Hollow Knight: Silksong offers players a rich tapestry of side quests, rewarding them with various prizes. Among these quests is the engaging Rite of the Pollip, which invites players to embark on a mission to uncover six elusive Pollip Hearts. Though named “Pollip Hearts, ”these collectibles are essentially vibrant purple flowers scattered across the enchanting areas of Shellwood and Bellhart.
Navigating the quest can be time-consuming, especially if players are unaware of the optimal locations for all six Pollip Hearts. Below, we provide a comprehensive guide to initiating the quest and locating each Pollip Heart.
Initiating the Rite of the Pollip
To commence the Rite of the Pollip quest, players must talk to Greyroot in the Shellwood area. Greyroot can be found inside a quaint house situated in the central region of Shellwood, as depicted in the image above. Enter the house, engage in conversation with Greyroot, and accept her request for Pollip Hearts to officially start the quest.
Bear in mind that players must defeat Sister Splinter and obtain the Cling Grip ability, which unlocks wall-climbing capabilities, before they can complete this quest.
Location of Pollip Heart #1
The first Pollip Heart is situated at the peak of the main central area within Shellwood. Using the Cling Grip ability, players can ascend the walls until they reach a section featuring spikes on the right and flowers on the left. Follow the flowers carefully to discover the first Pollip Heart.
Location of Pollip Heart #2
The second Pollip Heart is located in a room adorned with several white flowers. These flowers serve as platforms; striking down on them will launch the player upwards. To retrieve this Pollip Heart, ascend to the top of the room and strike it in order to collect it successfully.
Location of Pollip Heart #3
Look for the third Pollip Heart at the upper section of the room that leads back to Bellhart. As with locating the first Pollip Heart, players should utilize the Cling Grip skill to jump up the walls. Once in the northeastern part of the area, players will encounter a wall decorated with flowers. Following this floral trail will lead to the hidden Pollip Heart tucked away in a corner.
Location of Pollip Heart #4
The fourth Pollip Heart is positioned near where players first acquire the Cling Grip ability. On the western side of the zone, there’s a small crevice that players can dash into. Quick reflexes are necessary here; otherwise, players risk plummeting into the depths below.
Location of Pollip Heart #5
The fifth Pollip Heart can be found just north of the Sister Splinter boss arena. Navigating to the highlighted location will unveil a serene pond along with a nest of purple hornets. Players should destroy this hornet nest, which reveals a secret passageway leading to the next Pollip Heart.
Location of Pollip Heart #6
The final Pollip Heart is accessible via the entrance to Bellhart, close to the Sister Splinter boss arena. Previously impassable, this area can now be entered using the Cling Grip to scale the wall. Once inside Bellhart, descend and head east to reconnect with Shellwood. After maneuvering through a spiked room, look for the last Pollip Heart obscured by vines.
Rewards for Completing the Rite of the Pollip Quest
Upon collecting all six Pollip Hearts and returning to Greyroot, players should ensure they engage in all dialogue options before she rewards them with the Pollip Pouch. This valuable tool enhances combat effectiveness by coating all weapons with venom. As a blue tool, it occupies one of the blue slots available in the player’s crest, amplifying damage during encounters.
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