TheTrinity Ghoulis easily one of the best Bows inDestiny 2. This is entirely because of theTrinity GhoulCatalyst and its amazing perk. Without it, this bow would be the run-of-the-mill weapon for quite some time.
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But with theTrinity GhoulCatalyst it’s a powerhouse capable of clearing waves of enemies with a little prep and often a single shot. The only thing it may struggle with are Arc resistant enemies, but even they’ll go down with enough arrows.
Updated on July 31, 2025 by Ben Baker:Some players may be hesitant to go through the effort of obtaining theTrinity GhoulCatalyst. Let alone take the time to fully upgrade it. Even on the most efficient farming runs it’s going to take some time and patience. To know just how useful theTrinity GhoulCatalystis it seemed necessary to mention the stats of theTrinity GhoulCatalystwith its new perks. There’s also some advice on what theTrinity Ghoulwith the Catalyst would be used for and how to use it effectively. For many players, this is a solid tool to have in one’s arsenal and hopefully, this information will make it clear why it’s worth getting one.
What TheTrinity GhoulCatalyst Does
TheTrinity GhoulCatalyst comes with a startling effective perk called Forked Lightning. Forked Lightning has a single, but important benefit it provides the Bow.
This makes it so that instead of triggeringLightning Rodfrom a Precision kill any enemy killed with Arc will trigger it. This can be from Arc grenades, theTrinity Ghoul, or any weapon that uses Arc damage. The idea is to kill an enemy with Arc damage and then blast a wave of enemies apart with chain-lightning from the next shot usingTrinity Ghoul.
Weapon Stats With TheTrinity GhoulCatalyst
How To Find TheTrinity GhoulCatalyst
TheTrinity Ghoulhas a chance of being rewarded to the player for completing any of the following activities:
It’s important to note that theTrinity GhoulCatalyst will only have a chance of appearing if the player is victorious. Killing several Guardians in Crucible will not cause the Catalyst to drop, winning Crucible is what matters.
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Neither of the activities offers a higher chance of rewarding theTrinity GhoulCatalyst. Because of this players are free to choose whichever activity they prefer grinding. Speed and difficulty also seem to have zero impact on drop rates, it is all about successfully completing the activity.
Upgrading TheTrinity GhoulCatalyst
TheTrinity GhoulCatalyst can be upgraded bykilling 400 enemies using theTrinity Ghoul. Either standard shots or theLightning Rodchain lighting will count towards the 400 enemies. As a result, chain-lightning damage may be easier.
Some of these kills can also be obtained retroactively. The player can amass a number of kills by using theTrinity Ghoulprior to getting theTrinity GhoulCatalyst. Some players report that it won’t always count every kill, but some should count towards the 400 needed.
Tips For Getting TheTrinity GhoulCatalyst
Crucible matches are probably the fastest way to grind for theTrinity GhoulCatalyst. The are three activities in particular that seem to be the fastest, taking only a few minutes to complete with the right team.
Alternatively pursuing short Strikes like perhaps the Lake of Shadows could also be done quickly if the player needs a solo-friendly option.
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The Shattered Throne dungeon is always a solid option for lots of kills to upgrade, especially with the number of adds that could fall to chain-lightening strikes. Players could also use Gambit matches or Strikes with lots of enemies. This can also be a way to find other Catalysts like theSunshotCatalystwhich is a reward for completing Strikes.
Advice On Using TheTrinity GhoulCatalyst
TheTrinity Ghoulwith the built-in Catalyst has a lot going for it right now. Many players consider it to be one of the best exotic bows in Destiny 2 and for good reason. It also received a bump in potential from the Season of Arrivals that gave all bows a 10% boost in damage in PVE.
TheTrinity Ghoulwith the Catalyst shines in PVE for destroying ads throughChain Lightning. This makes it a phenomenal weapon for farming. The player will want to stock up on Arc Grenades to trigger the lightning effect.
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