become more aggressive, using a powerful energy beam attack and ground slams. Switch to Fire damage to quickly deplete his health. Stay at a medium distance to dodge his attacks effectively.
3. Phase 3: Desperation: At low health, Traunt will become enraged. He'll unleash more frequent and powerful attacks, including a devastating nova-like explosion. Keep your distance and focus fire on his weak points. Use any cover available to you.

Strategy:

• Gear Up: Before the fight, ensure you have a good Shock weapon (like a Shock SMG or pistol) and a strong Fire weapon (like a Fire assault rifle or shotgun). Weapons with high fire rates are generally good for breaking shields quickly.
• Mobility is Key: Traunt's attacks are telegraphed but hit hard. Always be strafing, jumping, or sliding to avoid his projectiles and melee charges. Don't stand still!
• Use Cover: The arena has plenty of cover. Duck behind it when he uses his heavy attacks, especially the energy beam and the final nova explosion.
• Target Weak Points: Always aim for his helmet or chest when his shield is down. Critical hits will significantly speed up the fight.
• Watch for the Beam: His sweeping energy beam attack is incredibly dangerous. Slide or sprint away from it. If you're caught, try to get behind cover immediately.
• Don't Get Greedy: In the final phase, it's tempting to rush him down, but his nova explosion can easily one-shot you. Prioritize survival and chip away at his health safely.