Grimm's Prowess in Hollow Knight

Conquering Grimm: Optimal Charm Builds for Hollow Knight's Troupe Master and Nightmare King

Grimm, a captivating antagonist in Hollow Knight, presents two formidable challenges: Troupe Master Grimm and Nightmare King Grimm. These battles demand precision, reflexes, and strategic charm selection. All builds necessitate Grimmchild (occupying two charm notches).

Troupe Master Grimm: Charm Build Strategies

Troupe Master Grimm serves as an introduction to Grimm's moveset. This faster-paced fight prioritizes calculated attacks.

Nail Build:

• Unbreakable/Fragile Strength (mandatory for increased Nail damage)
• Quick Slash (for rapid attacks)
• Longnail (increases Nail range, a viable alternative to Mark of Pride given Grimmchild)
• Grimmchild (Mandatory)

This build maximizes Nail damage between Grimm's attacks. Quick Slash enables efficient hit-and-run tactics. A Coiled or Pure Nail is recommended for consistent damage.

Spell Build:

• Shaman Stone (mandatory for amplified spell damage)
• Grubsong (maintains Soul supply)
• Spell Twister (faster spell casting)
• Unbreakable/Fragile Heart (increased health for spell-focused gameplay)
• Grimmchild (Mandatory)

This build leverages powerful spells like Descending Dark and Abyss Shriek. Shaman Stone and Spell Twister synergize for significant damage output. Grubsong mitigates the risk of running out of Soul.

Defeating Troupe Master Grimm unlocks the final charm notch, crucial for Nightmare King Grimm builds.

Nightmare King Grimm: Advanced Charm Strategies

Nightmare King Grimm presents a drastically increased challenge with doubled damage and enhanced speed. His new flame pillar attack offers strategic openings.

Optimal Hybrid Build:

• Unbreakable/Fragile Strength (maximizes Nail damage)
• Shaman Stone (boosts spell damage)
• Mark of Pride (extends Nail range for crucial hits)
• Grimmchild (Mandatory)

This hybrid approach combines Nail attacks and powerful spells (Abyss Shriek and Descending Dark) for maximum damage. Shaman Stone and Strength charms are essential for consistent damage output.

Defensive Spell/Nail Art Build:

• Grubsong (sustains Soul)
• Sharp Shadow (allows for safe dashes through attacks)
• Shaman Stone (amplifies spell damage)
• Spell Twister (faster spell casting)
• Nailmaster's Glory (boosts Nail Art damage)
• Grimmchild (Mandatory)

This defensive strategy emphasizes spell usage and Nail Arts, utilizing Sharp Shadow for evasive maneuvers. Grubsong ensures sufficient Soul for consistent spellcasting. Nailmaster's Glory makes Nail Arts a viable damage source. This build requires Shade Cloak for optimal Sharp Shadow usage.