Sister Splinter ranks among Hollow Knight: Silksong’s most demanding boss battles within Shellwood. This ceiling-dwelling menace hurls spikes and swarms the battlefield with minions, blocking progress until defeated.

Locating Sister Splinter

• Found in Shellwood’s upper regions
• From the central bench, ride the elevator up, traverse right, climb platforms, then head left into her arena
• This fight is mandatory for progression

Battle Strategy

• Phase 1:
  • Watch for her claw’s wind-up animation to dodge sideways attacks
  • Punish with rapid upward Needle strikes, but avoid jumping into her hitbox
  • Destroy thorn spikes immediately after they land to prevent arena overcrowding
  • Eliminate summoned minions instantly to reduce chaos
• Phase 2 (50% health):
  • Increased attack speed and spike density
  • Prioritize aerial enemies while maintaining spike clearance
  • Use Silk Skills during her knockdown state for maximum damage

Pro Tip: Position yourself beneath her for optimal dodging, heal during lulls, and conserve powerful attacks for stun phases.

FAQ

• Rewards: Unlocks critical movement abilities and progression routes
• Skippable?: No – Shellwood remains inaccessible until her defeat
• Spike Management: Balance destruction of immediate threats with maintaining attack momentum