Hollow Knight: Silksong – Mask Maker Location Guide

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There are many hidden details in Hollow Knight: Silksong, such as secret locations and hidden NPCs like the Mask Maker. Even though she doesn’t seem to be part of any big quests or rewards, the Mask Maker is a familiar face from the original Hollow Knight that players might recognize. She plays an important role by helping various creatures in Hallownest, so it’s worth meeting her at least once.

In the first game, the Mask Maker was found in Deepnest, where she was an intriguing character with lots of knowledge. She knew a lot about the history and stories of Hallownest, especially about the masks she crafted for different bugs. Now, as you search for items in Silksong, you might find a new character who holds this title.

Where to Find the Mask Maker

The Mask Maker in Silksong is located in the Mount Fay area. To find her, you need to have the map of Mount Fay, which you can buy from Shakra once you come across her in the area.

Maps are useful early in the game, but Shakra can be tricky to locate. To find her, go west from the quick travel point at The Slab, then use the Clawline skill to cross the hanging chains and move further west, where you’ll hear her singing.

Once you have the map, look for a room with a jetstream that pushes you high into the upper parts of Mount Fay. Head west from the first platform you see when climbing upward. In the next room, keep going west until you see a big drop.

To reach her:

Drop down and float southwest until you land in a walkable area.
Go west past some ruins until you reach a room filled with spikes on the ground.
Use your Double Jump and Harpoon skills to jump over enemies and climb upward.
Reach the top of the room, then continue climbing higher.
Keep using your Double Jump and attack bugs to ascend further.
At the northwest tip of the area, you will find an entrance where the Mask Maker’s home is located.

The Double Jump ability, which you learn while exploring Mount Fay, is essential for reaching her. You’ll need to hang onto walls and make precise jumps, so it might take a few tries to get there.

What the Mask Maker Does in Silksong

Even though she’s not exactly the same Mask Maker from the first game, the character you meet in Silksong is still quite interesting. Talking to her is your main reward; her dialogue offers important insights into the world of the game.

The Mask Maker, true to her name, creates masks for bugs in Hallownest, which is a vital but often overlooked part of their world. If you use Hornet’s Charge Attack on her, you can even knock off her mask, revealing her true face underneath.

This action unlocks new dialogue and reveals more secrets about the setting, which fans of the series will find especially fascinating. For players aiming to complete Hollow Knight: Silksong 100%, finding the Mask Maker is a key step, as she adds another piece to the puzzle you don’t want to miss.