Are you navigating the tricky Hunter’s March in *Hollow Knight: Silksong*? You’re not alone! This area is notorious for its spikes and aggressive ant enemies. If you haven’t mastered the Pogo technique yet, it’s time to focus on that skill. It will make your journey much smoother.
In this guide, I’ll share the best route through Hunter’s March. We’ll start with the powerful mini-boss Skarrgard and finish with a challenging fight in the Chapel of the Beast. Let’s dive in!
1. Get to the Marrow
Begin at the Bellway and fast travel to the Marrow. Then, head right until you find the shaft with a short stepladder leading down.
2. Face Skarrgard
Drop down to fight Skarrgard, the giant ant. This mini-boss can hit hard, so be on your toes. Keep close to him, dodging his attacks and striking when you can. When he falls, grab the nearby Shell Shards before proceeding to Hunter’s March.
3. Rescue the Flea
Next, Pogo jump across red plants to reach a captive Flea. Break the cage to free it, and then continue right to the next area.
4. The Gauntlet with Shakra
As you move east, you’ll encounter a challenge with waves of ant enemies. Shakra the map-maker will join you during the fight. Once you survive, talk to Shakra to buy the Hunter’s March map for 70 Rosaries.
5. Reach the Bench
After the fight, head through a colorful area filled with traps. Avoid the pressure plates, and don’t rush to the Bench—it’s trapped! First, disarm the trap by finding a hidden lever.
6. Meet Gilly
In the next room, you’ll find a dancing statue and Gilly the NPC. Chat with her and check out the area before moving on.
7. Discover Mottled Scarr
Ride the air current to find a secret passage holding Mottled Scarr, an ant-man merchant. He sells useful items, including the Fractured Mask which protects you against death for one hit. Make sure to buy if you can!
8. Unlock a Shortcut
Backtrack to a vertical shaft to unlock a shortcut leading to Deep Docks. It’s handy for future explorations.
9. Enter the Chapel of the Beast
After crossing some spikes and defeating a soldier ant, reach the Chapel. Look out for pressure plates and explore for a Memory Locket within a hanging cage.
10. Defeat the Savage Beastfly
In the Chapel, face off against the Savage Beastfly. This boss hits hard and can call in reinforcements in its second phase. Stay agile and pressure it as much as possible to claim your reward: the Beast Crest, which enhances your slashing attack.
After defeating the Beastfly, get used to Hornet’s new abilities before moving on. This area offers plenty of challenges but also rewarding experiences! Enjoy your journey through Hunter’s March!
For additional insights on character development and strategy, refer to this [IGN guide](https://www.ign.com/wikis/hollow-knight-silksong/Hunter’s_March) for a collaborative perspective on gameplay techniques and character builds.