As you near the maximum level in *Rune Slayer*, tackling the Hill Troll becomes an enticing challenge. Not only does it offer substantial XP, but it's also a prime spot for farming early endgame loot. The big question is, where is this giant Troll lurking? In this guide, we'll reveal **how to find the Hill Troll in *Rune Slayer***.

Hill Troll Location in Rune Slayer

**The Hill Troll is concealed in a cave on the side of the mountain in Bahlgar.** Reaching it is straightforward if you start from the elevator in Lakeshire. Head down to Bahlgar as you would to battle Beastmen. Instead of engaging them, stick close to the mountain's wall and continue around it. Pass **two platinum deposits** and scan the mountain's side for the Troll cave entrance. To access it, you'll need to jump into the opening, ideally **on a mount**. It may seem tricky at first, but once mastered, revisiting the cave will be a breeze. Check out our gif to see how it's done; you might even catch other players in the midst of a battle with the Troll and join in.

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Hill Troll – Strategy, Loot, and Quest

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

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**Avoid solo encounters with the Hill Troll.** While its attacks are predictable and easy to dodge, teaming up with at least one other player is advisable. You'll find plenty of players keen on farming the Troll, making group formation easy. Plus, after defeating it, **the Troll respawns in just 90 seconds**.

The Hill Troll wields a giant pillar, delivering **slow but powerful attacks**. You can parry and block most of them, but when it raises the pillar with both hands overhead, that's your cue to run to avoid the stunning blow. With enough damage, you can stagger the Troll, and if you're a **Warrior Class** player, a well-timed Counter can stun it effectively.

While the Hill Troll occasionally drops extremely rare equipment, focus on farming **Troll Hides and Troll Heads**. Troll Hides are crucial for **crafting solid endgame gear**, which, though not the best, will prepare you for tougher challenges like the Mother Spider.

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**The Troll Head is a quest item for the repeatable Hodor Quest.** You can hand it over to Hodor, located near the cave, every hour for a chance at random loot, potentially including powerful gear. If you're grinding the Hill Troll, don't miss out on this quest.

Can You Tame the Hill Troll in Rune Slayer?

**No, you cannot tame the Hill Troll** in *Rune Slayer*, not even if you're a Beast Tamer Archer. As a mini-boss, it's too large and cumbersome to serve as a pet. We also doubt it could even leave its cave. If you're a Beast Tamer Archer, stick with the trusty Mud Crab.

**That's all you need to know about battling the Hill Troll. Enjoy the fight and the loot it offers. For more endgame guidance, check out our Essential *Rune Slayer* End Game Tips.**