Iselda

"At times my husband makes Hallownest sound a wonder, but sometimes it seems a ghastly, dangerous place."

- Iselda

Iselda is a Merchant in Hollow Knight. She sells maps and mapping tools at her shop in Dirtmouth.

Lore
Iselda used to be a fighter; however, when she followed her husband Cornifer, his thirst for exploration leading them to Hallownest, she put down her weapon to enjoy a quieter life in Dirtmouth. Despite her tall stature, the two took residence in a small house next to the town's Stag Station from which she operates their shop.

She wishes Cornifer would spend more time at home and worries about his health and safety. She has always declined to join her husband on his adventures beyond the Forgotten Crossroads. She doesn't find much interest in shopkeeping, yet takes great care in crafting cartography pins while taking into account her customers' needs.

In-game events
Iselda opens up her store after the Knight listens to Cornifer, defeats the False Knight or skips him by leaving the battle. She sells maps and mapping tools.

These maps appear in Iselda's shop after Cornifer has left his spot in each respective area and has left his calling card. They share the same icon and are priced higher than what Cornifer initially offers for each.

Location
Iselda's shop is located in Dirtmouth, east of the Stag Station.

Trivia

 * Even without buying the Cocoon Pin from Iselda, a glitched Cocoon Pin is already placed on the map for the Lifeblood Cocoon in the Failed Tramway.

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