As you approach the maximum level in *Rune Slayer*, tackling the Hill Troll becomes a strategic move for both XP and early endgame loot. But finding this giant adversary can be a challenge. In this guide, we'll walk you through **how to locate the Hill Troll in *Rune Slayer*** and provide insights on strategy, loot, and more.
Hill Troll Location in Rune Slayer
The Hill Troll is nestled in a cave on the side of the mountain in Bahlgar. Reaching this location is straightforward if you start from the elevator in Lakeshire. Head down to Bahlgar as if you're preparing to battle Beastmen. Instead of engaging them, keep close to the mountain's wall and continue around it. Pass **two platinum deposits** and look carefully at **one of the mountain's sides** to spot the entrance to the Troll's cave. To enter, you'll need to jump into the opening, and doing so on **a mount** can make the process smoother. Once you've navigated this route once, returning to the cave will become second nature. Check out our gif below to see the path in action—we even caught a glimpse of players in the midst of a battle with the Troll and joined in to help.
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're likely to face it multiple times, so getting accustomed to its attack patterns is key.
It's advisable **not to engage the Hill Troll solo**. Its attacks, though slow and powerful, are predictable and can be dodged or parried. However, when it raises its pillar overhead with both hands, be ready to run as this move can stun you. If you're playing as a **Warrior Class**, a well-timed Counter can often stun the Troll. The Hill Troll respawns quickly, in just 90 seconds, making it an ideal farming spot.
While the Troll occasionally drops rare equipment, the real goal should be to farm **Troll Hides and Troll Heads**. Troll Hides are crucial for crafting decent endgame gear, which is essential for tackling tougher bosses like the Mother Spider. The **Troll Head** is a quest item for 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.
Can You Tame the Hill Troll in Rune Slayer?
**No, you cannot tame the Hill Troll** in *Rune Slayer*, regardless of your class, including the Beast Tamer Archer. As a mini-boss, it's too large and unwieldy to serve as a pet. Even if taming were possible, it's doubtful the Troll could navigate out of its cave. If you're a Beast Tamer, stick with more manageable companions like the Mud Crab.
That wraps up our guide on the Hill Troll in *Rune Slayer*. Happy hunting, and may your repeated battles yield fantastic loot. For more strategies to conquer the endgame, don't forget to check out our **Essential *Rune Slayer* End Game Tips**.
