Silksong

Hollow Knight: Silksong – Blacksmith Guide & Needle Upgrades

by

In Hollow Knight: Silksong, Hornet’s weapon upgrades work differently from the nail system in the first game. Instead of nail reforging, Hornet’s main weapon—the needle—can be upgraded by a special blacksmith-like NPC hidden in Pharloom. These upgrades are key to boosting your damage and surviving tougher battles.

How to Upgrade the Needle

  • The needle is Hornet’s primary weapon.
  • You can upgrade it by visiting the blacksmith NPC in Pharloom.
  • Each reforging requires two things:
    • Rosaries (the main in-game currency)
    • Rare crafting materials found through exploration and combat
  • There are four upgrade tiers confirmed, each one making Hornet significantly stronger.
  • This system mirrors the nail upgrades from the first Hollow Knight but uses Pharloom’s unique economy and crafting items.
Also Read  Marvel’s Avengers New Update Will Add Campaign Replay and More

Blacksmith NPC Location

  • The blacksmith-equivalent NPC is hidden somewhere in Pharloom.
  • The exact location depends on your progression, so you’ll need to explore thoroughly.
  • Expect to meet them around the mid-game.
  • Like the Nailmasters before, you’ll return multiple times for reforging as you collect the right resources.

Upgrade Materials

  • Upgrades need more than Rosaries—you’ll also need rare crafting items.
  • These items can be found in:
    • Boss drops
    • Hidden areas and secret paths
    • Deep exploration zones
  • Each tier requires rarer and harder-to-find resources, so farming and planning ahead is important.

Progression Tips

  • Buy the Crafting Kit early from traders. It improves tool effectiveness, helping with combat and gathering.
  • Save Rosaries. While benches and maps are useful, always keep a reserve for upgrades.
  • Collect shards and fragments to boost health and silk. Stronger defenses make your needle upgrades even more effective.
Also Read  Famitsu Reports Nintendo Switch Surpassed 25 Million Sold Units in Japan

Final Thoughts

The blacksmith in Hollow Knight: Silksong is central to Hornet’s progression. With four tiers of upgrades powered by Rosaries and rare crafting items, reforging your needle should be a top priority. Each upgrade gives you a noticeable power spike, making bosses and exploration much easier.

Tip: Always be on the lookout for rare resources—you’ll thank yourself when it’s time to reforge.

Do you want me to also make this into a step-by-step quick reference guide (like a checklist players can use while exploring)?

Leave a comment