After defeating the Widow in Deep Docks and claiming the Needolin, Hornet remembers a peculiar sealed door she passed at the very beginning of her journey through Moss Grotto. Something about it calls her back. When she returns and plays the Needolin, the door dissolves into strands of light, revealing Weavenest Atla —a hidden sanctuary that feels less like a boss arena and more like a treasure vault left behind by the weavers. As of 2026, this optional area remains one of the most rewarding detours in Hollow Knight: Silksong , and it takes only a short while to clear. 🕸️

Entering the Nest

Hornet’s first instinct inside the nest is to run right. She passes the first chamber and keeps moving until she reaches a small room with two white triggers embedded in the ceiling. A quick strike from her needle retracts them, and a map of the entire area drops into her hands. With the layout secured, she returns to the central chamber, where a strange device now hums with energy. Standing in its center for a heartbeat sends her downward in a flash of light. ✨

The Mysterious Eva

At the bottom, a small platform waits on the right. Hornet breaks through the wall and follows a corridor, smashing more barriers until she enters a glowing chamber. A voice hums in her ear—ancient, patient, and woven from silk itself. This is Eva , and she offers two precious upgrades: first, she strengthens the Hunter’s Crest, allowing Hornet to build focus and unleash deadlier attacks; second, she grants an extra slot beside the main crest for holding an additional yellow tool . Hornet accepts

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