Mysteries of Craftmetal in Hollow Knight: Silksong
Craftmetal, or as it’s humorously dubbed, “that shiny stuff that seems to hide better than your last pair of socks,” is a precious gem of a material in the game. Found scattered throughout the treacherous lands of Pharloom, this magical metal is a vital resource for forging and upgrading Hornet’s tools. It’s the kind of material that makes you wonder how it manages to blend into the background and avoids your grasp like a cat avoiding a bath.
In the chaotic universe of Hollow Knight: Silksong, every little upgrade can make a difference when facing the relentless challenges that Pharloom throws your way. Craftmetal is one of those essential resources players will desperately hunt for to unlock new tools or improve their arsenal. Sounds simple enough, right? Wrong! This material is rarer than finding a parking spot in a crowded city, and it necessitates a bit of exploration and a dash of reckless abandon.
Where to Sniff Out Craftmetal
The quest for Craftmetal is akin to a treasure hunt, minus the cheerful pirates and with way more bugs. It can be unearthed in various pesky locations, some of which could make even the bravest adventurer think twice. Below is a list of places where this elusive metal likes to play hide-and-seek:
- The Bone Chasm: Have a chat with Pebb, the local merchant who charges a handful of pearls—specifically, 60 of them—for a single piece of Craftmetal. Because why make it easy, right?
- The Den: Just east of that central bench (because where else would anything significant be?), strike a glowing explosive rock to reveal a sneaky passage. At the end of the hallway, voilà! A piece of Craftmetal greets you.
- Deep Slopes: To grab a piece here, unlock the door with a simple key, or maybe take the secret passage from the Remote Lands. A chest awaits inside, just sitting there like it’s expecting a guest.
- Eroded Steps: Head to the northeastern part where a narrow passage hides within the wall, just waiting for someone brave enough to find it.
- Will-O’-the-Wisp Grove: Traverse a sneaky path riddled with enemies, dodging fragile ceilings. At the end of it all, you’ll stumble upon a cache featuring a piece of Craftmetal, because why not make it a bit more dramatic?
- The Foundry: Two levels below the bench in the Cauldron, head west into a vast hall, where a piece of Craftmetal is unceremoniously stuck in a wall, looking as pleased as punch.
- Rotten Channels: From the bench in the land of Pucetopie, trot all the way to the right side of the map to pick up an extra piece. Maybe it will finally make up for that lost sock.
- Chorale Alcove: Wrap up the quest called “The Lost Merchant.” Once Jubilana is saved (and decidedly grateful), she’ll sell a piece of Craftmetal for 180 pearls. It’s her way of saying thank you, or perhaps a cunning marketing strategy!
The Purpose of Craftmetal: Why Bother?
After collecting enough of this shiny prize, it can be handed over to various artisans, who magically transform it into upgraded tools. Because nothing says ‘quality craftsmanship’ like a bug wielding metal tools! Here’s a rundown of where to go:
- The Forge Girl in the Deep Slopes: She will craft basic versions of tools, specifically the fabulous Magma Bell and Mortar. Perfect for satisfying your inner blacksmith!
- The Twelfth Architect in the Foundry is your go-to for snazzy items like the Saw Blade, Jingle Bell, or Gear Belt. Because every bug needs a matching accessory.
- The crafting table in Mount Fay can whip up the top-tier version of the Silk Shooter, which is crucial since defeating those pesky enemies requires the best tools.
- Darkvale’s Secondary Workshop brings you the Pimpillo, while The Great Galleries offers the charming Speckles. Truly, the art of upgrading has never looked so… fancy.
