In the highly anticipated sequel to Team Cherry’s belovedHollow KnightMetroidvania masterpiece, players will take control of Hornet as she navigates the haunting kingdom of Pharloom inHollow Knight: Silksong. WhileHollow Knight: Silksongwill undoubtedly introduce a host of new characters, it would be reasonable for the developer to reprise some familiar faces from Hallownest in this new adventure. In terms of narrative building, some NPCs from the originalHollow Knightwould make excellent returning characters, offering continuity between games while expanding on established relationships with our silk-wielding protagonist.
Hollow Knight: Quirrel the Explorer
Quirrel stands as one ofHollow Knight’s most beloved NPCs, a thoughtful wanderer whose journey paralleled the Knight’s own. His inclusion inSilksongwould make perfect sense for several reasons.
Natural Explorer Connection
Quirrel’s defining characteristic is his insatiable wanderlust and curiosity about the world. As a seasoned explorer, it would be entirely in character for him to venture tonew kingdoms like Pharloom. His appearance could provide valuable context about how these distinct kingdoms relate to one another geographically and historically.
Mentor Potential and Fate Resolution
WhileQuirrel and Hornetshared minimal screen time in the original game, their dynamic as experienced warriors could evolve into a mentor-mentee relationship inSilksong. Given Quirrel’s philosophical nature and combat expertise, he could serve as both a source of wisdom and a combat trainer for Hornet’s new adventure. Additionally, Quirrel’s conclusion inHollow Knightwas deliberately ambiguous, with many players interpreting his final scene at Blue Lake as a peaceful suicide. However, Team Cherry could surprise fans by revealing he had moved on to new adventures.
Hollow Knight: Iselda and Cornifer
Mapping a New Kingdom and Business Expansion
The charming cartographer couple fromHollow Knightwould make perfect returning characters, potentially bringing both practical utility and emotional depth toSilksong’s world. Cornifer’s passion for charting unexplored territories makes him an obvious candidate to appear in Pharloom. Finding him hunched over his maps in obscure corners would provide welcome continuity for players; said maps could help Hornet navigate Pharloom’s complex environment just as they did for the Knight in Hallownest.
Iselda, tired of shopkeeping in Dirtmouth, might have finally gotten her wish to join her husband on adventures. The couple could have expanded their mapping business beyond Hallownest’s borders, seeking new territories to document.
Existing Hornet Connection
Both Iselda and Cornifer, unlike many NPCs, acknowledge knowing the princess protector in the original game. Their pre-existing connections provide a natural foundation for their appearance inSilksongwithout requiring narrative gymnastics to back it up.
Hollow Knight: Grimm and The Troupe
Natural World-Hopping Abilities and a Connection to Hornet Create a Bridge for the Grimm Troupe in Silksong
The mysterious Troupe, with their supernatural ability to travel between kingdoms, also present prime candidates for aSilksongappearance.The Grimm Troupe, established as a traveling circus with a built-in ability to traverse between realms, makes their inclusion in Pharloom entirely plausible from a lore perspective– they simply follow the ritual’s call to a new kingdom.
Hornet’s role as a protector of ritualistic traditions in Hallownest creates a thematic connection to Grimm’s own existence. This parallel could be explored more deeply if they encounter each other inSilksong, perhaps with Grimm recognizing a kindred spirit who understands the importance of ancient traditions.
Hollow Knight: The Hunter
New Journal Opportunities
The enigmatic creature who challenged the Knight to document Hallownest’s biodiversity would make a compelling addition toSilksong’s cast, bringing both gameplay and narrative benefits. The Hunter’s obsession with cataloging dangerous creatures would naturally draw him to Pharloom’s unique ecosystem. His appearance could reintroduce theHunter’s Journalmechanic from the original game, challenging Hornet to document new species while rewarding thorough exploration.
Respect for Hornet’s Prowess
The Hunter would likely hold Hornet in high regard for her hunting capabilities. This respect could form the basis for a more developed relationship inSilksong, perhaps with The Hunter seeing Hornet as a worthy apprentice or even rival. Fans will have to wait untilHollow Knight: Silksong’s releaseto discover which, if any, of these beloved characters make the journey to Pharloom. Regardless of Team Cherry’s choices, the sequel is set to expand the rich world and lore that made the original game so captivating, introducing new relationships while potentially building on established ones.
