Category:Charms
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Charms are a special type of Item in Hollow Knight that provide various bonuses and special abilities. Charms use Notches when equipped and can only be equipped and unequipped while sitting on a Bench.
There are a total of 45 Charms, though only a max of 40 can be kept at one time, as 5 Charms can be replaced with different ones throughout the game:
- Kingsoul for Void Heart
- Fragile Greed for
Unbreakable Greed - Fragile Heart for Unbreakable Heart
- Fragile Strength for Unbreakable Strength
- Grimmchild for Carefree Melody
Notches
Charm Notches are required to equip Charms. Different Charms require a different number of Notches. The Knight starts with 3 Notches. 8 more can be found throughout the game, for a total of 11 Notches.
Acquiring a Charm Notch fully restores the Knight's health.
| List of Charm Notches | ||
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| Source | Conditions / Requirements | Location |
1. Sold by Salubra in Forgotten Crossroads for  120
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Collect 5 Charms |  |
| 2. Sold by Salubra in Forgotten Crossroads for 500
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Collect 10 Charms | |
| 3. Sold by Salubra in Forgotten Crossroads for 900
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Collect 18 Charms | |
| 4. Sold by Salubra in Forgotten Crossroads for 1400
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Collect 25 Charms | |
| 5. North-east of Cornifer in Fog Canyon (hidden area) | Unlock Isma's Tear or Monarch Wings |  |
| 6. Found in Fungal Wastes | Defeat 2 Shrumal Ogres |  |
| 7. Reward in Colosseum of Fools | Complete the Trial of the Warrior |  |
8. In Dirtmouth, inside the tent of the  Grimm Troupe
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Defeat Grimm |  |
Overcharmed
If there are free notches in the Knight's equipment, the player may Overcharm the Knight by selecting a final Charm with a higher cost than remaining open notches. The first time this is done, the player must select the charm 5 times, as the charm "smashes" into the slot, eventually equipping and leaving purple cracks in the loadout. After this, Overcharming only requires one attempt.
While Overcharmed, damage dealt to the Knight from all sources is doubled, except for environmental damage taken while invulnerable.
Being Overcharmed is advantageous for areas where the player is confident in their ability to avoid damage, or for places that give the Knight a long enough pause in the action to heal the extra damage taken. It is also highly effective for Radiant fights in the 
Hall of Gods, as the Knight will die in one hit regardless of damage multipliers.
Charm Synergies
- Main article: Charm Synergies
Certain charms will provide unique effects when worn together, separate from expected effects like more Lifeblood Hearts or increased Nail range. For a complete list, see Charm Synergies.
List of Charms
| Item | Description | Location | Notches |
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 Wayward Compass |
Whispers its location to the bearer whenever a map is open, allowing wanderers to pinpoint their current location. | Sold by Iselda for 220, after encountering Cornifer
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 Gathering Swarm |
A swarm will follow the bearer and gather up any loose Geo. Useful for those who can't bear to leave anything behind, no matter how insignificant. |
Sold by Sly for 300
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 Stalwart Shell |
Builds resilience. When recovering from damage, the bearer will remain invulnerable for longer. Makes it easier to escape from dangerous situations. |
Sold by Sly for 200
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 Soul Catcher |
Used by shamans to draw more SOUL from the world around them. Increases the amount of SOUL gained when striking an enemy with the nail. |
Ancestral Mound, west of Elder Baldur |
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 Shaman Stone |
Said to contain the knowledge of past generations of shaman. Increases the power of spells, dealing more damage to foes. |
Sold by Salubra for 220
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 Soul Eater |
Forgotten shaman artifact, used to draw SOUL from still-living creatures. Greatly increases the amount of SOUL gained when striking an enemy with the nail. |
Resting Grounds Requires Desolate Dive |
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 Dashmaster |
Bears the likeness of an eccentric bug known only as 'The Dashmaster'. The bearer will be able to dash more often as well as dash downwards. Perfect for those who want to move around as quickly as possible. |
Fungal Wastes, south of Mantis Village |
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 Sprintmaster |
Bears the likeness of a strange bug known only as 'The Sprintmaster'. Increases the running speed of the bearer, allowing them to avoid danger or overtake rivals. |
Sold by Sly for 400 Requires Shopkeeper's Key |
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 Grubsong |
Contains the gratitude of freed grubs. Gain SOUL when taking damage. |
Gifted by Grubfather for freeing 10 Grubs |
