"Locate Hill Troll in Rune Slayer: Guide"

As you approach the maximum level in *Rune Slayer*, tackling the Hill Troll becomes a prime strategy for gaining XP and securing early endgame loot. This guide will direct you to **where to find the Hill Troll in *Rune Slayer***, along with tips on strategy, loot, and quests related to this formidable foe.

Hill Troll Location in Rune Slayer

The Hill Troll is cleverly tucked away in a cave on the side of the mountain in Bahlgar. The most straightforward path to reach this location starts from the elevator in Lakeshire. Once in Bahlgar, instead of engaging with the Beastmen, stick close to the mountain's wall and proceed around it. Keep an eye out for **two platinum deposits** and continue past them. You'll soon spot the entrance to the Troll's cave on **one of the mountain's sides**. To enter, you'll need to jump into the cave opening, ideally on **a mount**. Although the route might seem tricky at first, revisiting the cave will become second nature after your initial visit. Here's a gif to guide you:

Hill Troll – Strategy, Loot, and Quest

Despite its menacing appearance, the Hill Troll is considered **one of the easier mini-bosses** in *Rune Slayer*. You'll likely find yourself battling it multiple times, making its attack patterns familiar. Here's how to approach the fight:

**Do not attempt to fight the Hill Troll solo**. Its attacks, while slow and powerful, are predictable and dodgeable. Team up with at least one other player; many enjoy farming the Troll due to its quick 90-second respawn time after defeat.

The Hill Troll wields a giant pillar, and its attacks can be parried or blocked—except when it raises the pillar overhead for a stunning blow, which you should avoid by running. If playing as a Warrior, using the Counter can often stun the Troll, provided it's executed properly.

While the Hill Troll may occasionally drop rare equipment, focus on farming **Troll Hides and Troll Heads**. Troll Hides are crucial for crafting decent endgame gear, preparing you for tougher challenges like the Mother Spider.

**The Troll Head is a quest item for the repeatable Hodor Quest**. You can deliver a Troll Head to Hodor, located near the cave, every hour for a chance at random, potentially overpowered loot.

Can You Tame the Hill Troll in Rune Slayer?

**No, you cannot tame the Hill Troll** in *Rune Slayer*, even if you're a Beast Tamer Archer. As a mini-boss, it's too large and unwieldy to serve as a pet. Stick to more manageable companions like the Mud Crab.

With this guide, you're ready to conquer the Hill Troll repeatedly and enjoy the rewards. For more endgame guidance, check out our **Essential *Rune Slayer* End Game Tips**.