All Mask Shard List and Locations in Hollow Knight: Silksong

Mask Shards are upgrade items found throughout Pharloom in Hollow Knight: Silksong. They are a returning collectible from the original Hollow Knight game that gives the Hornet a permanent HP bar increase each time they are gathered. For every four Mask Shards gathered, the Hunter will immediately receive a finished Ancient Mask, which will increase its health by one. The original Hollow Knight game contains 16 Mask Shards, and the Silksong challenges players to obtain 20 Mask Shards from different areas of Pharloom.

This guide lists all the Mask Shards that can be obtained in Hollow Knight: Silksong, as well as their in-game locations, essential Ancestral Art abilities, required key items, necessary tools, prerequisite wish quests, and other related requirements.

Bone Bottom Mask Shard

Mask Shard #1: Buy from Pebb at Bone Bottom (Act 1 onwards)

Head to Bone Bottom, which is west of Moss Grotto, and visit Pebb’s merchant shop. Pay 300 Rosaries to get the 1st Mask Shard.

Far Fields Mask Shards

Mask Shard #2: Hit the sticky bomb at Far Fields

Before locating the Mask Shard, make sure the Hornet has already cleared the Flexile Spines Hunting Quest and obtained the Drifter’s Cloak. Outside the Seamstress’s location, move east towards the Updraft Platforms. Then, jump and ride the wind to the top, making your way to the northwest area.

Continue moving west and target the first Sticky Bomb at the bottom. Then, glide to the other side and ignore the Sticky Bomb attached to the ceiling for a while. Go left a little and drop to the bottom to hit the second Sticky Bomb. Then, move to the right and hit the third Sticky Bomb, enabling the Hunter to float and reach the fourth Sticky Bomb. Reach the ceiling and destroy the bomb. After that, pick the 2nd Mask Shard from the floor.

Mask Shard #3: Escape from rising lava at Skull Cavern

To acquire the Mask Shard, Hunter must have access to the Clawline grappling hook and the Faydown Cloak. From the Seamstress’s home, head east and reach the Skull Cavern. Hit the sticky bombs and descend to the deepest level of the cavern.

Take down the enemies nearby and use the steam from the increasing lava to glide towards the top. Land on the east corner to acquire the 3rd Mask Shard.

When you reach the forked path, take the left pathway to continue ascending towards the top.

Mask Shard #4: Beat the Sprintmaster Swift in a race (Act 3 only)

To acquire the Mask Shard, the Hunter needs access to the Clawline, Faydown Cloak, and Silkspeed Anklets tools. From the Pilgrim’s Rest, proceed to the upper level and continue moving east, passing through an area with platforms, grass, and red spikes. Enter the house in the corner.

Talk to Sprintmaster Swift and win his three-race challenge. After winning the Rosary Necklace and the Beast Shard in the first two races, win the third race and receive the 4th Mask Shard as a reward.

This Mask Shard is only available in Act 3 after clearing the Fastest in Pharloom Wish.

Deep Docks Mask Shard

Mask Shard #5: At the shelf room at Deep Docks

Before going, you must have the Cling Grip and Swift Step Ancestral Arts. From The Marrows’ east bench, the passage southeast, avoiding the spikes at the bottom. Enter the Deep Docks and head straight east. Bounce off the platforms to dodge the volcanic ground and proceed to the next area with the 5th Mask Shard.

If you haven’t acquired any abilities yet, lure the flying enemies away from the platform near the Mask Shard and bounce off it to get the item.

Wormways Mask Shard

Mask Shard #6: Break the hidden wall at Wormways

You must have the Swift Step ability to advance. Take the lift from the Moss Grotto base area and jump across the small platforms to reach a location with a floating cage to the left. Head west further by jumping over multiple floating cages. Then, enter the Wormways cave area guarded by the Craggler.

Continue further left while avoiding acid attacks to get to the other side of the area. Descend to the lower ground with water. Then, hit the east wall along the water’s edge to reveal a hidden corner with the 6th Mask Shard.

Bellhart Mask Shards

Mask Shard #7: Defeat the Savage Beastly

Visit the Wishboard in Bellhart and start the «Grand Hunt Savage Beastfly» quest. Then, move to Far Fields and find the place where you previously battled the Fourth Chorus boss, which is also west of the Seamstress’s home.

Take down the Savage Beastfly and collect the item drops, such as the Horn Fragment. Return to Bellhart and check the Wishboard to return the fragment in return for the 7th Mask Shard.

