Hollow Knight: Best Builds For Grimm

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

Grimm, a memorable Hollow Knight antagonist, presents two formidable challenges: Troupe Master Grimm and Nightmare King Grimm. These battles demand precise timing, quick reflexes, and strategic charm selection. All builds necessitate the Grimmchild charm (occupying two charm notches).

Troupe Master Grimm: Charm Builds

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

Nail Build:

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

This build maximizes nail damage. Quick Slash enables efficient hit-and-run tactics. Longnail compensates for the lack of Mark of Pride due to Grimmchild's two-notch requirement. Aim for a Coiled or Pure Nail for optimal damage.

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 health for spell-casting opportunities.

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 more aggressive, dealing double damage and possessing enhanced attacks, including a devastating 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 maximize nail damage during opportune moments.

Alternative Build (Defensive Spell/Nail Art Focus):

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

This defensive build emphasizes spells and nail arts. Shaman Stone and Spell Twister enhance spell damage, while Grubsong maintains soul. Sharp Shadow allows for evasive dashes through attacks, and Nailmaster's Glory boosts nail art effectiveness.

These builds offer strategic advantages against Grimm's challenging forms. Remember to adapt your approach based on your playstyle and comfort level.