Hollow Knight Silksong Clawline Guide & Unlock Location
Clawline is one of the most important Ancestral Arts in Hollow Knight Silksong. This ability lets Hornet throw her needle at enemies or obstacles, then pull herself directly toward the target. It acts as both a traversal upgrade and a powerful combat option, allowing quick repositioning and aggressive chain attacks.
How to Get Clawline in Silksong
The Clawline is located in the Underworks. To obtain it, you must reach the Clawline idol after solving a series of traversal challenges.
Enter the Underworks through the Ventrica.
Head right and hit the switch to lower a bridge.
Jump to the platform above the entrance, then glide under the bridge using the Drifter’s Cloak.
Descend to the lowest right platform in the chamber.
Progress forward until you reach a narrow vertical shaft where you must use Cling Grip to wall-jump upward.
At the top, hit the switch to unlock a sealed door.
Enter the door and glide across the lava chamber. At the end, you will find the Clawline idol.
Clawline Ability Information
Function: Throw the needle at enemies or surfaces and pull yourself toward it.
Activation: Hold R2 (default input).
Use in Combat: Close gaps instantly, punish ranged enemies, and set up aerial combos.
Use in Exploration: Reach distant platforms, cross gaps, and chain movement through vertical shafts.
Tips for Using Clawline
Use Clawline aggressively to stay on top of flying enemies before they can reposition.
Combine Clawline with Drifter’s Cloak to chain movement across long gaps.
In boss fights, bait attacks, then use Clawline to zip in for punishes before quickly retreating.
Surfaces that can be latched onto will glow faintly, making it easier to spot Clawline opportunities.
Final Blurb
The Clawline is a game-changing Ancestral Art that blends mobility and offense. It opens new areas of Pharloom and makes Hornet’s combat style far more fluid. Once mastered, it turns every encounter into an opportunity to dominate with speed and precision.
FAQ
Where is the Clawline located?
The Clawline is found in the Underworks, inside a locked chamber beyond a lava-filled room.
Do you need other abilities before getting Clawline?
Yes, you must already have the Drifter’s Cloak to glide and the Cling Grip to scale walls.
Does Clawline work on all surfaces?
No, only certain walls, obstacles, and enemies can be targeted. Interactive surfaces usually have a faint glow.
Can you use Clawline as an attack?
Yes, latching onto enemies deals damage and lets you immediately follow up with combos.
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