His success earns him the fearsome moniker "the Terrible" and puts him directly in the crosshairs of our heroes. A Kindred Spirit
The episode begins with —determined to impress the warlord Makino before the impending invasion—testing UltraLinks to find a champion capable of taking down N-Tek and the "traitor" Steel. While most of the rowdy recruits underwhelm him, a timid but remarkably clever UltraLink named Torbolt unexpectedly outclasses them all. Max Steel S2 E20
Torbolt’s eventual defection proves that even those created for destruction can choose to be noble. His success earns him the fearsome moniker "the
In the high-stakes world of Copper Canyon, Max and Steel are no strangers to battling malevolent Ultralinks. However, Episode 20 of Season 2, offers a refreshing twist by focusing on a different kind of conflict: the battle for one's own identity. The Rise of Torbolt The Rise of Torbolt For a deeper look
For a deeper look at the world building and character dynamics leading up to this episode, check out this comprehensive series overview: The ENTIRE Story of Max Steel (2013) in 90 Minutes YouTube• Nov 5, 2025
Seeing Steel mentor another of his kind adds depth to his character beyond just being Max's power source.