A Comprehensive Guide to Completing the 'Silk and Soul' Quest in Silksong

Embarking on the 'Silk and Soul' quest in Hollow Knight: Silksong marks a significant milestone in your journey through Pharloom. While unlocking this quest demands considerable progression and adherence to prior objectives—specifically reaching Act 3 as detailed in related guides—its actual completion is a focused endeavor. Once entrusted with this task by Songclave's Caretaker, your primary goal is to gather four distinct souls scattered across the expansive map, which are crucial for constructing a specialized trap designed for Grandmother Silk. This comprehensive guide will navigate you through each soul's location and the challenges involved.

The 'Silk and Soul' quest, generally speaking, presents a straightforward path, with one notable exception: the formidable battle against Groal the Great. Players who have not yet overcome this adversary will find the path to the Seeker's Soul particularly arduous. Successfully conquering this boss is a prerequisite, transforming an otherwise manageable retrieval mission into a true test of skill and perseverance. Each soul's retrieval is essential, as their collection culminates in the construction of the unique trap, pushing you closer to unraveling the mysteries of Pharloom.

To obtain the Maiden's Soul, you must locate the Chapel Maid, a familiar non-player character from your initial emergence in Moss Grotto. Her whereabouts are to the left of Bone Bottom, situated directly above the chapel, accessible by traversing the Moss Grotto shaft. This encounter is relatively simple, requiring no complex maneuvers or battles.

The Hermit's Soul is found with the Bell Hermit, nestled within the tunnels beneath Bellhart—the same area where the Silver Bells were discovered. To reach him, proceed to the Bellhart Bellway, continue to its farthest right extremity, and descend into a hidden passage. Once there, move left, leaping across a chasm to encounter the Bell Hermit and acquire his soul.

Acquiring the Seeker's Soul presents the most formidable challenge due to the required defeat of Groal the Great in Bilewater. This boss fight, situated in an arena at the pinnacle of Bilewater, is notoriously difficult. After triumphing over Groal, proceed into the hut directly behind his arena in Bilehaven to claim the Seeker's Soul. The journey to this boss involves a demanding ascent and a lengthy trek back to safety, making preparation and strategic planning paramount.

The final item, the Snare Setter, awaits in Weavenest Alta, located within Moss Grove. Entry to this area is granted through a bug-faced door to the right, which opens upon interaction with a Needolin. Inside, descend a lift, then ascend a hidden passage above the door on the right, crossing the lift shaft. A short journey will reveal a secret passage in the ceiling, requiring an upward jump to access the Snare Setter.

Upon gathering all four essential components—the Maiden's Soul, Hermit's Soul, Seeker's Soul, and Snare Setter—your final task is to return these items to the Caretaker. This action will successfully conclude the 'Silk and Soul' quest, subsequently unlocking the alternative 'Soul Snare' quest, which is a prerequisite for engaging the ultimate boss and progressing into Act 3 of Hollow Knight: Silksong. Completing this quest not only signifies a major achievement but also opens new narrative and gameplay avenues within this enchanting world.