Hollow Knight Silksong Phantom Secret Boss Fight & Location Guide
The Phantom is one of the most unique secret bosses in Hollow Knight Silksong. Styled as a dark mirror of Hornet, she wields a needle with similar speed and precision, making the encounter feel like fighting yourself. The fight takes place in the Exhaust Organ deep within Bilewater and serves as both a skill check and a reward gate for one of the best Silk Skills in the game.
Where to Find Phantom
You will encounter Phantom in the Exhaust Organ, a facility accessible only after navigating through the Mist using Needolin. The Mist connects through Sinner’s Road, and Needolin is obtained after defeating Widow in Bellhart.
Once inside the Exhaust Organ, climb past the steam vents, using wall clings and glides to avoid bursts. At the top chamber, Phantom will appear, locking you into the boss fight.
Phantom Boss Fight Strategy
Phantom’s attack style closely mimics Hornet’s own, combining swift melee strikes with ranged needle throws. She alternates between aggressive rushdowns and evasive repositioning, forcing you to balance offense and patience.
Phase 1 Attacks
Needle Throw: Phantom hurls her needle, then blinks toward its path. Dodge or jump to avoid, then counter with a few quick slashes before she recovers.
Melee Combo: She unleashes fast needle swings. Stay mobile, backdash out of range, or time a parry if you’re confident.
Crash Attack: Phantom vanishes briefly, then dives down with a glowing light warning. This cannot be parried, so dash away from the impact zone and reposition.
Phase 2 Attacks
At half health, Phantom becomes more relentless. The Crash Attack chains multiple times in a row, forcing constant dodging. Heal windows are tight, but the safest time is after she finishes a series of dives.
Continue using hit-and-run tactics. Skills like Silkspear or Thread Storm can punish her when she whiffs big moves. Parry timing also becomes more valuable here, as it can create space and deal bonus damage.
Rewards for Defeating Phantom - Cross Stich Silk
Beating Phantom unlocks the Cross Stitch Silk Skill, which allows Hornet to parry enemy attacks and follow up with a counter strike. This skill is one of the strongest defensive tools in Silksong, rewarding precision and timing.
You will also earn the Grey Ghost trophy, though Phantom does not drop items or currency.
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Final Blurb
The Phantom boss fight is a highlight of Hollow Knight Silksong, mixing mirror-match tension with the reward of a powerful Silk Skill. Her aggressive patterns punish sloppy play, but with patience and careful timing, the battle becomes one of the most satisfying victories in Pharloom.
FAQ
Where is Phantom located in Hollow Knight Silksong?
Phantom is found in the Exhaust Organ, a facility inside Bilewater accessed after navigating the Mist with Needolin.
What reward do you get for defeating Phantom?
You gain the Cross Stitch Silk Skill, which lets you parry and counter enemy attacks, along with the Grey Ghost trophy.
How do you counter Phantom’s Crash Attack?
Watch for the glowing light cue, then dash to the opposite side of the impact zone. The move cannot be parried.
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