Examine and dodge the Savage Beastfly’s charge attacks from both directions and ground-pound moves. Defeat the boss as soon as possible since its ground attacks reduce the Hunter’s landing areas.

Mask Shard #8: Beat Gurr the Outcast (Act 3 only)

Head back to Bellhart’s wishwall and start «The Hidden Hunter» quest. Teleport to the closest east bench in Far Fields and continue east until you reach Pilgrim’s Rest at the top. From there, proceed eastward on the northeast trail. Look for a shining object on the grass floor to trigger a trap.

The Hunter will face Gurr the Outcast after falling into a secret passageway that leads to a small arena. Get out of the trap and take down the boss enemy. After winning, go to his trophy room on the left and hop over a few platforms to reach an upper level. Acquire the Grass Doll attached to a piece of rope and return to the mission board to exchange the item for the 8th Mask Shard.

When Gurr the Outcast crawls underground, avoid staying on the ground as spikes will be pushed out. Also, the boss will target you with charge attacks and flower spikes.

Mask Shard #9: Hunt Void Masses within Pharloom (Act 3 only)

Accept the «Dark Hearts» mission from the wishboard. Locate and destroy the twelve void masses around Pharloom.

• Whispering Vaults has 3 Void Masses.
• Choral Chambers has 5 Void Masses.
• High Halls has 1 Void Mass.
• The Marrow has 2 Void Masses.
• Hunter’s March has 1 Void Mass.

Return to Bellhart’s wishwall and get the 9th Mask Shard.

Void Masses will respond by attacking the Hunter with tentacles and dark substances.

Shellwood Mask Shard

Mask Shard #10: Reach the Platform with Hanging Vines (Act 1 onwards)

Before obtaining the Mask Shard in Shellwood, the Hunter should already have access to Drifter’s Cloak. Transfer to the lower or upper west bench in Shellwood and go east. Once you see a vertical pathway with small platforms and white blooming flowers, head upward or downward to locate a passable east area.

In the easternmost area, continue moving east by jumping over the short platforms and blooming white flowers. Reach the last platform area covered with grass and hanging vines to obtain the 10th Mask Shard.

Weavenest Atla Mask Shard

Mask Shard #11: Get to the platform above the Lava Geysers

Before entering Weavenest, the Hunter must have access to Swift Step, Cling Grip, Drifter’s Cloak, and Needolin. Warp to Moss Grotto and drop to the bottom level to reach a grassy floor with a circular cage. Go west and slightly north to reach the next upper level. Then, go east until you reach the door entrance to Weavenest Atla.

Enter the door leading to the upper level and reach the east end. Then, hit the two glowing lightbulbs and grab a map layout for Weavenest Atla. Return to the central area of the pathway and teleport to the bottom of the shaft. Use Cling Grip to climb upward and enter the other east path. The Hunter will slowly descend southeast and break hidden walls along the way.

Once the Hunter arrives at the lava geysers of the Abyss, move east while jumping over platforms. Then, wall climb onto the east wall and go left through the platforms and floating objects. See the 11th Mask Shard above the final platform.

Blasted Steps Mask Shard

Mask Shard #12: Proceed to the vertical passage of Blasted Steps

To access this item, you will need Drifter’s Cloak, Clawline, and Faydown Cloak. Transfer to the Blasted Steps bench and go right to descend towards the bottom level. From that floor, head west and use the elevated platforms you encounter to enter the narrow vertical pathway.

The narrow, vertical path will lead the Hunter northeast. Continue reaching the top while avoiding spikes and boulders. The 12th Mask Shard is located in the upper left section.

Choral Chambers Mask Shard

Mask Shard #13: Purchase from Jubilana near the First Shrine

Before going to the shop, the Hunter must complete «The Wandering Merchant» wish. To begin this quest, look for Jubilana to the southeast of Citadel Spa. Teleport to the First Shrine bench within The Vaults and pay 750 Rosaries for the 14th Mask Shard.

Cogwork Core Mask Shard

Mask Shard #14: Defeat the enemies on the shifting platform

Cling Grip and Drifter’s Cloak are required abilities for obtaining this Mask Shard. From the bench on the lower half level of Cogwork Core, drop below and enter the first open passage to the west.

When you enter a platform room, the Hunter will be locked inside. Then, various enemies will appear while the platforms shift erratically. After clearing the room, move west and climb upwards to obtain the 14th Mask Shard.

