Curveclaw in Hollow Knight: Silksong — The Quest for the Tool
The Curveclaw, also known as the Curve Serre (because why call it just one thing when you can throw in fancy names?), is a delightfully lethal tool in the mystical world of Hollow Knight: Silksong. Imagine launching a boomerang that elegantly arcs through the air, giving enemies a broadside slap before it makes its way back. Perfect for those moments when you just can’t be bothered to get up close and personal with foes. But where does one snag this not-so-trivial piece of weaponry? Buckle up, as this guide is about to divulge how to get it — whether one is just getting their feet wet in the game or wading into the treacherous waters of Act 2.
How to Secure the Curveclaw on Your First Adventure
To nab the elusive Curveclaw during the initial excursion, one must venture into the Hunter’s Path. This location is crawling with delightful little insectoid creatures, affectionately named Skarr. Before diving headfirst into this entrancing chaos, it’s essential to obtain the Floating Cape, a brilliant gadget that’s unearthed by completing the Flexible Thorns quest in the Remote Lands. Because who doesn’t need yet another cape, right? This magical piece of cloth allows soaring through air currents, reaching new heights. Armed with this new fashion accessory, head towards the entrance of Hunter’s March. Stay glued to the left wall; if that wall was a friend at a party, this would be the time to cling to it while jumping precariously like a caffeine-fueled kangaroo.
After an exhilarating series of jumps that leave the player wondering how much coffee was consumed, success leads to none other than the Mottled Skarr — a hidden vendor in the area, who might as well be important because he’s the one with the goods. For 140 pearls (because apparently, money does grow on trees in this realm), he’ll hand over the coveted Curveclaw. With this newfound item, it’s possible to unleash elegant projectile attacks against enemies too far away to poke with a wooden stick. Isn’t that just delightful?
Finding the Curveclaw Post-Act 2: A Not-So-Funny Twist
Braving through the perils of the game may lead one to discover a heavy heart in Act 2. Upon entering the area, players might notice that Mottled Skarr has mysteriously vanished into thin air, likely whisked away by a making-a-fast-getaway villain or the game developers figuring out a plot twist. Alas, fear not, for all hope is not lost — the Curveclaw isn’t lost forever!
At this stage, if some strategic acrobatics have been mastered, this will come in handy. With the wondrous skill known as the Wall Jump (because why wouldn’t jumping off walls be crucial in a video game?), proceed to escape the cave from Hunter’s March. This skill allows climbing up the wall just above the entrance. A tantalizing floating platform awaits, leading to a new cavern to the left, making one feel like Indiana Jones, if he were a bug instead.
Upon entering this new den, players should prepare for an ambush by a gaggle of Skarr. After a bit of tussle, where one might feel like a bouncy ball in a match of dodgeball, the magical barrier separating the tool from deserving hands will lift. And there it is — the majestic tool hanging from a rope at the back, as if taunting with its coolness. With the Curveclaw in hand, combat options expand enormously, especially when dealing with those pesky flying swarms in Pharloom. No longer will they hover in their smarmy glory, for the Curveclaw has entered the scene with flair!
