Fan-Made Comprehensive Guide for Hollow Knight: Silksong
⚠️ Disclaimer: This is a fan-created guide based on available information and community research. Content may be speculative and subject to change upon official game release.
Fast travel to the Bilewater Stag Station. Head east through the main corridor.
Navigate to the end of Weavenest Murglin area. Look for silk web patterns on walls.
Defeat the mini-boss guarding the chest. The Ruined Tool is inside.
You'll need 1 Craftmetal. Find it in the nearby merchant shop or hidden alcove.
Find the bench under Faydown Cloak location. Combine Ruined Tool + Craftmetal = Silkshot!
💡 Pro Tip: Save your game before choosing a variant. Each playthrough only allows one variant!
🗺️ Theoretical Map Layout
Visual representation based on available game information
Each variant has unique strengths. Choose wisely - you can only get one per playthrough!
The Speedrunner's Choice
Best for: Boss fights, speedruns, experienced players
The Balanced Option
Best for: New players, exploration, versatile gameplay
The Crowd Control
Best for: Mob clearing, arena fights, completionists
Track ammo refill points for sustainable exploration
Maximum DPS for boss melting
Focus on boss weak points. Use piercing to hit multiple segments.
Sustainable for 100% completion
Conserve ammo, use high capacity for extended exploration.
"Mount Fay's piercing shot can hit the final boss 3 times in a single shot if you position correctly at the corner."
- SpeedrunnerPro
"Save before entering the repair room. You can reload if you want to try a different variant later."
- HollowExplorer
"Twelfth Architect variant is underrated. The AoE is perfect for the Colosseum trials."
- ArenaChampion