Mount Fay Walkthrough - Silksong Guide

Mount Fay Overview

Mount Fay is one of the most challenging areas in Hollow Knight Silksong, located in the northwestern region of Pharloom. This frigid mountain environment tests players' platforming skills while offering the game-changing Faydown Cloak ability.

Mount Fay Visual Guide

Mount Fay Overview

Challenging Ascent

Near the Summit

Getting to Mount Fay - Essential Prerequisites

⚠️ Critical Warning

Mount Fay's frigid environment deals continuous cold damage. You have approximately 20 seconds before taking your first damage, then damage accelerates rapidly. Always plan your route between warming lanterns!

Prerequisites

Before attempting Mount Fay, ensure you have these essential abilities:

1

Clawline (Grappling Hook)

Essential for navigating Mount Fay's vertical sections. Obtained in The Cauldron area of the Underworks.

2

Swift Step (Air Dash)

Required for crossing large gaps and avoiding environmental hazards.

3

Drifter's Cloak (Glide)

Helps with precision platforming and extending jump distance.

4

Wall Jump

Necessary for climbing vertical sections and accessing hidden areas.

Getting to Mount Fay

Access to Mount Fay requires a specific sequence of events:

Step 1: Get Captured

You need to be captured by a Wardenfly enemy in the top-right section of Deep Docks. Allow the enemy to trap you in sticky globules - this is intentional!

Step 2: The Slab Prison

You'll be transported to a prison area called The Slab. Navigate through this area to escape and reach Mount Fay.

💡 Pro Tip

Don't fight the Wardenfly when it tries to capture you. Let it happen - this is the only way to access Mount Fay!

Surviving the Cold

Mount Fay's extreme cold is your primary enemy. Here's how to survive:

Cold Damage Mechanics

Initial Grace Period: 20 seconds before first damage
Accelerating Damage: ~3 seconds per tick after first hit
Water Hazard: Submerged areas cause faster damage
Warming Sources: Lanterns and fireplaces provide temporary relief

Survival Strategy

Plan your route carefully between warming sources. Never attempt long platforming sequences without a clear path to the next lantern. Speed is essential - hesitation can be fatal.

Obtaining the Faydown Cloak

The Faydown Cloak awaits at Mount Fay's summit, granting the coveted double jump ability.

The Final Ascent

The path to the summit involves:

Complex grappling hook sequences
Precise wall jumping on crumbling platforms
Avoiding spike traps while managing cold damage
Perfect timing between warming lanterns

The Altar

At the summit, interact with the ancient altar. A majestic bird will descend and grant you the Faydown Cloak, unlocking the double jump ability that opens up the entire world of Silksong.

💡 After Obtaining the Cloak

With double jump, you can now access previously unreachable areas throughout Silksong. Consider revisiting earlier locations for new secrets and collectibles!

Checkpoints and Rest Areas

Mount Fay has limited rest areas - use them wisely:

1

Shakra's Shop

Near the entrance. Purchase the area map here - it's essential for navigation.

2

Hidden Bench

Lower-left section near a Mask Shard. Break the wall to reveal the passage. Costs 90 Rosaries to activate.

3

Mid-Mountain Rest

Located in the middle-right portion during your ascent to the peak.

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