"Grimm in Hollow Knight: Top Builds Revealed"

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• Best Charm Builds For Troupe Master Grimm

• Best Charm Builds For Nightmare King Grimm

Grimm, an iconic and beloved character in Hollow Knight, captivates players with his enigmatic presence and distinctive style. As the leader of the Grimm Troupe, he introduces a compelling side quest that adds depth to the Knight's journey to save Hallownest. Players will encounter Grimm at least once during this adventure, with the opportunity to face a more challenging version, the Nightmare King Grimm, to complete the Grimm Troupe DLC. Both encounters with Troupe Master Grimm and Nightmare King Grimm are among the most demanding battles in the game, requiring precise timing, swift reflexes, and strategic charm selection to triumph in these intense showdowns.

All charm builds for these boss fights in the base game necessitate equipping the Grimmchild charm, which occupies two charm notches.

Best Charm Builds For Troupe Master Grimm

Facing Troupe Master Grimm allows players to get accustomed to his attack patterns in a fast-paced battle that feels more like a dance than a brawl. Success here hinges on choosing the right moments to strike rather than relying on brute force. Below are effective charm builds to help players conquer this challenging encounter, which also unlocks the final Charm Notch needed for tackling Nightmare King Grimm.

Nail Build

• Unbreakable/Fragile Strength
• Quick Slash
• Longnail
• Grimmchild (Mandatory)

This build focuses on maximizing Nail damage during brief windows of opportunity. With Quick Slash, players can land multiple hits, making this build viable given the slower pace compared to Nightmare King Grimm. Unbreakable or Fragile Strength is essential for boosting Nail damage, and players should aim to have at least the Coiled Nail or Pure Nail. While Longnail offers less range than Mark of Pride, it's a practical choice given the two notches occupied by Grimmchild, aiding in hitting Grimm at the tail end of his attacks.

Spell Build

• Shaman Stone
• Grubsong
• Spell Twister
• Unbreakable/Fragile Heart
• Grimmchild (Mandatory)

Ideal for players favoring spells over Nail combat, this build leverages the power of Descending Dark, Abyss Shriek, and Shade Soul. Shaman Stone significantly enhances spell damage, while Spell Twister allows for frequent spell use. Grubsong ensures a steady Soul supply, and Unbreakable/Fragile Heart provides extra masks to focus Soul on spells, making this a robust strategy against Troupe Master Grimm.

Best Charm Builds For Nightmare King Grimm

Nightmare King Grimm escalates the challenge, dealing double damage and moving at a breakneck pace. His new attacks, including flame pillars and enhanced versions of his regular moves, demand even more from players. Utilizing the brief moments during his flame pillar attack for powerful spells like Abyss Shriek can turn the tide of battle. Here are the top charm builds for overcoming this formidable opponent.

Best Build

• Unbreakable/Fragile Strength
• Shaman Stone
• Mark of Pride
• Grimmchild (Mandatory)

A hybrid approach combining Nail and Spell attacks is crucial against Nightmare King Grimm. Shaman Stone is indispensable for bolstering spell damage, while Unbreakable/Fragile Strength and Mark of Pride enhance Nail attacks during safer windows, offering a balanced strategy to handle this intense battle.

Alternate Build

• Grubsong
• Sharp Shadow
• Shaman Stone
• Spell Twister
• Nailmaster's Glory
• Grimmchild (Mandatory)

This more defensive build focuses on spell usage and the often-overlooked Nail Arts. Shaman Stone and Spell Twister amplify spell damage, and Grubsong ensures a consistent Soul supply. Sharp Shadow allows for safe dashes through attacks, and Nailmaster's Glory makes Nail Arts a potent threat, offering a versatile approach to chipping away at Nightmare King Grimm's health.