As you near the maximum level in *Rune Slayer*, taking on the Hill Troll becomes a strategic move for both XP and early endgame loot. This formidable foe is a prime target for players looking to enhance their gear and level up quickly. The challenge, however, lies in locating this giant Troll. In this comprehensive guide, we'll reveal **how to find the Hill Troll in *Rune Slayer*** and provide tips on conquering this mini-boss effectively.
Hill Troll Location in Rune Slayer
**The Hill Troll awaits you in a secluded cave on the mountainside of Bahlgar.** Navigating to this location can be tricky, but the most straightforward route starts from the elevator in Lakeshire. Once in Bahlgar, instead of engaging the Beastmen, stay close to the mountain's edge and continue around it. Pass by **two platinum deposits** and keep your eyes peeled for the cave entrance on **one side of the mountain**. You'll need to leap into this opening, ideally using **a mount** to make the jump easier. It might seem daunting at first, but once you've made the journey, returning to the cave will become second nature. Check out our gif below to see the route in action, where we even stumbled upon a group battling the Troll and joined the fray.
Hill Troll – Strategy, Loot, and Quest
Despite its intimidating appearance, the Hill Troll is considered **one of the more manageable mini-bosses** in *Rune Slayer*. You'll likely face it numerous times, allowing you to become accustomed to its attack patterns. However, **do not attempt to fight the Hill Troll alone**. Its attacks, while slow and powerful, are predictable and can be dodged. It's best to team up with at least one other player, as many enjoy farming this Troll. Plus, after defeating it, the Troll respawns in just **90 seconds**.
The Hill Troll wields a giant pillar, and while most of its attacks can be parried or blocked, be wary when it raises the pillar overhead with both hands; this signals a stunning blow that you should avoid by running. If you're playing as a **Warrior Class**, executing a Counter can often stun the Troll, providing a critical opening for attack. While the Troll occasionally drops rare equipment, focus on farming **Troll Hides and Troll Heads**. Troll Hides are essential for **crafting solid endgame gear**, though not the best, it's sufficient to prepare you for tougher challenges like the Mother Spider.
**The Troll Head is key to the repeatable Hodor Quest.** You can hand over a Troll Head to Hodor, located near the cave, every hour for a chance at random, potentially overpowered loot. If you're farming the Hill Troll, engaging in this quest is a no-brainer.
Can You Tame the Hill Troll in Rune Slayer?
**Unfortunately, taming the Hill Troll is not an option in *Rune Slayer***, even for Beast Tamer Archers. Its status as a mini-boss, along with its size and nature, makes it unsuitable as a pet. Besides, the Hill Troll might be too large to even leave its cave. If you're a Beast Tamer Archer, stick to taming the trusty Mud Crab instead.
**That's the full rundown on tackling the Hill Troll in *Rune Slayer*.** Enjoy the challenge of defeating this mini-boss repeatedly, and may your loot be plentiful. For more guidance on navigating the endgame, don't miss our Essential *Rune Slayer* End Game Tips.
