Hollow Knight: Silksong is finally here—and just like its legendary predecessor, Pharloom is bursting with cleverly hidden secrets, rewarding Easter eggs, and mysterious encounters. Whether you’re a lore-hunter or a 100% completionist, these discoveries will keep you exploring long after the credits roll.
Below are 10 must-find Silksong secrets every player should experience. Grab your needle and let’s dive in!
1️⃣ Unlock Steel Soul Mode with the Konami Code
Want to make an already challenging game downright brutal?
Head to Extras on the title screen and enter this sequence with your D-pad or arrow keys:
Up, Down, Up, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right
If done correctly, the screen flashes and you’ll unlock Steel Soul Mode—a hardcore permadeath setting where one mistake means game over. It’s a fun nod to classic gaming Easter eggs.
2️⃣ Moss Grotto Hidden Mini-Boss & Beast Shard
Right after taking control of Hornet, turn right instead of following the main path left.
Break the wall to discover a giant white bug snoozing inside.
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Pro tips:
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Attack to start the fight but beware its deadly rolling attacks in the tight chamber.
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Kite it by dropping to the lower room after each hit.
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Defeat it to earn a Beast Shard—worth 120 Shell Shards for an early resource boost.
3️⃣ Summon Shakra for Maps Anywhere
Tired of chasing Pharloom’s cartographer? After you meet Shakra twice, head to Bone Bottom and ring the bell where she normally sits. She’ll appear instantly to sell maps, tools, and markers—perfect when you’re lost in Silksong’s sprawling zones.
4️⃣ Swim for Treasure in Moss Grotto’s Pond
In the starting area, head left to a quiet pond and dive underwater to reveal a secret room. Inside you’ll discover:
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Silk Worms
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Breakable walls hiding Shell Shards
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A Frayed Rosary String holding 28 Rosaries—ideal for early upgrades.
5️⃣ Magnetite Brooch – Never Lose Rosaries Again
Visit the vendor in Bone Bottom to buy this Yellow Tool. It automatically draws nearby Rosary Beads to you, so you’ll never watch precious currency drop into lava or spikes again.
6️⃣ Breakable Walls & Shortcut Heaven
Pharloom is riddled with secret paths. Watch for:
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Oversized rooms with high ledges
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Cracks in walls or floors
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Lava rocks that explode to open new routes
Keep your ears sharp—ambient sounds often give these spots away.
7️⃣ Bell Beast Fast-Travel Network
Beat the Bell Beast boss in The Marrow to unlock Pharloom’s fast-travel system. Look for triple-arrow signs leading to Bellway chambers, then spend Rosaries to activate each station permanently.
8️⃣ Ride the Wind with the Drifter’s Cloak
Later in the game you’ll earn this upgrade, letting Hornet ride upward wind currents. It’s the key to exploring towering vertical zones like Greymoor.
9️⃣ Crest of the Reaper – Perfect Your Pogo
Hidden in the Chapel of the Reaper (Greymoor), this crest changes Hornet’s diagonal downward attack into a straight pogo strike—mirroring the Knight’s classic move and perfect for precision platforming.
10🔟 Wishes: Side Quests with Big Rewards
Check bulletin boards in towns such as Bone Bottom for “Wishes.” These side quests—gathering Mossberries, rescuing NPCs, and more—reward rare tools, Crests, and juicy lore reveals.
💡 Pro Tips for Secret Hunters
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Listen Carefully: Audio cues like faint breathing in Moss Grotto often signal hidden rooms.
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Bench Often: Resting saves your game and updates your map with the Quill.
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Experiment with Tools: Some secrets require specific gear (e.g., the Silkspear) to access.
🔍 Explore Every Corner of Pharloom
From permadeath modes to massive loot stashes, Silksong proves Team Cherry still rewards curiosity. These 10 hidden gems are just the beginning—so sharpen your needle and start exploring. Who knows what you’ll discover next?
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