Battle Horriblin

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Battle Horriblin

Battle Horriblin
Elite Enemy
CategoryElite
HP700
Danger Level4/5 — Very Dangerous
WeaknessBomb arrow ceiling knock-down, then full melee combo on ground
LocationsHyrule Castle caves, Akkala ancient ruins caves, Secret Depths arenas
DropsBlack Horriblin Horn, Horriblin Guts, Bokoblin Guts
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Description

A fearsome elite Horriblin designation for high-HP variants guarding the most dangerous cave systems in Hyrule Castle's underground and Akkala's ancient ruin networks. The Battle Horriblin moves faster between ceiling perches and initiates more frequent diving strikes than standard Boss variants. Bomb Arrow ceiling explosions are the most reliable floor-time strategy. Its drops include high-tier horn materials needed for Great Fairy armor upgrades.

Weakness

Bomb arrow ceiling knock-down, then full melee combo on ground

How to Beat Battle Horriblin

A named elite Horriblin variant found in specific high-difficulty cave systems. Identical mechanics to Black Boss Horriblin but with more HP and more frequent ceiling relatch. Bomb arrows to the ceiling near it will explode and knock it down without a direct headshot requirement — useful when it is repositioning rapidly.

Item Drops

Item
Black Horriblin Horn
Horriblin Guts
Bokoblin Guts

Where to Find

Known Variants

  • Black Boss Horriblin
  • Silver Boss Horriblin

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