Hollow Knight Silksong Act 1 Pharloom walkthrough

Hollow Knight Silksong Act 1 Pharloom is the first part of the game that you need to complete to progress in its story. The adventure begins with a short cinematic, showing the Knight being transported in a carrier across a bridge before it suddenly collapses, plunging the protagonist into the depths of this epic world. This Metroidvania title is a sequel to Hollow Knight, which came out in 2017.

This article guides you through Hollow Knight Silksong Act 1 Pharloom.

Note: Parts of this article are subjective and reflect the author’s opinion. The article may be updated for more content that may be contained in Act 1 Pharloom.

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How to complete Hollow Knight Silkson Act 1 Pharloom

Stage 1

Hollow Knight Silksong starting area, Act 1 Pharloom (Image via YouTube.com/@Rubhen925)

After the cinematic ends, you’ll find yourself in a lush green region with your weapon in front of you. Once you have control of the character, move to the right and break the vines to clear a path. Destroy the enemies in the area and climb the platforms to reach the upper level. You will encounter some airborne foes in this area, which can be easily defeated with a few hits.

Toward the end of the upper level, you will be able to break and collect toxic Mossberry. You can then jump down and take the path on the left to proceed to the next stage.

Once you enter the next part of the map, a new effect will be triggered, slowing down the Knight and temporarily blocking your vision. To cross this area, simply jump over and take the exit.

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Stage 2

Silksong starting area with spikes (Image via YouTube/@Rubhen925)

The next part of the map is darker and presents a change in the environment. Here, you will encounter spike traps that you can cross by jumping ove them. Defeat all enemies on your way through the platforms.

While climbing up, you will find a greener path on the right that you can take to drop down and break a small statue-like structure. This will provide you with additional Bone Shards.

Climb back up and take the route on the right to proceed to the next part of the map. Jump over the chasms and break the vines on the right to open up a path.

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Ruined Chapel

A similar weakening effect as the aforementioned one will occur in this region and temporarily slow down the protagonist.

You will find a resting area on the right side where you can heal yourself. Once rested, climb the stone platforms and break the vines to proceed with the quest.

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Moss Mother (Stage 3)

Moss Mother boss fight arena (Image via YouTube/@Rubhen925)

This will be the first boss fight that you need to win. Immediately after entering the arena, a massive airborne enemy will show up and mark the start of your first impactful engagement.

The boss has a sting attack that is launched from above and sweeps the ground. You can dodge it easily with a well-timed jump.

The second attack spawns rocks from the ceiling and makes them fall toward you on the ground. These can be avoided by simply moving around.

The third form of attack spawns smaller enemies on the ground that you can defeat with a few strikes.

Next, continue striking the Moss Mother with your attacks while dodging, and you should be able to defeat the boss in no time. Once you've done that, the arena opens up, and you can take the route that leads above.

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Chapel Maid (Stage 4)

The weakening effect grows stronger in this part of the map and causes the protagonist to collapse.

After completing the conversation with the maid, you can proceed with a new quest called The Great Citadel. Move to the left side and exit through the plain area to reach the next part of the map.

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Bone Bottom (Stage 5)

Bone Bottom area (Image via YouTube/@Rubhen925)

After reaching Bone Bottom, you will find a small hut that you can interact with and enter. After going inside, speak to the Fearful Pilgrim on the floor and then move out of the lair to continue on your path. You will find several NPCs on the way that you can interact with, including a merchant.

Make your way through the path on the right to continue. Defeat all enemies on your way and collect as many Bone Shards as possible. The area is quite linear, so you can explore and progress through the level at the same time.

You will encounter a singing pilgrim behind a locked door. Hit the lever on the ceiling of the tunnel to open the door and speak with the NPC called Sherma. You will also find some Rosaries on the ceiling that can be collected.

You can travel left from here to head to the next phase.

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The Marrow (Stage 6)

The Marrow region in Hollow Knight Silksong (Image via YouTube/@Rubhen925)

The Marrow has a volcanic setting with similar enemies from the previous part of the map. Climb through the area and jump toward the ceiling in the opening to reach the next zone. Be cautious of unstable platforms that collapse if you stand on them for too long.

Inside a small area on the left, you will find a Shard Pendant. This can be equipped when you rest on a bench.

