As you approach the maximum level in *Rune Slayer*, you'll likely set your sights on the Hill Troll. This formidable foe not only offers a substantial amount of XP but also serves as a prime spot for grinding early endgame loot. The challenge, however, lies in locating this elusive giant. In this guide, we'll provide you with detailed instructions on **how to find the Hill Troll in *Rune Slayer***.
Hill Troll Location in Rune Slayer
The **Hill Troll** is concealed within a cave on the mountainside in Bahlgar. Reaching this location can be approached in several ways, but the most straightforward route starts from the elevator in Lakeshire. Descend to Bahlgar as you would for battling Beastmen, but instead of engaging them, follow the mountain's perimeter. Continue past the two platinum deposits and scan the mountain's sides for the cave entrance. To enter, you'll need to jump into the opening, ideally using **a mount**. It might seem tricky at first, but once you've navigated it once, revisiting the cave will become second nature. Check out our gif to see how it's done—we even stumbled upon a group tackling the Troll and joined the fray.
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Hill Troll – Strategy, Loot, and Quest
Despite its menacing appearance, the Hill Troll is **one of the more manageable mini-bosses** in *Rune Slayer*. You'll likely face it multiple times, allowing you to master its attack patterns. **Avoid soloing the Hill Troll**; even though its moves are predictable and can be dodged, teaming up with at least one other player is advisable. The Troll is popular among farmers, so finding a group shouldn't be an issue. Plus, after defeating it, the Troll respawns in just **90 seconds**.
The Hill Troll wields a giant pillar, delivering **slow but powerful attacks**. You can parry and block most of these, but when it raises the pillar overhead with both hands, it's time to run, as this move stuns. With enough damage, you can stagger the Troll, and if you're playing as a **Warrior Class**, a well-timed Counter can almost always stun it.
While the Troll can occasionally drop rare equipment, your primary focus should be on farming **Troll Hides and Troll Heads**. Troll Hides are crucial for **crafting solid endgame gear**, which, while not the best available, is sufficient to prepare you for tougher challenges like the Mother Spider.
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The **Troll Head** is a key item for the repeatable **Hodor Quest**. You can deliver a Troll Head to Hodor, located near the cave, every hour for a chance at some random, potentially overpowered loot. If you're already grinding the Hill Troll, taking on this quest is a no-brainer.
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Can You Tame the Hill Troll in Rune Slayer?
Unfortunately, **you cannot tame the Hill Troll** in *Rune Slayer*, even if you're a Beast Tamer Archer. As a mini-boss, the Troll is too large and unwieldy to serve as a pet. It's doubtful it could even leave its cave. Stick to taming more manageable creatures like the trusty Mud Crab if you're a Beast Tamer.
That wraps up our guide on tackling the Hill Troll. Enjoy the repeated battles and the loot that comes with them. For more tips to navigate the endgame, be sure to check out our **Essential *Rune Slayer* End Game Tips**.
