Hollow Knight Silksong: All Tools Listed and How to Get Them

Discover everything you need to know about all tools in Hollow Knight Silksong, including how to acquire them.

Hollow Knight Silksong offers 57 Tools, including Red, Blue, and Yellow. While the Red ones are attack Tools, the Blue ones are defensive or support Tools, and the others, like the Yellow ones, are passive Tools. The Blue Tools are passive abilities, the red Tools are consumables, and the yellow Tools are exploration aids. Choosing the best one for your build can be challenging, as each one offers unique benefits.

Finding these Tools is also a hectic work, as some require you to craft them and others require you to complete the quest or defeat certain bosses. You can carry multiple tools at once, so choose the best one that suits your playstyle and complements your build. In this guide, we’ll discuss all the Tools in Hollow Knight Silksong, including the best five to use.

All Tools in Hollow Knight Silksong

Below are all the tools in Hollow Knight Silksong.

Tool	Description	How To Obtain
Silkspear	Deadly Weaver technique. Throw the needle forward with force amplified by coiled silk.	Obtained it from the Mosshome area of Moss Grotto.
Thread Storm	Deadly Weaver technique. Cast the needle in a whirl of Silk around oneself, lashing foes.	Obtained from a statue in the Craw Lake in Greymoor
Cross Stitch	Deflective technique of a creature spun from thread. Bind Silk around the needle to deflect enemy attacks and instantly strike back.	Reward for defeating the Phantom boss in Exhaust Organ
Sharpdart	Deadly Weaver technique. Pierce through enemies in a blur of blade and Silk.	Obtained from a statue in the Weavenest Karn in the west of the Wormways
Rune Rage	Forgotten Weaver technique. Sew rending runes upon one’s enemies.	Reward for defeating the First Sinner in the Exhaust Organ
Pale Nails	Technique taken from the primal source of Silk. Spin talons from thread that seek out enemies.	Obtained from Grandmother Silk’s arm in The Cradle Act 3
Straight Pin	Light-throwing tool, designed for rapid attacks.	Located above the table in Marrow in Grindle’s cell
Threefold Pin	Flat, layered weapon, crafted to be thrown in a set.	From the area above the Craw Lake in Greymoor
Sting Shard	Lethal trap formed of tightly bound blades. Once placed, the trap will pierce enemies that come into contact.	Crafted by Forge Daughter in the Deep Docks using one Craftmetal and 140 Rosaries
Tacks	Short pins are designed to be scattered along the ground. The sharp points will pierce any enemy who steps upon them.	Complete the Roach Guts Wish for Crull and Benjin in Sinner’s Road
Longpin	Weighted pin and haft, formed to pierce tough shells.	Located from the west pink wasp nest in Shellwood
Curveclaw	An arched, sharp bone used by hunters to take down flying prey.	Use 140 Rosaries to purchase it from Mottled Skarr in the Hunter’s March.
Curvesickle	Radial sharpbone used by skilled hunters to take down dangerous prey.	Give the curveclaw to the bug after hitting all four targets with a single throw in the area above the Far Fields Bellway. Rest at the bench and move to the next room to collect Curvesickle.
Throwing Ring	Hardened throwing weapon of the warrior Shakra. A blunt force weapon that rebounds between enemies and hard surfaces.	Use Wishboard in Bellhart and find Shakra in the north section of Bilewater.
Pimpillo	Fabric pouch filled with volatile material. Explodes on impact with enemies or when ignited by its fuse.	Use Craftmetal to craft it at a table in the room above Yarnaby’s bellhome in Greymoor.
Conchcutter	Spiral weapon fashioned from a hardened conchspire. Thrown at an angle, it can ricochet and catch prey off guard.	Located in the Coral Tower cave in the Sands of Karak
Silkshot I	Ancient weapon of the Weavers, repaired and modified by Forge Daughter. Uses shell canisters and the wielder’s own Silk to fire.	Move to the southeastern part of Bilewater to find Ruined Tool and give it to Forge Daughter in the Deep Docks.
Silkshot II	Ancient weapon of the Weavers, repaired and modified by the Twelfth Architect. Uses shell canisters and the wielder’s own Silk to fire.	Move to the southeastern part of Bilewater to locate Ruined Tool and give it to the Twelfth Architect in the Underworks.
Silkshot III	Ancient weapon of the Weavers, repaired to its original form. Uses shell canisters and the wielder’s own Silk to fire.	Move to the southeastern part of Bilewater to find Ruined Tool and bring it to the bench in Mount Fay.
