The atmospheric world of Hollow Knight is sparsely populated, but those few bugs who still reside there are quite the characters indeed. For those interested, here’s a comprehensive list of every NPC the player can speak with along with a short description. Oh, and the main character themselves, of course.

The Knight

The main protagonist of Hollow Knight. They embark on a magnificent journey into the depths of Hollownest, searching for the secrets of the light.

Wanderers

The Knight is likely to find these strange bugs in more than one spot throughout their journey. Some of them may even prove vital in unraveling Hallownest’s checkered past…

Merchants

These friendly bugs provide various services to help the Knight along their way. Though, of course, nothing in this world is for free.

Helpful Bugs

All of these bugs can give the Knight a leg-up in his journey, and some may even be imperative to success.

Miscellaneous NPC’s

These bugs may not have anything tangible to give the Knight, but they still make the world feel alive and real. And they each offer some pieces of lore that can unravel the mysteries of Hallownest…

  • Dung Defender: A stalwart champion of old who tests the Knight’s mettle in combat in teh sewers.Elderbug: The poor steward of Dirtmouth, who at one point in time, was it’s sole remaing occupant.Myla: A tireless miner hoping to make some good geo while humming a catchy tune.Willoh: A large creature who may or may not have taken a liking to a forbidden taste.Bardoon: A behemoth catterpillar who knows more about Hallownest than perhaps any other bug alive.Mask Maker: A shady being on the edge of Deepnest who crafts masks for all the bugs of Hallownest.Moss Prophet: A doomed prophet of the light’s glow.Midwife: An oh-so hungry bug who hides in the deep depths of Deepnest. Watch your fingers around this one…Unnamed Moth/Dream Moth: A moth living only in dreams who posseses forbidden knowledge.Nymm: A happy little friend who shows up in Dirtmouth should Brumm have his wish granted. Fluke Hermit: The only fluke worm to keep a grip on it’s sapience.

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