In the highly anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong, players will encounter an intriguing gameplay mechanic known as Crests. These unique items enhance the player’s combat experience by enabling new abilities and play styles, specifically tailored to help you tackle the diverse bosses throughout the game.
Crests have varying effects; some equip you with powerful, deliberate attacks, while others facilitate rapid, multi-hit moves. Moreover, each crest modifies your moveset significantly, and interestingly, they can be upgraded to incorporate various charms. This flexibility allows players to adapt their strategies on the fly.
A key focus in this guide will be on the Crest of the Wanderer, reminiscent of the beloved Quick Slash charm from the original Hollow Knight. This crest enables swift attacks without consuming resources, which is undoubtedly appealing. So let’s dive into the specifics of where to find this coveted item.
Location of the Crest of the Wanderer
To start your quest for the Crest of the Wanderer, you will need the Cling Grip, which can be located after defeating Sister Splinter in the Shellwood area. With this ability in hand, make your way to the area directly south of the second entrance to the Wormways. Drop onto the platforms situated over the Moss Grotto. The image above highlights this location.
From there, jump to the left and glide over to land on the roof of the cavern where the old lady first awakened you. Navigate across and climb up the wall to your left, proceeding further west until you discover the chapel.
Combat Challenges in the Chapel
Upon entering the chapel, head downwards and to the left to collect some rosaries, but be cautious of the floor traps that can spring up unexpectedly. Proceed upwards and to the right to navigate more perilous paths filled with floor spikes and falling boulders. Eventually, the floor here will give way, dropping you into the fight chamber.
Within this room, you’ll face four waves of enemies, predominantly comprising Pilgrim foes familiar to seasoned players. Here’s a list of the adversaries you’ll encounter:
- Pilgrim Groveller
- Pilgrim Pouncer
- Pilgrim Hornfly
- Pilgrim Hulk
- Winged Pilgrim
- Pilgrim Guide
The challenge intensifies with the number of flying enemies in this chamber. A strategic approach involves prioritizing the aerial threats first and then utilizing them to bounce off grounded foes. When facing the Pilgrim Guide, try to group the enemies and unleash your needle to hit multiple targets simultaneously. Be warned, however – the Guide’s hefty attacks can deplete your health rapidly, so making quick kills is crucial for efficiency.
Claiming the Crest of the Wanderer
Once the combat is cleared, venture left and downwards to find the room where the Crest of the Wanderer is held. Jump onto the designated pedestal and utilize your Bind to claim this powerful skill for yourself.
This crest significantly enhances your attack speed at the cost of reach, but with proper timing, this limitation can be effectively managed. In many cases, the ability to strike rapidly can lead to quicker boss defeats, definitely a favorable outcome.
Additionally, the Crest modifies your 45-degree attack into a downward slash, which is particularly useful for bouncing off certain enemies and environmental objects in Greymoor. The crest features three yellow slots, two blue slots, and one red tool slot available for expansion with Memory Lockets. Good luck and happy hunting, Wanderer!
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