Conquering Grimm: Optimal Charm Builds for Hollow Knight's Toughest Fights
Grimm, a captivating character 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 require Grimmchild (occupying two charm notches).
Troupe Master Grimm: Charm Build Strategies
This fight, while challenging, allows for familiarization with Grimm's attacks. Focus on precise openings rather than brute force.
Nail Build:
- Unbreakable/Fragile Strength
- Quick Slash
- Longnail
- Grimmchild (Mandatory)
This build maximizes Nail damage. Quick Slash enables frequent attacks between Grimm's moves. Unbreakable/Fragile Strength is essential for damage increase. Longnail compensates for the lack of Mark of Pride due to Grimmchild.
Spell Build:
- Shaman Stone
- Grubsong
- Spell Twister
- Unbreakable/Fragile Heart
- Grimmchild (Mandatory)
Ideal for spell-focused players. Shaman Stone significantly boosts spell damage, while Spell Twister maximizes spell casts. Grubsong maintains Soul reserves, and Unbreakable/Fragile Heart provides extra mask health for spellcasting.
Defeating Troupe Master Grimm unlocks the final charm notch, crucial for Nightmare King Grimm.
Nightmare King Grimm: Strategies for a More Difficult Encounter
Nightmare King Grimm is drastically harder, dealing double damage and possessing enhanced speed and a new flame pillar attack.
Optimal Build (Hybrid Nail/Spell):
- Unbreakable/Fragile Strength
- Shaman Stone
- Mark of Pride
- Grimmchild (Mandatory)
A hybrid approach proves most effective. Shaman Stone amplifies spell damage (especially Abyss Shriek and Descending Dark), while Unbreakable/Fragile Strength and Mark of Pride enhance Nail damage for opportune strikes.
Alternate Build (Defensive Spell/Nail Art Focus):
- Grubsong
- Sharp Shadow
- Shaman Stone
- Spell Twister
- Nailmaster's Glory
- Grimmchild (Mandatory)
This defensive build utilizes spells and Nail Arts. Shaman Stone and Spell Twister boost spell damage, Grubsong replenishes Soul, Sharp Shadow allows for evasive dashes, and Nailmaster's Glory strengthens Nail Arts.
These builds offer a strong foundation for tackling these challenging encounters. Remember to adapt your strategy based on your playstyle and experience.
