- The Hollow Knight: ​ - The Hollow Knight is the main boss in Hollow Knight. ​ - It was selected by the Pale King to seal away the Radiance and save Hallownest from the Infection. ​ - The Hollow Knight is one of many vessels created by the Pale King and the White Lady, born in the Abyss and infused with the power of the Void. As such, they are genderless. ​ - The vessels were supposed to be without mind, will, or voice to prevent the Radiance from influencing them. ​ - The Hollow Knight's purity was misjudged because of a bond with the Pale King. This connection gave the Radiance an opening to exert control. ​ - The Hollow Knight was trained and raised to become a fully grown vessel. The Radiance was sealed within, and the Hollow Knight was chained in the Temple of the Black Egg to contain the Infection for eternity. ​ - Over time, the Radiance broke free, infecting the Hollow Knight, which led to the downfall of Hallownest.

Hornet is the princess-protector of Hallownest and the main protagonist of Hollow Knight: Silksong. She is a skilled warrior who uses a needle and thread in combat . Here's a detailed look at Hornet: Origins and Family Hornet is the daughter of Herrah the Beast, the queen of the spider tribe of Deepnest, and the Pale King, the ruler of Hallownest. Her birth was part of a deal between Herrah and the Pale King to seal away the Radiance. This makes her a half-sibling to the Knight, also known as Ghost, the protagonist of the original Hollow Knight .   Role in Hollow Knight In Hollow Knight, Hornet serves as a guide and tester to the Knight, assessing their determination to contain the Infection. She is initially an adversary but eventually becomes an ally after realizing the Knight's potential to save Hallownest . Story in Silksong Hollow Knight: Silksong, set to release on September 4, 2025, sees Hornet captured and brought to Pharloom, a new and unfamiliar kingdom. She escapes and embarks on a pilgrimage to the kingdom's peak, battling enemies and solving mysteries along the way .   Combat and Abilities Hornet is known for her acrobatic skills and mastery of the needle and thread. She uses silk for mobility and combat, shaping it into spears, storms, and traps. In Silksong, she can use tools, special items equipped on a crest, for offensive and defensive attacks without consuming silk .

The Mantis Lords are the leaders of the Mantis Tribe in Hollow Knight, residing in the Mantis Village in the Fungal Wastes. They are mysterious, unnamed siblings of three who have resisted the Infection throughout the fall of Hallownest. Quick Facts About the Mantis Lords - Location: Fungal Wastes (Mantis Village). - Role: Leaders of the Mantis Tribe and its finest warriors. - Lore: The Mantis Tribe refused to accept the Radiance, thus avoiding the Infection, unlike a fourth Mantis Lord who sought power in the Queen's Gardens and became the Traitor Lord. - Combat: They wield thin nail-lances and attack with blinding speed. Mantis Tribe and the Infection The Mantis Tribe, much like the Hive, notably resisted the Radiance and the Infection that plagued Hallownest. However, one mantis desired the Radiance and ran away with other mantises to the Queen's Garden. They fueled themselves with the Radiance to grow stronger, even at the cost of losing control of their own bodies. This mantis became the Traitor Lord. Significance of the Mantis Lords The Mantis Lords are renowned as one of the most difficult bosses early in the game, requiring practice due to their fast-paced gameplay. They are an optional boss, guarding the Mantis Claw, an essential item located in the Mantis Village.

Alright, let's break down who Grimm is in Hollow Knight in a more casual way Grimm is basically the ringleader of this spooky traveling circus called the Grimm Troupe . He's a major character you meet in the "The Grimm Troupe" DLC, and he's got a pretty important job to do with some fiery rituals . What's His Deal? So, the Grimm Troupe shows up in Dirtmouth after you light the Nightmare Lantern in the Howling Cliffs . Grimm needs you to go around and collect "flame in dream" by beating up his Grimmkin buddies scattered around Hallownest . This makes your Grimmchild charm stronger .   As you keep collecting flames, Grimm will eventually throw down with you in a boss fight . Turns out, all this flame collecting is to keep the Nightmare's Heart going. You get a choice: either finish the ritual by fighting an even tougher version of him called Nightmare King Grimm, or just kick the Troupe out of Hallownest by putting out the Nightmare Lantern . How Does He Look? Grimm has a couple of forms: - Troupe Master Grimm: He's tall and slender, with a cool cloak, a pale face, and those striking red eyes . - Nightmare King Grimm: Think of Troupe Master Grimm, but completely red and even more intimidating .   What's He Like? Even though he's kinda a villain, Grimm is pretty polite and always bows to you . He's super into the whole ritual thing and sees fighting as a dramatic dance . Fun Fact Grimm is heavily inspired by vampires, especially Dracula, and those creepy vampire moths .

Pomni is the main protagonist of Glitch Productions' web series, "The Amazing Digital Circus". She is voiced by Lizzie Freeman .   Appearance: Pomni is a stylized, humanoid character with a large head and small, slim limbs. She has white skin with blush markings under her eyes, black eyeliner, and asymmetrical eyelashes. Her eyes often appear as red and blue pinwheels, but change to animated scribbles when she is anxious or scared. Pomni has short, straight black hair (often appearing brown in certain lighting) and wears a red and blue jester outfit with yellow accents .   Personality: Initially, Pomni is high-strung, timid, and tense, experiencing anxiety and denial about her situation. She can be clumsy and shows both empathy and selfishness. As she adapts, Pomni becomes more apathetic and cynical, but also compassionate, and even hot-tempered .   Story: Pomni is a 25-year-old human who becomes trapped in the digital circus after putting on a headset. Caine, the ringmaster, gives her the name Pomni after she forgets her own. Pomni tries to find an exit, encountering surreal environments and challenges .