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*March 13th, 2023: Updated for the Xbox Launch to include more relevant information as well as links to related guides.
It doesn't take too long to encounter a Troll in Valheim's enemy Trolls.
Trolls have a lot of HP. They can use tree logs or thrown stones as weapons, which can eat away at players' health very quickly. Valheim event alerts like "The forest is moving" and "You are being hunted" mean a bunch of foes are about to storm the player's base, and one of these means Trolls are on the way. When these events occur, a red circle encomes the base being attacked, and the music changes.
According to the be prepared with the best weapons for these Troll attacks before they happen.
Best Base Defense From Trolls Attacks
At the very least, players should always have a hammer on hand - the more durability, the better. It's smart to continuously keep tools repaired in Valheim. Players can attempt to quickly repair fortress walls and doors as they're being attacked to make sure they don't get destroyed and let Trolls and other enemies in. It's also a good idea to keep walls repaired during calmer moments so that they won't get destroyed as easily when enemies do show up.
To make a sturdy base, players can put up an additional row or two of stakewalls or food in their inventories. Eating can allow health and stamina to regenerate faster, and this is especially important right before fighting tough creatures like Trolls.
For Trolls, specifically, the best method of defending one's base, if it's not well protected, is to run out and lure them away - preferably towards an open area like the Meadows. Ranged weapons such as a bow and arrows are some of Fine Wood Bow, mean easier aiming, however, and headshots do the most damage. It may take some time, but running from Trolls while firing arrows at them is a very effective way to take them down.
Having at least one other Valheim player to fire more arrows can be very helpful, but a single player can certainly defeat a Troll alone, with enough patience. Since players can't dash, jump, or attack if their stamina bar is depleted, they should run from the Troll long enough for it to refill before trying to fire again. As players progress in Valheim and find better materials to craft weapons and armor, they'll find taking down Trolls becomes easier and easier. Defeating a Troll rewards the player with useful items, too, like Troll hide and coins.
Source: Fandom Valheim Wiki
