Faydown Cloak Guide
Master Mount Fay and unlock the game-changing double jump ability
What is the Faydown Cloak?
The Faydown Cloak is one of the most crucial abilities in Hollow Knight Silksong, granting Hornet the power of double jump. This ability fundamentally changes exploration and platforming throughout the game, opening up previously inaccessible areas and secrets.
The Faydown Cloak - Double Jump Ability
Double Jump
Press jump again while airborne to perform a second jump, greatly extending your reach and mobility.
Enhanced Mobility
Combine with existing abilities like glide and dash for incredible aerial maneuverability.
World Access
Unlock new areas throughout Silksong that were previously unreachable without double jump.
Prerequisites for Mount Fay
Before attempting to reach the Faydown Cloak, ensure you have these essential abilities:
Clawline (Grappling Hook)
Absolutely essential for Mount Fay navigation. Found in The Cauldron area of the Underworks. Without this, you cannot progress through Mount Fay's vertical sections.
Swift Step (Air Dash)
Required for crossing gaps and avoiding environmental hazards. The dash provides crucial momentum for platforming sequences.
Drifter's Cloak (Glide)
Helps with precision platforming and extending jump distance. Essential for navigating Mount Fay's challenging sections.
Wall Jump Mastery
You must be comfortable with wall jumping mechanics, as Mount Fay features extensive vertical climbing sections.
Step-by-Step Faydown Cloak Guide
Getting Captured
Navigate to the top-right section of Deep Docks and locate a Wardenfly enemy. Intentionally allow it to capture you by letting it trap you in sticky globules. Do not fight back - this is the only way to access Mount Fay.
- The Wardenfly will jump toward Hornet and place her in a sac
- You'll be transported to The Slab prison area
- This is completely intentional and part of the progression
Escaping The Slab
Navigate through The Slab prison to escape and reach Mount Fay. Avoid unnecessary combat to conserve health for the challenges ahead.
- Recover your equipment from the guards
- Re-equip all crests, tools, and items
- Exit leads directly to Mount Fay base
Surviving the Cold
Mount Fay's extreme cold is your primary enemy. You have 20 seconds before taking damage, then damage accelerates rapidly.
- Plan routes between warming lanterns
- Never attempt long sequences without a clear path to warmth
- Submerged water areas cause faster damage
- Speed is essential - hesitation can be fatal
Navigating to the Summit
The ascent to the Faydown Cloak requires mastering complex platforming sequences:
- Use Clawline to grapple onto enemies, walls, and rings
- Master wall jump timing on crumbling platforms
- Avoid spike traps while managing cold damage
- Utilize all abilities in combination for maximum efficiency
Claiming the Faydown Cloak
At Mount Fay's summit, you'll find an ancient altar. Interact with it to trigger the Faydown Cloak sequence.
- A majestic bird will descend from above
- The bird grants you the Faydown Cloak
- Double jump ability is immediately available
- Test the ability before leaving the summit
Advanced Platforming Techniques
Master these techniques for Mount Fay success:
Clawline Mastery
The Clawline consumes silk, which regenerates slowly unless you hit enemies. Plan your grappling sequences carefully and maintain full silk when possible.
Momentum Conservation
Use dash at the peak of jumps for maximum distance. Chain wall jumps to maintain upward momentum without losing speed.
Cold Management
Count your time away from warming sources. If you're not making progress after 15 seconds, retreat to the nearest lantern and reassess your approach.
Emergency Tactics
If health is critically low, prioritize reaching warmth over perfect platforming. It's better to restart a section than lose significant progress.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Fighting the Wardenfly: You must let it capture you to access Mount Fay
- Rushing platforming: Precision is more important than speed in complex sections
- Ignoring silk management: Running out of silk mid-sequence is often fatal
- Poor route planning: Always identify your next warming source before leaving safety
🎉 After Obtaining the Faydown Cloak
Congratulations! With the double jump ability, you can now:
- Access previously unreachable areas throughout Silksong
- Discover new secrets and collectibles in earlier locations
- Navigate challenging platforming sections with greater ease
- Combine double jump with other abilities for incredible mobility
Step-by-Step Visual Guide
Follow these screenshots showing the complete Mount Fay climbing sequence:
Step 1: Initial Ascent
Starting the climb
Using clawline
First checkpoint
Step 2: Summit Approach
Advanced platforming
Near the summit
Final approach