Hollow Knight: Silksong's Twisted Bud may appear to be a weird little object that whines and cries when you access the menu. That's because it is. However, it is also the key to a secret line of missions, the only way to enter the sealed bellhome in Greymoor, and the means by which you obtain a rare Crest. You'll also need the Twisted Bud to get Silksong's horrible ending in Act 2. In this Silksong Twisted Bud walkthrough, we'll show you where to discover this unusual little item, what to do with it, how to gain a secret ending, and how to obtain the Witch's Crest. Where to Find the Twisted Bud in Hollow Knight: Silksong

The Twisted Bud is tucked away in an easy-to-miss nook of Bilewater, and while Sinner's Road leads there, the easiest route takes you through the Whispering Vaults' back passages. You'll need the Clawline to unlock this route, and while the Faydown Cloak isn't required for this section of Bilewater, it helps make avoiding the poison maggots simpler. Drop down into the Whispering Vaults from Songclave's First Shrine, holding the Clawline. Make your way to this area and then complete the box puzzle, which will result in a box in the upper right corner. Jump to the wall and utilize wall cling to access this hidden exit, which leads to some ducting. Wall leap, hop to the right, and use Clawline on the ring to open a new path. The route is dangerous and full of spikes, so use your Drifter's Cloak to securely hover across. The tube will eventually drop you into Bilewater, which, if you're not careful, contains some water that is infested with maggots. After leaving the chamber on the right, proceed to the left in the following room. After navigating the water and obstacles in the next area and clearing the breakable wall, slash to break any dead ends composed of roots and continue on. The Twisted Bud is at the end of it all.

How to Use the Twisted Bud in Hollow Knight: Silksong

You must go see Greyroot, the eerie tiny man in Shellwood who gave you the "Rite of the Pollip" quest, in order to use the Twisted Bud for either of its two purposes. Before you can accomplish anything with the Twisted Bud, you must complete that quest. Wait until you've completed everything you want to do in the Citadel and are prepared to ride the elevator to the last boss in Act 2 if you want Silksong's unhappy ending. Healing and silk skills are not available while Hornet is under the curse, which is not a scenario you want to be in for very long. You can finish this small side narrative whenever you like, if you don't mind the cursed ending, which demands you to fight the last boss in Act 2 without healing. It's also important to remember that the curse cannot be removed in Act 3, therefore you must finish this entire quest line in Act 2 to avoid being cursed indefinitely (or until it is patched). Greyroot will bring up a ceremony called the Rite of Rebirth when you've finished "Rite of the Pollip" and are prepared to handle the Twisted Bud. Accept it, and Hornet awakens ensnared in vines following a few sequences in which the desire comes true.

How to Remove the Twisted Bud Curse in Hollow Knight: Silksong

After the Rite of Rebirth, you are transported to the Chapel of the Witch; use the bound button to escape and go. At the bottom of Shellwood, you come out at a point that leads to upper Bone Marrow. Go to Bellhart and talk to Pavo, the bug next to the bench, if you want to complete the quest by following the in-game route. He will lead you to the recluse beneath Bellhart Bellway station, who will instruct you to locate Greymoor's infamous surgeon, Yarnaby. You can also head straight to Greymoor and talk to Yarnaby, who will offer you the "Infestation Operation."

'Infestation Operation' Quest Walkthrough in Hollow Knight Silksong

Steel spines are necessary for Yarnaby to succeed in her strategy. You need the spines, so go to Sinner's Road and visit Crull and Benjin. The caged room, which is across from the room with the broken bench, is where the two bugs are. Talk to them, then return to Yarnaby after paying 260 rosary beads for the spines. If you don't mind having no yellow slots for tools like the compass, she will finish the process, and you will have a useful Witch's Crest.

How to Get Silksong's Secret Ending With the Twisted Bud Curse

When Hornet is suffering from the curse, overcome the last boss in Act 2 to reveal the secret ending. After the game's conclusion, you'll find yourself back at the last bench, where Hornet is still suffering from the curse. Yarnaby must lift the curse in order to see the usual ending and get to Act 3. To do this, follow the instructions above, go back, beat the boss, and you're set to go.

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Conclusion

The Twisted Bud isn’t just another odd trinket hidden in Silksong’s labyrinth, it’s a turning point. What begins as a strange, crying relic soon reveals itself as the heart of one of the game’s most haunting choices. It challenges you to decide whether Hornet should carry the weight of a curse or fight to be free of it. This decision goes beyond mechanics. It changes how the story feels for players. Taking on the curse adds a layer of sorrow to Hornet’s journey, a quiet struggle that reshapes the world around her. Choosing release, on the other hand, offers a sense of relief and opens new paths forward.