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 Grubberfly's Elegy |
Contains the gratitude of grubs who will move to the next stage of their lives. Imbues weapons with a holy strength. When the bearer is at full health, they will fire beams of white-hot energy from their nail. |
Gifted by Grubfather for freeing all Grubs |
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 Fragile Heart |
Increases the health of the bearer, allowing them to take more damage. This charm is fragile, and will break if its bearer is killed. |
Sold by Leg Eater for 350/ 280
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 Unbreakable Heart |
Increases the health of the bearer, allowing them to take more damage. This charm is unbreakable. |
Given by Divine for 12000 Requires Fragile Heart |
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 Fragile Greed |
Causes the bearer to find more Geo when defeating enemies. This charm is fragile, and will break if its bearer is killed. |
Sold by Leg Eater for 250/ 200
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 Unbreakable Greed |
Causes the bearer to find more Geo when defeating enemies. This charm is unbreakable. |
Given by Divine for 9000 Requires Fragile Greed |
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 Fragile Strength |
Strengthens the bearer, increasing the damage they deal to enemies with their nail. This charm is fragile, and will break if its bearer is killed. |
Sold by Leg Eater for 600/ 480
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 Unbreakable Strength |
Strengthens the bearer, increasing the damage they deal to enemies with their nail. This charm is unbreakable. |
Given by Divine for 15000 Requires Fragile Strength |
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 Spell Twister |
Reflecting the desires of the Soul Sanctum for mastery over SOUL, it improves the bearer's ability to cast spells. Reduces the SOUL cost of casting spells. |
Soul Sanctum, in the room before fighting Soul Master |
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 Steady Body |
Keeps its bearer from recoiling backwards when they strike an enemy with a nail. Allows one to stay steady and keep attacking. |
Sold by Salubra for 120
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 Heavy Blow |
Formed from the nails of fallen warriors. Increases the force of the bearer's nail, causing enemies to recoil further when hit. |
Sold by Sly for 350 Requires Shopkeeper's Key |
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 Quick Slash |
Born from imperfect, discarded nails that have fused together. The nails still long to be wielded. Allows the bearer to slash much more rapidly with their nail. |
Kingdom's Edge, south of Oro's hut. |
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 Longnail |
Increases the range of the bearer's nail, allowing them to strike foes from further away. | Sold by Salubra for 300
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 Mark of Pride |
Freely given by the Mantis Tribe to those they respect. Greatly increases the range of the bearer's nail, allowing them to strike foes from further away. |
Mantis Village, northeast of the Mantis Lords room Requires defeating the Mantis Lords. |
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 Fury of the Fallen |
Embodies the fury and heroism that comes upon those who are about to die. When close to death, the bearer's strength will increase. |
King's Pass, east of the starting room. |
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 Thorns of Agony |
Senses the pain of its bearer and lashes out at the world around them. When taking damage, sprout thorny vines that damage nearby foes. |
Greenpath, middle of area. Requires Mothwing Cloak |
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 Baldur Shell |
Protects its bearer with a hard shell while focusing SOUL. The shell is not indestructible and will shatter if it absorbs too much damage. |
Howling Cliffs, in a chest to the south. |
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 Flukenest |
Living charm born in the gut of a Flukemarm. Transforms the Vengeful Spirit spell into a horde of volatile baby flukes. |
Dropped by Flukemarm |
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 Defender's Crest |
Unique charm bestowed by the King of Hallownest to his most loyal knight. Scratched and dirty, but still cared for. Causes the bearer to emit a heroic odour. |
Dropped by Dung Defender |
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 Glowing Womb |
Drains the SOUL of its bearer and uses it to birth hatchlings. The hatchlings have no desire to eat or live, and will sacrifice themselves to protect their parent. |
Forgotten Crossroads, east of the False Knight Requires Crystal Heart |
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 Quick Focus |
A charm containing a crystal lens. Increases the speed of focusing SOUL, allowing the bearer to heal damage faster. |
Sold by Salubra for 800
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 Deep Focus |
Naturally formed within a crystal over a long period. Draws in SOUL from the surrounding air. The bearer will focus SOUL at a slower rate, but the healing effect will double. |
Crystal Peak, south of Cornifer Requires Crystal Heart |