Delver’s Drill	A rotary tool is used for boring into bone and rock. Drives the wielder downwards, while spinning the drill with destructive force.	Move to the southwestern part of the Underworks to collect it from the table.
Cogwork Wheel	Expanding circular blade powered by a cogwork motor. Propels forward, slicing through foes.	Use one Craftmetal and 360 Rosaries to craft it from the Twelfth Architect in the Underworks.
Cogfly	Winged cogwork companion that will seek nearby foes and attack.	Use one Craftmetal to craft at a table in High Falls.
Rosary Cannon	Repurposed mechanism from the base of a rosary stringing machine. Rosaries must be inserted to reload the cannon.	Move to the Forum area of High Halls to collect it from the table.
Voltvessels	Convertible orbs containing electricity. The vessels can be thrown as a bola for an explosive discharge or staked as a spear to release a column of energy.	Move to the northeastern part of the Memorium in Act 3 to collect it from the table.
Flintslate	Sharpening slate made from cut and polished flint gem. Temporarily superheats the needle’s blade, imbuing each slash with flame and increasing lethality.	Located on a table in the Deep Docks
Snare Setter	Trap-setting tool of the Weavers. Lays a Silk rune that ignites when foes come into contact. Uses shell canisters and the wielder’s own Silk.	Located on a table on the upper section of Weavenest Atla on the bench
Flea Brew	An invigorating beverage prepared by the Flea Caravan. Temporarily increases the speed of movement and attacks.	Find five fleas for Fleamaster Mooshka in The Marrow to collect it as a reward.
Plasmium Phial	Spear-phial containing Plasmium. Injecting the liquid allows one to gain health beyond their natural limits.	Complete Alchemist’s Assistant Wish for Alchemist Zylotol in Wormways to collect it as a reward.
Needle Phial	A tool designed to extract and store fluids. To pierce its target, the Needle Phial must first be charged to full tension.	Speak with Alchemist Zylotol in the Wormways during Alchemist’s Assistant Wish
Druid’s Eye	Amulet of protection formed from Mossberries. As the bearer takes damage, the amulet weeps a green elixir that will form into Silk.	Complete the Berry Picking Wish for Moss Druid in the Moss Home to collect it as a reward.
Druid’s Eyes	Powerful amulet of protection formed from many Mossberries. As the bearer takes damage, the amulet weeps a green elixir that will form into Silk.	Collect Mossberry and give them to Moss Druid in the Moss Home in Act 3 to obtain it as a reward.
Magma Bell	Forged iron bell, crafted to ward against the intense heat of the Deep Docks. Reduces the damage taken from flame and magma.	Use one Craftmetal and 110 Rosaries to craft it from Forge Daughter in the Deep Docks.
Warding Bell	Holy bell inscribed with a hymn of protection. Shields the bearer as they bind their wounds.	Located at the platform in the Far Fields
Pollip Pouch	Pouch containing a fast-acting venom drawn from a flower’s heart. Applies venom to equipped tools.	Complete the Rite of the Pollip Wish in Shellwood
Fractured Mask	Old bug’s skull carved for protection. Shields against critical damage but shatter on impact. If shattered, the mask will be repaired while resting at a bench.	Use 260 Rosaries to purchase it from Mottled Skarr in the Hunter’s March.
Multibinder	Elaborate, etched Weaver spindle, usable only by wielders of Silk. Extends the act of binding, but increases its healing effect.	Complete the My Missing Courier. Wish to purchase it from Frey in the Bellheart.
Weavelight	Gleaming apparatus of Weaver’s make. Its core emits a faint glow. Increases the speed of Silk regeneration.	Defeat the Moss Mothers in Weavenest Atla
Sawtooth Circlet	Flexible belt of serrated metal teeth, able to affix to the helm of a cloak. Flaring the cloak will spin the blades, damaging surrounding enemies.	Use one Craftmetal and 230 Rosaries to craft it from the Twelfth Architect in the Underworks.
Injector Band	A brace of surgical pins from the Whiteward. Used to forcefully insert Silk deep inside a bug’s shell. Increases the speed of binding.	Located on a table in the Whiteward
Spool Extender	Silk-storing tool of the Citadel, fashioned after an artefact of the Weavers. Allows the storing of additional Silk beyond one’s natural abilities.	Complete Wandering Merchant wishes to purchase it from Jubilana in Songclave for 720 Rosaries.
Reserve Bind	Ornate artefact of the Citadel, able to hold a Bind’s worth of Silk. Used when healing is needed and one’s natural resources run low. The Reserve Bind will be restored when resting at a bench.	Defeat the Second Sentinel boss in The Forum.
