"Discovering the Hill Troll in Rune Slayer: A Guide"

As you approach the maximum level in *Rune Slayer*, tackling the Hill Troll becomes an enticing challenge. This formidable foe not only offers substantial XP but also serves as a prime spot for farming early endgame loot. The question on every player's mind is: where is this giant Troll lurking? Let's dive into **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 side of the mountain in Bahlgar.** There are multiple routes to reach this location, but the most straightforward is via the elevator in Lakeshire. Head down to Bahlgar as you would to engage Beastmen, but instead of descending where they are, stick close to the mountain wall and continue around it. Pass **two platinum deposits** and scan the **sides of the mountain** for the cave entrance. To access it, you'll need to leap into the opening, ideally **on a mount**. While it may seem tricky at first, revisiting the cave becomes easier with practice. Check out our gif to see how it's done, and you might even catch a glimpse of other players in action.

Hill Troll – Strategy, Loot, and Quest

Despite its menacing appearance, the Hill Troll is considered **one of the more manageable mini-bosses** in *Rune Slayer*. You're likely to face it multiple times, becoming familiar with its attack patterns.

**Avoid tackling the Hill Troll solo.** Its attacks, though slow and powerful, are predictable and can be dodged. Recruit at least one other player to join you, as many enjoy farming the Troll. After defeating it, the Troll respawns in just **90 seconds**.

The Hill Troll wields a giant pillar for its attacks. You can parry or block all its moves except when it raises the pillar above its head with both hands, signaling a stunning attack that you should avoid. With sufficient damage, you can stagger the Troll, and if you're a **Warrior Class** player, a well-timed Counter can stun it effectively.

While the Troll can drop rare equipment, focus on collecting **Troll Hides and Troll Heads**. Troll Hides are essential for **crafting solid endgame gear**, though not the best, it will prepare you for tougher challenges like the Mother Spider.

**The Troll Head is a key item for the repeatable Hodor Quest.** You can hand it over 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?

**Unfortunately, taming the Hill Troll is not possible** in *Rune Slayer*, even for Beast Tamer Archers. As a mini-boss, it's too large and cumbersome to serve as a pet. Moreover, it's doubtful the Troll could navigate out of its cave. If you're a Beast Tamer Archer, stick to taming the reliable Mud Crab.

**That wraps up our guide on the Hill Troll in *Rune Slayer*.** Enjoy the repeated battles and the loot you acquire. For more guidance in the endgame, explore our Essential *Rune Slayer* End Game Tips.