Are you planning to upgrade your Needle weapon by using Pale Oil in Hollow Knight: Silksong? The damage that you deal early in the game might not seem much. However, as you progress through the campaign, you’re bound to find items that bolster your offense when fighting enemies.
Where to find all weapon upgrades in Hollow Knight: Silksong – Pale Oil locations guide
Upgrading your melee weapon, the Needle, requires a material known as Pale Oil. There are a few of these scattered all over the Kingdom of Pharloom. Once you’ve obtained them, you can hand them over to an NPC named Pinmaster Plinney to improve your gear’s damage.
Needle upgrade #1: Bellhart
The first Hollow Knight: Silksong weapon upgrade comes from Pinmaster Plinney himself. He’s located in the settlement of Bellhart, which is halfway between the regions of Greymoor and Shellwood.
Plinney and the rest of the citizens of Bellhart won’t appear right from the get-go. That’s because the town is afflicted with a curse. To remove it, you must defeat a boss named the Widow, who resides in the upper reaches of Bellhart. You can’t miss this since this is actually a main quest.
In any case, once the townsfolk have been freed, jump up the ledges to reach the bellhome at the right-hand side of the chamber. Talk to Plinney to receive your first upgrade for free.
Needle upgrade #2: Whispering Vaults – Crate Puzzle
Now, you need to find Pale Oil in Hollow Knight: Silksong. This material is what’s used to upgrade your weapon further past the first tier.
You can obtain one in the Whispering Vaults sub-zone of the Citadel. At the left-hand side, there’s a large room with several crates. The goal is to strike the crates to create a passageway that leads to the exit to the left. Pay attention to the horizontal and vertical beams in the background, as these represent where the crates can move toward when hit.
Needle upgrade #3: Choral Chamber – Great Taste of Pharloom
There’s another Pale Oil that can be yours if you complete a quest called Great Taste of Pharloom. This task does require a bit of effort since you have to look for five ingredients that are in specific locations of the game world. We’ve got all the details in our Great Taste of Pharloom guide, but here’s a list of what you need:
- Mossberry Stew – Mosshome
- Vintage Nectar – Greymoor
- Pickled Muckmaggot – Sinner’s Road
- Crustnut – Sands of Karak
- Courier’s Rasher – Bellhart
These are the locations of Pale Oil in Hollow Knight: Silksong. We’ll let you know if we discover more of these Needle weapon upgrades, so stay tuned.
Play as Hornet and brave the dangers of the Kingdom of Pharloom. If you need help with various secrets and challenges, you can always check our Hollow Knight: Silksong guides hub.
Great overview of the Pale Oil weapon upgrades! It’s always exciting to find ways to enhance our gear in games like Hollow Knight: Silksong. Looking forward to trying out these tips!
Thanks for the kind words! Enhancing gear definitely adds a new layer of strategy to the game. Also, have you considered how the upgrades might change your approach to different enemies? It could open up some interesting combat tactics!
I completely agree! Upgrading the Needle with Pale Oil not only boosts your damage but also opens up new combat techniques. It really encourages players to experiment with different playstyles.
additional combat strategies that can really enhance your gameplay. It’s interesting how the upgrades can change your approach to different enemies. Have you found any specific areas where the upgraded Needle makes a noticeable difference?
Absolutely! Upgrading the Needle with Pale Oil can really change your approach to combat. It’s also worth noting that combining certain charms with your upgraded weapon can create some powerful synergies, making battles even more dynamic.
great for exploring tougher areas more efficiently. Plus, combining the upgrades with different charms can create some interesting synergies that enhance gameplay even further!
Absolutely! The upgrades really do enhance your exploration, and experimenting with different charms can lead to some interesting strategies. It’s all about finding the right balance to suit your playstyle!
I completely agree! The combination of upgrades and charms can really change your playstyle. It’s interesting how some charms work better with specific upgrades, making each run feel unique. Have you found any favorite charm and upgrade combos yet?
Absolutely! Experimenting with different upgrades and charms can lead to some unique strategies. Plus, finding all the Pale Oil locations might reveal some hidden secrets in the game as well!
That’s a great point! The combination of upgrades and charms can really change your playstyle. Plus, exploring different areas for Pale Oil can uncover some hidden secrets along the way. Happy gaming!
you’re right! Exploring different upgrade paths can lead to some unique strategies. It might be interesting to see how the Pale Oil interacts with other weapons too, especially for those looking to diversify their approach.
I completely agree! Each upgrade can really change your playstyle. Plus, experimenting with different combinations of abilities can help you find the most effective way to tackle tougher enemies. It’s all about finding what works best for you!
Absolutely! It’s interesting how certain upgrades can open up new strategies, especially with the Needle’s unique abilities. It might also encourage players to explore different areas for the best resources.
I completely agree! Upgrading the Needle with Pale Oil really does change the gameplay dynamics. It can also encourage players to explore different areas, as some upgrades might be more effective against specific enemies.
Absolutely! It’s interesting how the upgrades can really enhance your strategy in combat. I’ve noticed that using Pale Oil not only improves damage but also opens up new attack combos, making battles feel much more dynamic. What has been your favorite combo so far?
I completely agree! The upgrades not only boost your weapon’s power but also open up new tactics for different enemy types. It’s fascinating to see how players adapt their strategies based on which upgrades they choose.