Discover the Hill Troll Location in Rune Slayer

As you approach max level in *Rune Slayer*, the Hill Troll becomes a popular target for both XP and early endgame loot. It’s a reliable grind spot, but the big question is: where exactly do you find it? In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about **locating the Hill Troll in *Rune Slayer***.

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Table of Contents

• Hill Troll Location in Rune Slayer
• Hill Troll – Strategy, Loot, and Quest
• Can You Tame the Hill Troll in Rune Slayer?

Hill Troll Location in Rune Slayer

The Hill Troll resides in **a hidden cave on the mountainside in Bahlgar**. While there are multiple ways to reach it, the most straightforward route starts at the elevator in Lakeshire. Descend into Bahlgar as you normally would when hunting Beastmen. However, instead of jumping down to the Beastman area, follow the mountain wall and continue around its edge. Pass the two platinum deposits and scan the side of the cliff—you should spot the cave entrance. To access it, leap into the opening, ideally while mounted. Though it may seem tricky at first, after one successful attempt, the route becomes second nature. Check out the gif below to see how it's done (and what happens when you stumble upon an ongoing battle).

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*. Due to its frequent respawn time—just 90 seconds—it’s a common farming destination, and you’ll quickly grow familiar with its moveset.

Here’s what to expect during the fight:

• Avoid soloing the Troll — Bring at least one other player. Many others will likely be farming here, so grouping up shouldn’t be an issue.
• The Troll wields a massive pillar. Its attacks are slow but powerful. Most can be parried or blocked, except when it raises the weapon overhead, which results in a stun attack—be sure to dodge away quickly.
• You can stagger the Troll by dealing sufficient damage. If you’re playing as a Warrior, using the Counter ability often stuns the Troll if timed correctly.

While rare gear drops are possible, they’re not guaranteed. Instead, focus on farming **Troll Hides and Troll Heads**. Troll Hides are essential for crafting solid mid-to-late game gear, perfect for preparing yourself for tougher bosses like the Mother Spider.

Additionally, the **Troll Head is a quest item** for the repeatable **Hodor Quest**. Simply bring it to Hodor—who stands near the cave entrance—every hour for a chance at high-tier loot. It’s definitely worth your time if you're already farming the Troll.

Can You Tame the Hill Troll in Rune Slayer?

Unfortunately, **you cannot tame the Hill Troll**, even if you're a Beast Tamer Archer. Despite not being a raid boss, it functions as a mini-boss, and its sheer size makes taming impractical. Plus, it likely wouldn't fit through the cave exit anyway. Stick with smaller, more manageable pets like the Mud Crab.

That covers everything you need to know about the Hill Troll in *Rune Slayer*. Happy hunting—and may your loot rolls be legendary! For more endgame help, check out our Essential *Rune Slayer* End Game Tips.