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 Lifeblood Heart |
Contains a living core that seeps precious lifeblood. When resting, the bearer will gain a coating of lifeblood that protects from a modest amount of damage. |
Sold by Salubra for 250
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 Lifeblood Core |
Contains a living core that bleeds precious lifeblood. When resting, the bearer will gain a coating of lifeblood that protects from a large amount of damage. |
The Abyss, on the west wall Requires 14 Lifeblood masks (15 if Joni's Blessing is equipped). |
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 Joni's Blessing |
Blessed by Joni, the kindly heretic. Transfigures vital fluids into blue lifeblood. The bearer will have a healthier shell and can take more damage, but they will not be able to heal themselves by focusing SOUL. |
Joni's Repose |
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 Hiveblood |
Golden nugget of the Hive's precious hardened nectar. Heals the bearer's wounds over time, allowing them to regain health without focusing SOUL. |
The Hive, south of Hive Knight Requires defeating Hive Knight |
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 Spore Shroom |
Composed of living fungal matter. Scatters spores when exposed to SOUL. When focusing SOUL, emit a spore cloud that slowly damages enemies |
Fungal Wastes, west end, near the entrance to Queen's Gardens |
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 Sharp Shadow |
Contains a forbidden spell that transforms shadows into deadly weapons. When using Shadow Dash, the bearer's body will sharpen and damage enemies. |
Deepnest, southeast of the Hot Spring Requires Shade Cloak |
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 Shape of Unn |
Reveals the form of Unn within the bearer. While focusing SOUL, the bearer will take on a new shape and can move freely to avoid enemies. |
Lake of Unn Requires Isma's Tear |
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 Nailmaster's Glory |
Contains the passion, skill and regrets of a Nailmaster. Increases the bearer's mastery of Nail Arts, allowing them to focus their power faster and unleash arts sooner. |
Given by Sly after acquiring all 3 Nail Arts |
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 Weaversong |
Silken charm containing a song of farewell, left by the Weavers who departed Hallownest for their old home. Summons weaverlings to give the lonely bearer some companionship and protection. |
Weavers' Den |
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 Dream Wielder |
Transient charm created for those who wield the Dream Nail and collect Essence. Allows the bearer to charge the Dream Nail faster and collect more SOUL when striking foes. |
Given by Seer for gathering 500 Essence |
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 Dreamshield |
Defensive charm once wielded by a tribe that could shape dreams. Conjures a shield that follows the bearer and attempts to protect them. |
Resting Grounds, south of Seer |
|
 Grimmchild |
Worn by those who take part in the Grimm Troupe's Ritual. The bearer must seek the Grimmkin and collect their flames. Uncollected flames will appear on the bearer's map. |
Given by Troupe Master Grimm
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 Carefree Melody |
Token commemorating the start of a friendship. Contains a song of protection that may defend the bearer from damage. |
Given by Nymm in Dirtmouth Requires banishing the Grimm Troupe |
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 Kingsoul |
Holy charm symbolising a union between higher beings. The bearer will slowly absorb the limitless SOUL contained within. Opens the way to a birthplace. |
1/2: Given by the White Lady 1/2: Complete the White Palace |
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 Void Heart |
An emptiness that was hidden within, now unconstrained. Unifies the void under the bearer's will. This charm is a part of its bearer and can not be unequipped. |
Birthplace Requires having Kingsoul equipped |
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Gallery
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Full Charm set, including the Fragile Charms, Carefree Melody, and Kingsoul
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Full Charm set, including the Unbreakable Charms, Grimmchild, and Void Heart
Achievements
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Charmed |
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| Acquire your first Charm. 5G |
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Enchanted |
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| Acquire half of Hallownest's Charms. 10G |
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Blessed |
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| Acquire all Charms and receive Salubra's Blessing. 15G |
Trivia
- The Charm system was inspired by the badges from Paper Mario.[1] Just like Charms, badges have a variety of effects when equipped, such as increased stats, new abilities, or new moves.[2]
References
- ↑ When We Made… Hollow Knight
- ↑ Badge page on Super Mario Wiki.
Pages in category "Charms"
The following 46 pages are in this category, out of 46 total.