Claw Mirror	Theatrical tool of a vainglorious bug. When binding, it emits a dazzling flash that damages surrounding enemies.	Defeat the Trobbio in Whispering Vaults
Claw Mirrors	Twin theatrical tools of a vainglorious bug. When binding, it emits a searing blast that damages surrounding enemies.	Defeat the Tormented Trobbio in the Whispering Vaults during Act 3
Memory Crystal	Reflective stone with mnemonic properties. When taking damage, a memory of the bearer is formed of crystal. The memory will shatter into sharp spines if an enemy comes into contact.	Located near the wall of ice in Mount Fay
Snitch Pick	Hooked tool for the forceful retrieval of loot from bugs and husks. Harpoon into foes to steal rosaries and shell shards, while causing additional damage.	Use 740 Rosaries to purchase it from Grindle in the Blasted Steps.
Volt Filament	Charged organ from a defeated Voltvyrm. Can be coiled around a thread, imbuing Silk Skills with an electric charge.	Defeat the Voltvyrm in the Sands of Karak.
Quick Sling	Taut-drawing mechanism built from reed and bone, intended for mounting on the limb of a bug. Doubles the number of tools thrown.	Destroy the fake ceiling in the Bilewater area.
Wreath of Purity	Fragile band woven of reed and leaf, crafted to repel Muckmaggots. If broken, the wreath will be repaired while resting at a bench.	Located on a platform in the Putrified Ducts
Longclaw	Talisman fashioned from the talon of a large predator. Increases the range of needle attacks.	Complete the Broodfeast Wish in Putrefied Ducts
Wispfire Lantern	Broken iron lantern containing smouldering wispfire. Wisps will spawn from the lantern and burn foes, at the cost of Silk.	Defeat the Father of the Flame in Bellheart
Egg of Flealia	Icon of the mythical mother flea, passed down from caravans of old. A symbol of protection and kinship. Decreases the cost of Silk Skills while health is full.	Complete the Lost Fleas Wish in The Marrow
Pin Badge	Emblem of the Order of the Pinstress, the old blademasters of Pharloom. Reduces the charge time of Needle Strike.	Defeat the Pinstress in Mount Fay Act 3
Compass	Intricate tracking device, carved from shell. When equipped, the bearer’s location will be marked on their map.	Use 70 Rosaries to purchase it from Shakra.
Shard Pendant	Crude trinket worn by collectors and crafters. Allows one to collect more shell shards from defeated creatures.	Located on a table in The Marrow
Magnetite Brooch	Holy stone inscribed with a prayer for rosaries. Any loose beads will be pulled toward the wearer.	Use 120 Rosaries to purchase it from Pebb in the Bonebottom.
Weighted Belt	Heavy band favoured by those with an unsteady step. The wearer will recoil less when striking foes and will not be flung as far when taking damage.	Use 160 Rosaries to purchase it from Mort in the Pilgrim’s Rest in Far Fields.
Barbed Bracelet	Vicious bracelet worn by those who believe they have not been duly punished. Increases damage taken, but also increases damage dealt by needle.	Located on the corpse of a bug in Sinner’s Road
Dead Bug’s Purse	Discarded purse of a fallen pilgrim. Allows the bearer to retain some rosaries upon defeat.	Located on the corpse of a bug in Wormways
Shell Satchel	Quick access container formed from an old shell. Increases the quantity of crafted tools.	Play the game on Steel Soul mode to collect it from the bug corpse in the Wormways.
Magnetite Dice	Playthings carved from magnetic material. Used in simple games and believed to bring luck to the bearer.	Defeat Lumble the Lucky continuously during the Dice mini-game
Scuttlebrace	An artificial spine that clasps tightly around the shell. Enhances the wearer’s innate flexibility, allowing rapid retreat.	Use one Craftmetal and 140 Rosaries to craft it from the Twelfth Architect in the Underworks.
Ascendant’s Grip	A gilded piton that allows one to hold in place while on a wall.	Complete The Wandering Merchant Wish and purchase it from Jubilana in Songclave for 350 Rosaries.
Spider Strings	Sophisticated Weaver device. Resonates with music played to amplify and enhance a performance. Expands and strengthens the effects of Needolin.	Complete The Lost Merchant Wish and purchase it from Jubilana in Songclave for 320 Rosaries.
Silkspeed Anklets	Experimental anklets of Weaver’s make. Draws upon the wearer’s own Silk to increase sprinting speed.	Sprint across the chamber in the Weavenest Cindril in Far Fields
Thief’s Mark	A symbol worn to identify oneself to fellow thieves. Gain extra rosaries from defeated enemies, but lose some rosaries on taking damage.	Use 350 Rosaries to purchase it from Grindle in the Blasted Steps.

