- "Launch a spike that splits into multiple projectiles to impact a large area."
- ―Description
Splitting Spike is an unlockable Weapon Technique for the Spike Thrower under the Machine Master skill tree in Horizon Forbidden West. It consumes 65 Stamina and the currently equipped spike per use.
Use[]
After being thrown at a high trajectory, Splitting Spike splits into 6 mini projectiles that rain down on an enemy. These mini projectiles will share the same characteristics as the spike type used, e.g., using an Explosive Spike will have the mini projectiles explode after a short delay. This can be used against clusters of enemies, or on larger ones.
The main drawback is the time taken when the spike is thrown and the mini projectiles fall, meaning it is best used against unaware or incapacitated enemies.
Depending on the ammunition used, the base damage, knockdown power, and elemental buildup values will be different, as listed in the table below:
| Ammo | Damage per mini projectile | Knockdown Power |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Spike | 40 
|
40 |
| Drill Spike | 3.33 per second
5 |
15 per second |
| Explosive Spike | 50 
|
50 |
| Advanced Explosive Spike | 80
|
80 |
| Fire Spike, Plasma Spike | 50  /
15 buildup |
- |
per second