Hollow Knight: Silksong’s Multiple Endings Should Risk Shaking the Hornet’s Nest

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So far, there’s not a lot of information available about Hollow Knight: Silksong, mainly because it has been very secretive for the past six years. However, all this secrecy and lack of communication have sparked numerous theories and expectations for the upcoming sequel. The gameplay featuring Hornet from Hollow Knight: Silksong was shown six years ago, and within the next two months, more of the game will be playable at two separate events. This means players might get to explore Pharloom and possibly learn even more about the game that has been shrouded in mystery until now.

The specifics of what we’ll learn about Hollow Knight: Silksong before its release, which is anticipated to occur by year-end, remain unclear. However, one question that might first appear straightforward may not be as simple as it seems. The answer to this query would not only clear up numerous theories but also give players an idea of what the game’s conclusions will entail. In truth, Hollow Knight: Silksong is likely to have various endings. Whether the sequel serves as a direct narrative continuation or a prequel will significantly impact the nature of these endings.

If Hollow Knight: Silksong is a Sequel, It May Truly Be a ‘Swan Song’ for the Franchise

It seems quite logical to assume that the game “Silksong” is following the path of being a true sequel to “Hollow Knight.” There isn’t any definitive lore or rules about the various endings in “Hollow Knight” that would significantly impact “Silksong” as either a sequel or prequel, aside from some minor details like Hornet’s fate in Sealed Siblings.

The distinction isn’t as black-and-white as Crystal Peak, and it won’t become clear until there’s definite confirmation either way. If it turns out to be a true sequel to the Hollow Knight story (assuming Team Cherry might not want to continue the series, especially if that meant dedicating another decade to development), there’s a strong possibility that Hornet could meet her end, in at least one of several conclusions. However, making Hornet’s death a ‘true,’ canonical ending would be a bold and climactic way to conclude the Hollow Knight duology, although such an ending would likely be a sorrowful one as well.

Hollow Knight’s endings include:

  • The Hollow Knight
  • Sealed Siblings
  • Dream No More
  • Embrace the Void
  • Delicate Flower

The title ‘Silksong’ is clearly connected to Pharloom as a realm governed by silk and music, yet it has traditionally been interpreted as hinting at the franchise’s final installment or ‘swan song’. Exploring this perspective could lead to a deeply moving conclusion. However, other possible endings will undoubtedly be analyzed for any signs of a sequel or even hints towards potential story expansions for Hollow Knight: Silksong.

If Hollow Knight: Silksong is a Prequel, It Might Hold Onto That for a Plot Twist Surprise

In terms of the plot, it’s clear that Hornet has been taken to Pharloom. The Steam page for Hollow Knight: Silksong describes it as a sequel to Hollow Knight, but this term could be used to mean simply that Silksong is the second game in the series, without necessarily implying a chronological sequence of events.

As a fervent fan, I can’t help but ponder an intriguing possibility: Could Hollow Knight: Silksong be a prequel? This captivating notion, though it may eventually prove to be a discredited theory once the game begins, would add layers of depth to both its lore and character development.

Team Cherry has honed their skill in maintaining secrecy, and it would indeed be extraordinary if Hollow Knight: Silksong managed to conceal its prequel status while offering multiple endings that seamlessly connect with the events of the first game post-ascension of Pharloom. Given the limited information available and the scarcity of connections established between the two games, the narrative in Hollow Knight: Silksong could potentially take an unexpected turn.

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2025-08-07 02:05