Hollow Knight: Silksong feels like it wraps up after Act II—but the real adventure isn’t over. Hidden behind layers of quests, secrets, and community-discovered triggers lies Act III: The Abyss, a massive post-game chapter that reveals Pharloom’s darkest truths and Hornet’s ultimate challenge.
This guide combines verified steps and player-tested strategies so you can unlock the Abyss, conquer its toughest trials, and see Silksong’s true ending.
🗝️ What is Act III: The Abyss?
Act III, known as The Abyss, is Silksong’s secret story chapter that unlocks after meeting specific conditions. It adds:
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Entirely new areas, bosses, and lore content.
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Harder enemies and fights designed for seasoned players.
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The true final boss and ending, required for 100% completion.
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Progress carryover—your upgrades, skills, and items from Acts I–II remain intact.
⚙️ Prerequisites: Unlocking the “Silk and Soul” Wish
Before you can dive into Act III, you’ll need to complete the Silk and Soul Wish, a long but rewarding questline.
A. Complete Nearly All Wishes
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Finish ~45 Wish quests from Wishboards across Bone Bottom, Bellhart, Songclave, and The Citadel.
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These include:
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Grand Hunts (bosses like Savage Beastfly, Wailing Mother).
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Donation Wishes (resources for Bone Bottom repairs, Songclave upgrades).
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Wayfarer Quests (NPC rescues such as The Lost Fleas, My Missing Brother).
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Tip: While some players report skipping a few, completing them all is safest.
B. Assist the Flea Caravan
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Collect 25 Fleas scattered across Pharloom.
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Speak to Fleamaster Mooshka three times to move the caravan into the Putrefied Ducts.
C. Build Your Bellhome
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After saving Bellhart, talk to Pavo to unlock your personal housing: the Bellhome.
D. Repair the Sentinel
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Gather Cogheart pieces for the automaton in Cogwork Core.
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Find him later in Memorium and Citadel Spa to finish repairs.
🔍 Completing the “Silk and Soul” Wish
Once the Wish is available, you’ll need four key items:
| Item | Location | How to Obtain |
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| Maiden’s Soul | Bone Bottom | Speak to the Chapel Maid after triggering the Skull Tyrant fight (bench event). |
| Hermit’s Soul | Bellhart Bellway | Break the fake wall in pipes below Bellway; talk to the Hermit. |
| Seeker’s Soul | Bilewater | Find the abandoned Bellhome left of the bench. |
| Snare Setter | Weavenest Atla | Open the Needolin door under Bone Bottom; loot from a table above the bench. |
Final Steps:
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Deliver all items to the Caretaker in Songclave.
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Craft the trap → proceed to The Cradle for the Grand Mother Silk boss fight.
⚔️ Triggering Act III: The Grand Mother Silk Fight
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During the fight, play the Needolin instead of binding Grand Mother Silk.
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After credits roll, return to the main menu—your save file will be covered in black vines.
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Break the vines by pressing the action button repeatedly.
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Load the save → welcome to Act III: The Abyss.
🌑 What Awaits in Act III: The Abyss
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New Areas: Abyssal Chasm, Void Altars, and other nightmare zones.
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Cranked-Up Difficulty: Enemies hit harder, bosses require perfect execution.
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True Ending: Face the real final boss and Pharloom’s deepest lore.
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Completion Goals: Collect every Crest, Tool, Mask Shard, and Spool for 100%.
💡 Pro Tips from the Community
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Upgrade fully: Max out Needle, Tools, and Crests before attempting Act III.
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Farm efficiently: Equip the Shard Pendant (from The Marrow) for faster Shell Shard gains.
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Map the Abyss: The map is hidden above a bench near the zone’s end.
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Smart tool use: Try Plasmium Phial (extra health) or Flintslate (fire damage) for tough bosses.
❓ FAQ: Act III – The Abyss
Q: Can I access Act III after finishing Act II?
Yes—load your vine-covered save file, break the vines, and you’ll enter Act III.
Q: Are there missable items in Acts I–II?
No, all progress carries over. Just complete as many Wishes as possible to avoid tedious backtracking.
Q: How long is Act III?
Expect 10–15 hours for full completion, depending on skill.
💎 Conclusion: Embrace the Darkness
Unlocking Act III: The Abyss is Silksong’s ultimate challenge—demanding preparation, patience, and mastery. Complete the Wishes, gather the key items, and face Grand Mother Silk to break into Pharloom’s hidden depths.
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