Hollow Knight Silksong: How To Unlock Extra Tool Slots

Upgrade Hornet’s combat and exploration versatility. Here’s how to unlock extra tool slots in Hollow Knight Silksong.

Hollow Knight: Silksong
Hornet faces off against Fourth Chorus in Hollow Knight Silksong (Image via Team Cherry)

Team Cherry’s Hollow Knight Silksong throws players into the world of Pharloom as the nimble protagonist Hornet. With faster combat, larger environments, and deeper customization than its predecessor, the game challenges players in multiple ways. Managing your toolkit is the key to survival, as different situations require different abilities. Fortunately, Hornet has more than just her starting equipment slots to tackle any situation in Silksong.

Early in the game, you can unlock extra tool slots for Hornet, which gives you more strategic options. This upgrade is done by an NPC called Eva through Vesticrest in the Weavenest Atla location of the game. But to speak with her, you need to unlock a sealed door to Weavenest Atla. Here’s a guide on how to find her and unlock additional tool slots for Hornet.

Locating Eva in Weavenest Atla in Hollow Knight Silksong

Eva is an NPC that gives various upgrades to Hornet.
Eva is located in the far east of Weavenest Atla (Image via Team Cherry | @SofaSupastarGaming/YouTube)

During Act I in the Moss Grotto area, you will encounter a sealed door, but it cannot be opened immediately. First, you must defeat the Widow boss in Bellhart to acquire the Needolin ability. After you have this ability, return to the door in Moss Grotto and play the Needolin to unseal it. Once inside, go to the east side through a section of breakable walls to enter Eva’s chamber.

Also read: All Hollow Knight Silksong Crests (And Where To Find Them)

Unlocking Extra Tool Slots for Hornet

Vesticrest unlock additional tool slots for Hornet.
Unlock additional tool slots with Vesticrest in Hollow Knight Silksong (Image via Team Cherry | @SofaSupastarGaming/YouTube)

Eva upgrades the crests you collect throughout the game, including the Vesticrest. Each upgrade can unlock new abilities or enhancements for Hornet, including extra tool slots. Visit her occasionally, as she provides additional upgrades at different stages. These upgrades are crucial for tackling Pharloom’s more challenging tasks. Moreover, with more tool slots, you have more options at your disposal. This is especially useful during difficult boss fights or complex platforming puzzles.


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