Tools are a crucial part of Hollow Knight Silksong. These trinkets offer various buffs and boosts, making your journey through the beautiful, yet ominous kingdom slightly easier. However, do you of all the Tools in Hollow Knight Silksong and how to get your hands on them? Well, if you, too, are lost in the vast map of the game, then check out this guide to reach the merchant and other items with ease.

List of All Tools in Hollow Knight Silksong
Currently, the game has limited items, but they offer decent boosts to help you navigate Pharloom. We have listed all of them below, how much they cost, and where to find them in the game.
| Tool | Effect | Slot | How to Get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shard Pendant | Allows you to collect more Shell Shards from defeated enemies. | Yellow | Head to The Marrow and look for the long vertical drop. Find the room at one of the ends of the drop and collect the pendant from inside. |
| Compass | The item will mark your location on the map. | Yellow | You can purchase the Compass from Shakra for 70 Rosaries. |
| Straight Pin | Allows you to throw and rapidly attack enemies. | Red | Head over to Grindle’s Cell and check the table above it to find the Straight Pin. |
Also read:
- How to unlock Dash and Sprint in Hollow Knight Silksong
- How to fast travel in Hollow Knight Silksong
- All merchant locations in Hollow Knight Silksong
How to Use Tools in the Game

However, simply obtaining a tool is not enough in Hollow Knight Silksong. You must equip it through the Crest tab to start using it. Follow the instructions below to know how to equip the tools.
- Launch the game and open the Menu.
- Head over to the Crest tab.
- Select the tool that you wish to use and click on it.
Furthermore, it is worth noting that Tools are color-coded in Hollow Knight Silksong. You will find that the Crest has three different colors, and only the matching ones can be equipped in the respective slot. You must keep collecting different items to further expand your Crest tab.