**Hunter’s March**, located east of The Marrow in *Hollow Knight: Silksong*, is a perilous region teeming with challenges. Its labyrinthine ant colony tests players with **red crystal platforming puzzles**, relentless ant enemies, and a climactic boss battle. Below is a breakdown of strategies to navigate and conquer this area.

📍 Entering Hunter’s March

To access this zone:
– Travel to the **far-right edge of The Marrow**.
– Follow paths adorned with **glowing red crystals**—this marks the entrance.
– Prepare for nonstop platforming and combat as enemies swarm early and often.

💎 Mastering Crystal Platforming

The red crystals require precision:
– Use **down-thrust attacks** with your needle to bounce off crystals.
– Prioritize timing—**missed jumps** often lead to deadly falls or ambushes by enemy ants.
– Practice in safer areas before tackling complex sequences.

⚠️ Hostile Ant Enemies

Ant warriors dominate the area:
– Melee fighters and ranged attackers attack in groups.
– **Elite ants** guard critical paths and puzzles.
– Clear enemies methodically to avoid being overwhelmed during platforming.

🗺️ Obtaining the Hunter’s March Map

The map is essential but requires effort:
1. Defeat **Carmelita**, the zone’s boss.
2. After victory, locate the **map seller NPC** in the area.
3. Purchase the map for **70 Rosaries** to reveal pathways and avoid backtracking.

⚔️ Boss Battle: Carmelita

**Carmelita** unleashes rapid melee combos and charges. Key strategies include:
– Staying airborne by bouncing on crystals.
– Conserving Silk for evasive dashes.
– Finding healing windows after her slower attacks.

🛠️ Survival Tips

• **Practice bouncing** on crystals before engaging enemies.
• **Clear ant swarms** first to focus on platforming.
• **Save Silk** for emergency healing.
• **Buy the map early** to minimize disorientation.

❓ FAQ

How do you enter Hunter’s March?

Travel east through The Marrow until you spot red crystals.

What enemies are found here?

Various ant warriors, including ranged and elite variants.

How do you get the map?

Defeat Carmelita and purchase it from an NPC for 70 Rosaries.

What makes Hunter’s March difficult?

Its dual focus on precise platforming and swarm combat creates relentless pressure.