All Quests & Wishes Guide

Quest System Overview

Hollow Knight: Silksong features a formal quest system called Wishes — tasks given by NPCs throughout Pharloom that range from simple fetch quests to complex multi-step adventures. There are 21 main story quests and 54 side quests (Wishes) in the base game.

Wishes are tracked in your journal and categorized by type. Completing them rewards Rosary Beads, Tools, Mask Shards, and other valuable items. Many Wishes also unlock new areas or NPC interactions.

Wish Categories

• Story Wishes — Required for main progression
• Rescue Wishes — Save trapped NPCs or Fleas
• Fetch Wishes — Deliver items between NPCs
• Hunt Wishes — Defeat specific enemies or bosses
• Explore Wishes — Discover hidden locations
• Craft Wishes — Gather materials for NPC crafters

Main Story Quests

The main story progresses through two acts, each culminating in a major boss encounter. Here are all 21 main quests in order:

Act 1: The Bells of Pharloom

Act 2: The Cradle

Notable Side Quests (Wishes)

With 54 side quests, we'll highlight the most important and rewarding ones organized by area.

Moss Grotto & Mosshome (8 Wishes)

The Herbalist's Request

NPC: Mosskin Herbalist (Moss Grotto) Task: Gather 3 Healing Moss samples from different areas of the Grotto Reward: Poison Needles tool + 100 Rosaries Tips: Healing Moss glows faintly green. Check near water sources and damp walls.

Elder's Memories

NPC: Mosshome Elder Task: Find 5 Memory Fragments scattered around Mosshome Reward: Lore tablets + 200 Rosaries + Mask Shard Tips: Memory Fragments shimmer near lore-significant locations. Use the Cartographer's Quill to spot unexplored rooms.

Lost Child of Mosshome

NPC: Worried Mosskin Parent (Mosshome Village) Task: Find and rescue the lost Mosskin child in the lower caves Reward: 150 Rosaries + unlocks the Mosskin shop discount

The Weaver's Apprentice

NPC: Old Weaver (Mosshome) Task: Deliver silk thread to three weavers across Pharloom Reward: Silk Spinner tool Tips: Multi-step quest spanning Mosshome, Greymoor, and the Citadel. One of the longest side quests.

Bone Bottom & Greymoor (10 Wishes)

Shakra's Map Collection

NPC: Shakra (Bone Bottom) Task: Find and return 3 lost map fragments from surrounding areas Reward: Discounted map prices + 200 Rosaries

The Mourner's Vigil

NPC: The Mourner (Greymoor Cemetery) Task: Bring a Delicate Flower from the Moss Grotto to the Mourner without taking damage Reward: 500 Rosaries + unique lore dialogue Tips: Extremely challenging — the flower breaks if Hornet takes any hit. Plan your route carefully and clear enemies beforehand.

Gravedigger's Task

NPC: Gravedigger (Greymoor) Task: Clear 5 undead enemies from marked graves Reward: 300 Rosaries + Thorn Ward tool

Pilgrim Protection

NPC: Pilgrim Leader (Greymoor) Task: Escort a group of pilgrims safely through the Pilgrim's Corridor Reward: 400 Rosaries

The Marrow & Wormways (8 Wishes)

Beast Tamer's Challenge

NPC: Beast Tamer (Hunter's March) Task: Defeat 3 wild beasts without using tools Reward: Beast Crest enhancement + 300 Rosaries

Worm Charmer

NPC: Worm Elder (Wormways) Task: Navigate a hidden worm tunnel maze to reach a secret shrine Reward: 400 Rosaries + Mask Shard

The Lost Expedition

NPC: Expedition Leader (The Marrow) Task: Find 4 lost expedition members throughout The Marrow Reward: 500 Rosaries + access to the Marrow Treasury (hidden Rosary stash)

Citadel of Bells & Beyond (12 Wishes)

Clockwork Restoration

NPC: Clockwork Engineer (Citadel) Task: Collect 5 Clockwork Gears from various areas and return them Reward: Clock Beetle tool + 300 Rosaries Tips: Gears are found in: Bone Bottom (1), Greymoor (1), The Marrow (1), Blasted Steps (1), Citadel Library (1)

The Lighthouse Keeper

NPC: Lighthouse Keeper (Deep Docks) Task: Restore power to the lighthouse by finding 3 Light Crystals Reward: Lure Lantern tool + 400 Rosaries

Lace's Redemption

NPC: Lace (post-second encounter) Task: Find Lace's lost memento in 3 locations she mentions Reward: Silk Shield tool + major lore revelations Tips: This quest significantly impacts certain endings. Complete it before facing the final boss.

Colosseum Champion

NPC: Colosseum Master Task: Complete all three Colosseum trial tiers Reward: 1,000 Rosaries total + Champion's Medal + achievement

Quest Completion Tips

1. Talk to every NPC twice — Many NPCs only offer Wishes on the second conversation, or after certain story milestones.

2. Check your journal regularly — The Wishes tab tracks active quests and gives hints about objectives. Easy to forget about quests you accepted hours ago.

3. Some Wishes have prerequisites — Certain side quests only become available after completing specific main story quests or other Wishes.

4. Deliver quests chain across areas — Several Wishes require traveling between distant zones. Unlock Bellways first to make these manageable.

5. The Mourner's Vigil is the hardest side quest — The no-damage flower delivery is notoriously difficult. Attempt it after mastering the route and clearing all enemies along your path.

6. Quest rewards stack — Some tool rewards from Wishes are the only way to obtain those tools. Don't skip side quests if you want 100% completion.

7. NPC locations can change — Some NPCs move after certain story events. If an NPC isn't where you expect, check nearby areas or advance the story.

8. 54 Wishes for 100% — All side quests must be completed for the Speed Completion achievement's 100% requirement, but not for the main story.