Trampler

Learn how to take down Tramplers in Horizon Zero Dawn! Discover their weaknesses, attack patterns, and the best strategies to exploit them.

Alright, let's talk about the Trampler. Think of them as really angry, fire-breathing bulls you'll run into in Horizon Zero Dawn. You'll almost always find them in groups, which can seem a bit intimidating at first, but they have a pretty big weak spot that makes them manageable.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Weak Point: Large processing unit on their belly. Hitting this causes them to explode, damaging themselves and anything nearby.
• Weak to: Freeze.
• Weak Spot: Horns.

Attacks:

These guys are all about charging. They have a standard charge that leaves a trail of fire behind them, so watch out for that. They also do this move where they circle around you, trying to ram you with their head. If they're a bit further away, they might slam the ground and send a shockwave your way. Up close, they can charge up and unleash a fiery explosion around themselves.

Strategy:

• The absolute best thing you can do is target that processing unit on their belly. When you hit it hard enough, it'll explode, which is super satisfying and deals a ton of damage. It's also great for taking out other Tramplers nearby!
• Don't forget they're weak to freeze. If you can freeze them, you'll deal extra damage and they might become more vulnerable to other attacks.
• Their horns are also a weak spot, so if you're having trouble hitting their belly, aim for the horns.
• When they charge, try to dodge out of the way. Remember that fire trail they leave – don't run right into it!
• If they start circling, be ready to dodge their head-on attacks.
• For the ground slam shockwave, a well-timed dodge should get you out of its range.
• And for that close-range fire explosion, create some distance when you see them charging it up.

Loot:

• Metal Shards
• Metal Vessel
• Sparker
• Wire
• Machine Core - Medium
• Luminous Braiding
• Trampler Lens
• Trampler Heart