Next, take the right path and make your way through dark tunnels while defeating enemies. Go to the left to find a Frayed Rosary String. Drop down through the central cavern and head to the left after climbing the platforms.

You will eventually hear another singing NPC named Shakra. Head toward the character and finish a conversation to buy a map of the Mosslands.

From Shakra’s location, go left through the green path. Defeat all infected pilgrims and proceed to the next phase of the map. Strike the lever on the ceiling near the bench, then return to Shakra and take the upward route.

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Mosshome (Stage 7)

Acquiring Silkstrike in Hollow Knight Silksong (Image via YouTube/@Rubhen925)

Once above, take a left and defeat all enemies. Then, strike the lever on the platform and head up.

You will need to eliminate all the threats again and make your way up through the platforms. Beware of the spike traps, as they come out of the ground and can deal a lot of damage.

Toward the left, you’ll find a strange door-like structure that you can inspect. Follow the instructions and bind here to acquire the Silkspear skill. Use this new ability to destroy obstacles and advance to the next level.

You will find a Moss Druid to the left, where you can choose to accept a new wish called Berry Picking. Take the downward path and strike the ceiling lever to lower yourself into a cage, which will return you to Bone Bottom.

Ride the cage back up and take the left path to enter Mosshome. Keep going left until you hear Shakra singing again, then climb upward. Navigate through the bell-filled region and use the Silkspear skill to destroy the obstacle.

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Bell Beast (Stage 8)

Bell Beast boss fight in Hollow Knight Silksong (Image via YouTube/@Rubhen925)

This is another boss fight that you need to win to progress in the story. The monster here attacks from underground and charges toward you at great speed. Dodge its attacks and hit it in between to chip away at its health.

Once defeated, hit the glowing orb to start the next part of the game. Climb the platforms again to reach the orb at the top. Here, you’ll consume a Silk Heart, which restores your Silk. This is where you will be able to consume a Silk Heart that will help you regain Silk. This stage will also help you unlock fast travel around the explored map.

Next, take the path on the right and strike the lever to ring the large bell on the ceiling.

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Back to Bone Bottom (Stage 9)

Fast Travel point after defeating Bell Beast (Image via Youtube/@Rubhen925)

Once the Bell Beast is defeated, you will gain the ability to fast travel from certain parts of the map. Use this to go back to Bone Bottom, where you can pick out another quest from the notice board present on the right side of the settlement. Get back to The Marrow with fast travel again and navigate through the route on the right side.

Climb through the top and defeat all enemies in the region to obtain the Pilgrim Shawl item. It is a crucial item that you will need to complete the Garb of the Pilgrims mission.

Head back to the previous path and continue toward the right side till you reach a room with red fruits on vines between platforms. Strike these to get a jump boost and reach the next platforms. Attack the glowing lava wall on the side to open a new path and explore through it to find Craftmetal at the final stretch of this region.

You can then go up again using the same path and continue on the right side. Keep dropping down until you find two paths; one going down and the other leading right. A boss awaits on the right side, and a resting place that you can find through the route that goes under.

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The Marrow (Stage 10)

From the resting bench, you can go farther down below and explore the area for more resources like Bone Shards and Rosaries. Take the routes that lead you down and then move toward the right route. After defeating the enemies that lie in your path, you will be able to reach a new region called Deep Docks.

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Deep Docks (Stage 11)

Deep Docks area in Hollow Knight Silksong (Image via Youtube/@Rubhen925)

This part is relatively easier, as there are location markers within rooms that will lead you to benches and the next phase. Follow the moving platforms to go up and unlock a bench for 30 Rosaries.

Recover your health and equip your items before heading into the Docks at the bench. You can then go down and find Shakra singing in a room with platforms and molten lava floors. This is your chance to secure the Deep Docks map from the NPC for easy exploration.

After crossing Shakra, you can follow the room marker to get to a smaller area with an unlockable fast travel point. You can use Rosaries to unlock this fast travel point and travel in and out of the area quickly.

The next challenge is for you to find your way to the top of the Deep Docks. Navigate through the upper levels and find the route to the room that you entered through, and then go up using the platforms. You will be able to find and acquire the Swift Step ability in this area.

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