Shakra - Hollow Knight: Silksong Cartographer & Boss Guide
WANDERING CARTOGRAPHER OF PHARLOOM
SERVICES
QUEST REWARDS
LORE & DESCRIPTION
A WANDERING CARTOGRAPHER AND POWERFUL WARRIOR WHO TRAVELS ACROSS PHARLOOM SELLING MAPS AND CARTOGRAPHY TOOLS. HER QUESTLINE "TRAIL'S END" REVEALS A TRAGIC STORY OF SEEKING HER MASTER, AND COMPLETING IT UNLOCKS HER AS AN OPTIONAL BOSS FIGHT. SHE CAN ALSO PROVIDE SUPPORT DURING HIGH HALLS GAUNTLET CHALLENGES.
LOCATIONS & MIGRATION
First Encounter
The Marrow: Listen for her singing near the Bell Beast route. Sells Moss Grotto and Greymoor maps.
Migration Pattern
Bone Bottom → Deep Docks → Far Fields → Greymoor → Shellwood. She moves after you defeat each region's boss.
Recall Method
Bone Bottom: Hit the ringed pillar twice near Moss Grotto entrance to summon her shop for missed purchases.
BOSS FIGHT MECHANICS
Ring Flurry
Throws multiple rings in a boomerang pattern. Punish during ring recovery with 1-2 hits.
Dash Throw
Quick lunge followed by ring throw. Sidestep the dash, then punish the landing with 1-2 hits.
Aerial Arc
Vertical dive with ground impact. Jump over and punish the landing with 1 hit.
Parry Opportunities
Many attacks can be parried for counter-attacks. Don't punish parries - just retreat.
TRAIL'S END QUESTLINE
Step 1: Purchase All Items
- Buy all available maps from Shakra
- Purchase cartography tools (Compass, Quill)
- Get all map pins and markers
Step 2: Unlock Quest
- Speak to Shakra again after buying everything
- Check Bellhart wishboard for "Trail's End"
- Complete the quest to access boss fight
Step 3: Boss Fight
- Fight Shakra in her master's resting place
- Use parry timing and safe punish windows
- Gain access to High Halls support
Step 4: Act 3 Rematch
- Return to master's resting place
- Ring the bell to fight her again
- Smaller arena with adjusted mechanics
MAP SERVICES & ITEMS
Essential Maps
Cartography Tools
Total Cost: ~1,200-1,500 Rosaries for all items
COMBAT STRATEGY
Safe Punish Windows
- Ring Flurry: 1 hit during ring recovery
- Dash Throw: 1-2 hits after landing
- Aerial Arc: 1 hit after ground impact
- Parry: Don't punish, just retreat
Recommended Tools
- Tacks + Pollip Pouch for area control
- Reaper Crest for lifesteal during close combat
- Injector Band for quick Bind usage
- Voltvessels for Act 3 rematch
Common Mistakes
- Trying to punish parry opportunities
- Greedy with multiple hits per window
- Not watching for ring boomerang returns
Advanced Techniques
- Learn parry timing for ring attacks
- Use Curveclaw for aerial control
- Master the 1-2 hit rhythm per window
COMMUNITY RATINGS
Moderate coordination challenge
Emotional questline
Excellent character design
Based on 1,247 community votes
RECOMMENDED BUILDS
Exploration Build
Focus on cartography tools and navigation aids for efficient map completion and exploration.
View Build →Parry Specialist
High-risk, high-reward build focused on parrying Shakra's ring attacks for maximum damage.
View Build →Safe Control
Conservative approach with area control tools and defensive options for consistent damage.
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