Hollow Knight Silksong All Crests Guide
Crests in Hollow Knight Silksong are one of the most important systems in the game. They let Hornet change her moveset, adjust her combat style, and equip different Tools. Each Crest has its own strengths, making the choice of which one to use a major part of gameplay strategy.
What Are Crests in Hollow Knight Silksong
Crests work like Charms from Hollow Knight, but instead of small perks, they reshape Hornet’s attacks and movement. Each Crest has colored slots for Tools, which grant abilities tied to weapons, defense, exploration, or Silk skills.
Equipping a new Crest changes how Hornet fights, so builds can feel very different depending on which one you select.
How to Unlock and Upgrade Crests
Crests unlock as you progress through story events, usually after Hornet absorbs a new fighting style. When you get a new Crest, the game automatically equips it, but you’ll need to rest at a bench to reassign Tools.
To unlock more slots on a Crest, you need Memory Lockets. These items are hidden across Pharloom or sold in shops. Once you have one, sit at a bench and activate the extra slot on the Crest menu. Since Lockets are limited, decide carefully which Crest you want to invest in.
All Crests in Hollow Knight Silksong
Hunter Crest
Details: Focused on fast, lethal strikes.
How to Get: Available from the very start of the game.
Reaper Crest
Details: Heavy arcing slashes with the bonus of gaining extra Silk from enemies.
How to Get: Found at the Chapel of the Reaper in Greymoor, west of Halfway Home.
Wanderer Crest
Details: Swift and precise strikes, closer to the Knight’s style from Hollow Knight.
How to Get: Located in the Bonegrave, west of Moss Grotto. Requires a key to enter.
Beast Crest
Details: Savage attacks with the ability to bind into a wild fury and leech life from prey.
How to Get: Reward for defeating the Savage Beastfly in the Beast Chapel of Hunter’s March.
Witch Crest
Details: Sweeping needle swings that drain life through twisted roots.
How to Get: Location not yet fully confirmed.
Architect Crest
Details: Spin the needle like a screw and spend Silk to craft new Tools rapidly.
How to Get: Location not yet fully confirmed.
Shaman Crest
Details: Cast the blade forward and empower Silk-based Skills with runes.
How to Get: Location not yet fully confirmed.
Click here to see our guide on the best crest in the game.
Final Blurb
Crests in Hollow Knight Silksong are more than just equipment, they completely change Hornet’s combat style. By unlocking Memory Lockets and choosing the right Crest, you can tailor your build to suit speed, range, or power. Collect them all to experiment with every possible playstyle Pharloom offers.
FAQ
How do you get more Crest slots?
Collect Memory Lockets and activate them at a bench.
Do Crests carry slots across styles?
No, each Crest has its own set of slots.
Which Crest is best for the start of the game?
The Wanderer Crest is best early, thanks to fast strikes and pogo-friendly movement.
Which Crest helps generate more Silk?
The Reaper Crest, which grants extra Silk when hitting enemies.
Can Crests be swapped freely?
Yes, but only while resting at a bench.
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