Hollow Knight Silksong: Crest Guide

Here is what you need to know about Crests in Hollow Knight Silksong and how you can unlock them in the game.

Crests in Hollow Knight Silksong work similarly to the Charms system in the original game. However, this gameplay mechanic introduces something new that sets it apart from the previous system. It alters your playstyle depending on your selection and later expands to give you more combat options.

Expanding your Crests is pretty straightforward, but it can take time and patience. On top of that, you need to plan ahead for the playstyle you prefer. To help you out, here is a Crest guide for Hollow Knight Silksong.

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How To Unlock Crests in Hollow Knight Silksong

You get a Crest at the start of Hollow Knight Silksong, but with limited slots. You will need to acquire a Memory Locket to unlock more slots and expand your options. These items can be found by playing the game and discovering secret areas. Alternatively, you can also find Memory Lockets in various shops or as quest rewards.

For example, completing the Volatile Flintbeetles will reward you with one locket. It’s a pretty straightforward quest, so it’s a good way to unlock your early Crest slot. You’ll need to visit a Bench to check your Memory Locket and use it. Pull up your Crest menu and check the small dots to start unlocking slots.

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List of All Crests in Hollow Knight Silksong

Before anything else, you need to know what each Crest slot does in the game. There are four types, each with its own color code:

• Red is focused on combat and weapons.
• Blue is for defensive options.
• Yellow helps in exploration.
• White is focused on your Skills.

Knowing the effects of each slot is important. Unlocking them blindly will leave you with an inefficient setup. 

With that said, here is a list of all the Crests in Hollow Knight Silksong:

• Hunter Crest – Stalking your prey lets you deal lethal strikes.
• Wanderer Crest – You are more agile and your attacks are swift.
• Reaper Crest – Doubles your tool slots for more combat options and enhances your combo attacks.
• Harp Crest – Switches to a more defensive playstyle with lower bind costs.

We’ll update the list whenever new information is available.

As you progress in Hollow Knight Silksong, you will find more Crests that allow you to switch your playstyle. However, since Memory Lockets are rare and limited, you may want to hold on to them until you are sure which Crest you want to focus on.

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