Chrono Trigger
Chrono Trigger

Tech Skill List & Combinations

Master Chrono Trigger's Tech Skills. View the full list of individual and combined Dual/Triple Techs to optimize combat and overcome challenging encounters.

Tech Skill List & Combinations

Unleash devastating attacks by mastering Chrono Trigger's Tech Skills. Each character possesses unique abilities that can be used individually or combined with allies for powerful Dual and Triple Techs. Understanding these skills is key to optimizing combat effectiveness and overcoming challenging encounters.

Tech skills are special abilities that consume Magic Points (MP) to execute. They range from offensive spells and physical attacks to defensive buffs and healing abilities. The true power of Techs lies in their combination. When two or three characters with compatible Techs are in the same party, they can perform combined attacks known as Dual Techs and Triple Techs, respectively. These combined attacks often deal significantly more damage or have unique effects compared to individual Techs.

Here's a glimpse into the variety of Tech Skills:

  • Offensive Techs: Focus on dealing damage to enemies. Examples include Crono's 'Cyclone' and Marle's 'Aura Whirl'.
  • Healing Techs: Restore HP to party members. Marle's 'Aura' and Lucca's 'Heal' are prime examples.
  • Buff/Debuff Techs: Enhance allies' stats or weaken enemies. Frog's 'Wall' and Robo's 'BubbleHeal' fall into this category.
  • Elemental Techs: Utilize the power of various elements, such as fire, ice, and lightning.

The effectiveness of Techs can be further amplified by the Element system, where players equip magical 'Elements' to their characters. Some Techs require specific Elements to be equipped, while others are innate abilities. Experimenting with different party combinations and Tech Skill pairings is essential for discovering the most potent strategies against Chrono Trigger's diverse bestiary.