There will be flying and shielded enemies, so strike them multiple times while navigating along the platforms.

The Slab Mask Shard

Mask Shard #15: Avoid the spike wheels and reach the northwest area

The Mask Shard needs multiple items and abilities, such as Key of Apostate, Clawline, Cling Grip, Faydown Cloak, and Drifter’s Cloak. Transfer to the east bench of The Slab and go west to reach a vertical passage. Then, head upwards and enter the second room on your right using the Apostate Key.

While inside, go further east and reach the platform’s center to activate multiple mechanisms. After that, use your abilities to reach the top, while evading the moving Spike Wheels. Use the floating cages and walls to get to the upper west corner, which contains the 15th Mask Shard.

Mount Fay Mask Shards

Mask Shard #16: Enter the hollow rock pillar

Getting this Mask Shard requires Cling Grip and Faydown Cloak. Transfer to the west bench of Mount Fay and head west. Destroy the wall blocking the way and look for the stone platform. Stay on the platform and use the Faydown Cloak to launch through the hollow pillar. Continue using Cling Grip to get the 16th Mask Shard.

Mask Shard #17: Reach the top of the hidden ice passage (Act 3 Only)

The essential skills to get the Mask Shard are the ing: Cling Grip, Clawline, Faydown Cloak, and Silk Soar. When the Hunter arrives at Mount Fay’s center bench, go east and drop to the narrow canal leading to the middle section of the map. Pick the higher pathway and move west. Then, cross the gap and reach a single platform in the middle. Use the Silk Soar skill to launch the Hunter to break the ceiling.

Inside the ice passage, head east and continue breaking the ice blocks by using Clawline. Then, move to the next upper level and reach Brightvein. Position the Hunter near the cold water and launch through the narrow gap. After that, jump towards the other side, while avoiding the floating enemies. Use skills, such as Cling Grip and Clawline, to stay on the ice wall and reach the top with the 17th Mask Shard.

Some ice blocks will regenerate, and you can make use of them to rebound towards the walls.

Whispering Vaults Mask Shards

Mask Shard #18: Unlock the ladder patch and hit the movable box

Gain access to the Drifter’s Cloak and Cling Grip skills to acquire the Mask Shard. Descend to the bottom level of Whispering Vaults’ Song Clave, and enter the second route on the right. Stay in the middle of the route, which is before the puzzle room with shifting boxes. Then, hit the ceiling to reveal a ladder patch and an opening that will take the Hunter to the unreachable third passageway.

Use Cling Grip to climb the unlocked path and strike the block hindering your way. Move further to the top to find the 18th Mask Shard on the left.

Bilewater Mask Shard

Mask Shard #19: Enter the 3rd east passageway and head northeast

Drifter’s Cloak, Cling Grip, Clawline, and Faydown Cloak are required Hunter abilities to obtain this Mask Shard. Teleport to the southwest bench of Bilewater, located east of the Exhaust Organ. Then, head north and enter the east pathway, which leads to the next vertical tunnel. Go upwards again by bouncing off walls and platforms, while avoiding flying creatures who spray acid. After that, enter the next east entryway.

Continue east down this corridor, passing via the first vertical pathway. Jump northeast from the second vertical passage to reach the final route with poisonous water. Keep traveling until you reach the finish to get to the 19th Mask Shard.

Wisp Thicket Mask Shard

Mask Shard #20: Evade the homing fire attacks and poison pool

Among the Hunter abilities needed for this Mask Shard are Drifter’s Cloak, Cling Grip, Clawline, and Faydown Cloak. From the Greymoor bench, proceed east and north through the vertical passageway, avoiding the spikes. The Hunter can also use the hanging red bags to bounce off and avoid homing fire attacks.

Enter the path to the right to avoid more fire attacks. Then, use the short platforms to avoid being harmed by the poison pool. When you reach the finish, bounce off the wall and glide towards the upper west section, which contains the 20th Mask Shard.

Разблокированы трофеи и достижения

By collecting all Mask Shards in Hollow Knight: Silksong, players will be able to acquire the ing trophies and achievements:

Obtaining all 20 Mask Shards in Hollow Knight: Silksong ensures the Hunter’s survival while navigating and clearing quests in Pharloom. It will also help the player improve their use of Ancient Arts, which are necessary for exploring and eliminating enemies in the main story. Furthermore, it will motivate the player to collect key items and tools required to find the path to each collectible item.