Exploring Pharloom in Hollow Knight: Silksong can feel overwhelming without a map. Luckily, Shakra takes the place of Cornifer as the game’s cartographer. A warrior as well as a mapmaker, she sells maps, pins, and tools to help Hornet navigate safely. This guide covers where to find Shakra in Hollow Knight Silksong, what she sells, and how to make sure you never miss her.
Who is Shakra in Hollow Knight Silksong?
Shakra is a traveling cartographer who sketches out the regions of Pharloom. Unlike Cornifer, she isn’t a timid scholar—she carries a weapon and isn’t afraid to step into combat when needed. Beyond her maps, she sells essential navigation tools such as the Compass (which marks Hornet’s location) and the Quill (which automatically fills in purchased maps whenever you rest at a bench). Her presence ensures players can keep track of progress while exploring Silksong’s dangerous world.
Shakra First Encounter – The Marrow
- Location: At the end of a long corridor in The Marrow, about an hour into the game.
- Clues: You’ll hear her humming as you approach.
- What She Sells:
- Compass (70 Rosaries): Shows Hornet’s position on the map.
- The Marrow Map (50 Rosaries).
- Mosslands Map (40 Rosaries).
This is where most players first meet her, making the Compass an essential early purchase.
Other Shakra Locations in Hollow Knight Silksong
As you progress, Shakra moves between regions, continuing to offer maps and pins. Below are her major appearances:
Deep Docks
- Found near the Bellway, below a vertical chamber.
- Map Cost: 50 Rosaries.
Far Fields
- Located in a tall vertical room beneath gusts of wind.
- Map Cost: 50 Rosaries.
Greymoor
- Just right of the entrance when entering from below.
- Covers Greymoor and a sub-region requiring Double Jump.
- Map Cost: 50–70 Rosaries.
Shellwood
- Hidden behind a combat trial at the top of the entrance chamber.
- Maps Available:
- Shellwood Map (70 Rosaries).
- Bellhart Map (40 Rosaries).
Wormways
- Found in a small alcove accessed by a dash, guided by Shakra’s humming.
- Map Cost: 70 Rosaries.
Hunter’s March
- Located on the far right of the zone, near the Chapel of the Beast.
- She also joins a combat gauntlet, helping Hornet fend off enemies before selling the map.
- Map Cost: 70 Rosaries.
Blasted Steps
- Positioned on the second layer, after a large swarm of enemies.
- Map Cost: 70 Rosaries.
Sinner’s Road
- Next to a bench, high above the room with bench signs.
- Map Cost: 70 Rosaries.
Mount Fay
- Found in the first room of the mountain, sitting by a fire.
- Map Cost: 40 Rosaries.
Sands of Karak
- East of Blasted Steps, requires Clawline and Double Jump.
- Map Cost: 90 Rosaries.
Bilewater
- Hidden inside an alcove while climbing through the poisonous caverns.
- Map Cost: 90 Rosaries.
These encounters show how Shakra actively moves through Pharloom, always staying close to Hornet’s journey and providing crucial navigation support.
What If You Miss Shakra in Silksong?
Don’t worry—maps are never permanently missable. If you skip her in one area or lack the Rosaries to buy her wares, Shakra will eventually reappear in Bone Bottom or Bellhart and sell you any maps you missed. You can also summon her in Bone Bottom by ringing the hanging post twice, making her restock earlier maps. This ensures that even if you miss an encounter, you’ll never lose access to important maps.
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Why You Always Need Shakra’s Maps
Shakra’s maps and tools are far more than collectibles—they’re essential for navigating Pharloom and unlocking progression. The Compass and Quill form the backbone of exploration, with the Compass marking Hornet’s location and the Quill automatically filling in details whenever you rest at a bench. Her pins add even more utility by marking benches, vendors, and Bellway stations, ensuring you always know where to regroup.
Most importantly, her regional maps tie directly into the main game, unlocking quests such as the Trail’s End Wayfarer Wish and advancing the Silk and Soul questline. Without these, exploration becomes guesswork, making her offerings indispensable.
- Always listen for Shakra’s humming—it’s your best clue that she’s nearby.
- Carry extra Rosaries when entering a new region, as her maps typically cost between 40–90 Rosaries.
- If you fall behind or skip her, check Bone Bottom or Bellhart to catch up on missed maps.
- Prioritize the Compass early—it’s far more useful for survival than the Quill in the opening hours. Play Now!
