Hollow Knight: Best Builds For Grimm

Conquering Grimm: Optimal Charm Builds for Hollow Knight's Toughest Fights

Grimm, a captivating figure 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 Builds

This fight, while challenging, allows for familiarization with Grimm's moveset. Strategic openings are key.

Nail Build:

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

This build maximizes Nail damage. Quick Slash allows for efficient hits between Grimm's attacks. Unbreakable/Fragile Strength is essential for damage increase. Longnail provides extra range, a viable alternative to Mark of Pride given Grimmchild's slot usage.

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 casting. Grubsong maintains Soul reserves, and Unbreakable/Fragile Heart provides extra health for spellcasting.

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

Nightmare King Grimm: Charm Builds

Nightmare King Grimm is significantly harder; he inflicts double damage and moves much faster. His new flame pillar attack presents both a threat and an opportunity for burst damage.

Optimal Build (Hybrid Nail/Spell):

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

This hybrid approach leverages both Nail attacks and powerful spells like Abyss Shriek and Descending Dark. Shaman Stone is crucial for spell damage, while Unbreakable/Fragile Strength and Mark of Pride enhance Nail damage in opportune moments.

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 damage, Grubsong replenishes Soul, Sharp Shadow enables dodging attacks, and Nailmaster's Glory enhances Nail Arts for consistent damage.

These builds offer strategic approaches to defeat both versions of Grimm. Remember to adapt your gameplay based on your strengths and the fight's demands.