Best Tools to Use in Hollow Knight Silksong

Below are the top 5 best tools to use in Hollow Knight Silksong.

1. Cogfly

Cogfly Location Hollow Knight Silksong (Image Source: Team Cherry)

The Cogfly is the essential tool to use in the late game in Hollow Knight Silksong. Use this tool to summon a small bug to fight alongside you to defeat the enemies. You can acquire this tool by using 1x Craftmetal to craft it at a table in the High Falls. Cogfly attacks the enemies that you can’t focus on during the combat. However, it has limited ammo, so you use it at a given time. Having more Cogflies on your side allows you to dominate the powerful bosses.

2. Compass

Compass Location Hollow Knight Silksong (Image Source: Team Cherry)

The Compass is another good tool to obtain in the early game. Use this tool to keep track of your location in the game. You can purchase it from NPC Shakra for 70 Rosaries. This tool can fill a slot in your equipment, as you will be lost in the Pharloom without it. Use the Compass when you’re about to face the boss, allowing you to run back if you lose the fight.

3. Fractured Mask

Fractured Mask Location Hollow Knight Silksong (Image Source: Team Cherry)

The Fractured Mask allows you to put a mask over your last life, enhancing your survivability in tough combat. Use 260 Rosaries to purchase it from Mottled Skarr in Hunter’s March. This tool shields you from the enemy attacks that can kill you instantly. Make sure to rest at the bench to use the Fractured Mask. It allows you to increase your health bar to survive one hit from the enemy attack. Having extra health makes it easy to clutch during the challenges while exploring the world.

4. Warding Bell

Warding Bell Location Hollow Knight Silksong (Image Source: Team Cherry)

The Warding Bell is especially useful during the boss fights because it allows you to heal during tough situations in a fight. You can obtain the tool from the ground on a platform in the Far Fields. Warding Bell generates a giant shield around you while you’re healing. It prevents you from taking any hits from the enemies when you’re low on health and healing, and binding life. However, this tool can block one hit, as it cannot completely protect you from all enemy attacks.

5. Flea Brew

Flea Brew Location Hollow Knight Silksong (Image Source: Team Cherry)

The Flea Brew in Hollow Knight Silksong offers you a buff to enhance your attack speed and movement for a brief time. You can obtain this tool by finding five fleas for Fleasmaster Mooshka. However, the buff is temporary, but it can make a huge difference when you’re about to end the fight. You can also get different uses of Flea Brew to become a powerful character in the game. Use this tool to move between attacks faster and deal more hits with fast attack speed.

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