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Howlwind Hill (Slime Hill)
Dragon Quest VIII

Howlwind Hill (Slime Hill)

Your guide to Howlwind Hill (Slime Hill) in Dragon Quest VIII. Find the Conqueror's Axe and learn the best spots for leveling up against Metal Slimes.

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Your guide to Howlwind Hill (Slime Hill) in Dragon Quest VIII. Find the Conqueror's Axe and learn the best spots for leveling up against Metal Slimes.

Alright, so you're looking to tackle Howlwind Hill, also known as Slime Hill. It's a pretty unique spot in Dragon Quest VIII because you can find almost every kind of Slime enemy here, and it's a fantastic place to grind for experience points, especially since those pesky Liquid Metal Slimes love to hang out in groups. We'll also be grabbing a sweet piece of gear while we're here: the Conqueror's Axe.

Getting There: First things first, you'll want to fly your ship to Rydon's Tower. Once you're there, just head north. You'll spot a hilltop where you can land your vessel. It can feel a bit like a maze at first, but don't worry, I've got you covered.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    From where you landed, head down through the first tunnel you see.
  2. 2
    Once you're out, make a left and cross the bridge.
  3. 3
    You'll find another tunnel ahead of you; go down it.
  4. 4
    Take a right turn and walk for a short while until you spot yet another tunnel. Head down this one.
  5. 5
    Keep going right, but stick to the left ledge. You'll eventually find another tunnel.
  6. 6
    Enter this tunnel, and as soon as you exit, immediately turn right. You'll go through one more tunnel.
  7. 7
    When you come out, turn left. You should see a chest waiting for you at the end of the path. Open it up to snag the Conqueror's Axe!

Enemies You'll Encounter:

  • Slime: Basic slime, gives 1 EXP and 2 Gold. Drops Medicinal Herb or Amor Seco Essence.
  • She-slime: A bit tougher, gives 10 EXP and 9 Gold. Drops Medicinal Herb or Slime Earrings.
  • Healslime: Watch out, these guys can heal themselves! They give 18 EXP and 20 Gold. Drops Medicinal Herb or Amor Seco Essence.
  • Metal Slime: These are your prime EXP targets! They give a massive 1,350 EXP and 8 Gold. Drops Seed of Defence or Seed of Agility.
  • Cureslime: Similar to Healslime, gives 70 EXP and 17 Gold. Drops Medicinal Herb or Moon's Mercy.
  • Liquid Metal Slime: The ultimate EXP source! They give a whopping 10,050 EXP and 27 Gold. Drops Seed of Agility or Elevating Shoes.
  • King Slime: A bigger slime, gives 110 EXP and 77 Gold. Drops Slime Earrings or Slime Crown.
  • Dark Slime: Gives 87 EXP and 18 Gold. Drops Medicinal Herb or Magical Hat.
  • Metal King Slime: The absolute best for EXP! They give a staggering 30,010 EXP and 360 Gold. Drops Slime Crown or Orichalcum.
Tips for Leveling
  • This area, Slime Hill, is your go-to spot for leveling up. The sheer number of Slime variants, especially the Metal Slimes and Liquid Metal Slimes, makes it incredibly efficient.
  • Keep an eye out for the Metal Slimes and Liquid Metal Slimes. They run away fast and are tough to hit, but the EXP they give is worth every effort. Bring weapons or spells that can hit multiple times or have a high critical hit rate if you can.
  • Don't forget to use the Alchemy Pot with items you find or get from enemies; it's a great way to improve your gear while you're grinding.

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