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 more deliberate attacks.

Nail Build:

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

This build maximizes nail damage. Quick Slash enhances attack speed, while Longnail provides extended reach (a viable alternative to Mark of Pride given Grimmchild's slot consumption). Unbreakable/Fragile Strength is crucial for damage amplification.

Spell Build:

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

This build focuses on spell damage. Shaman Stone significantly boosts spell power, complemented by Spell Twister for rapid spell casting. Grubsong maintains soul reserves, and Unbreakable/Fragile Heart provides extra health for spell-focused combat.

Defeating Troupe Master Grimm unlocks the final charm notch, essential for Nightmare King Grimm strategies.

Nightmare King Grimm: Charm Builds

Nightmare King Grimm is significantly more aggressive and deals double damage.

Optimal Build (Hybrid Nail/Spell):

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

A pure nail build is ineffective here. This hybrid approach utilizes Shaman Stone for spell damage (especially Abyss Shriek and Descending Dark), while Unbreakable/Fragile Strength and Mark of Pride bolster nail attacks for opportune damage windows.

Alternate 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 maximize spell damage, while Grubsong ensures sufficient soul. Sharp Shadow allows for evasive maneuvers, and Nailmaster's Glory enhances nail art damage for consistent chipping.

These builds offer strategic approaches to overcome Grimm's challenging variations. Remember to adapt your gameplay based on your strengths and preferences.