In Hollow Knight: Silksong, certain items are only accessible once players initiate the associated quests. A prime example is the Mossberry Stew, which the Druid will not provide until players have accepted the Great Taste of Pharloom quest. This quest also requires Hornet to gather several other items, namely Courier’s Rasher, Crustnut, Pickled Muckmaggot, and Vintage Nectar. Below is a guide on how to locate all these items.
Great Taste of Pharloom Quest in Silksong
To begin the Great Taste of Pharloom quest in Silksong, locate Loyal Mergwin in the central room of the Choral Chambers, where the dining tables are situated. This quest presents a challenge as Hornet needs to collect five items to finish it. The reward for successfully handing these items to Loyal Mergwin is one Pale Oil in Silksong. Below are the five required items:
- Courier’s Rasher
- Crustnut
- Pickled Muckmaggot
- Vintage Nectar
- Mossberry Stew
Courier’s Rasher Location in Silksong
Obtaining the Courier’s Rasher in Silksong is arguably one of the most challenging tasks in the game. To acquire it, you must speak to Tipp and Pill in Bellhart, where you’ll find the Courier’s Rasher among their deliveries. First, Hornet must rescue them by completing a few quests.
The objective is to deliver the Courier’s Rasher from Bellhart to Loyal Mergwin in Choral Chambers without using any fast travel. Additionally, the Courier’s Rasher has a health bar that declines over time, so Hornet must ensure that:
- It is delivered within a set timeframe.
- No damage is taken during the journey.
- No fast travel is utilized.
The optimal route for this delivery is: Bellhart > Shellwood > Blasted Steps > Grand Gate > Choral Chambers.
Crustnut Location in Silksong
Acquiring the Crustnut in Silksong can be more about perseverance than strategy. To find it, head into the Sands of Karak, which is positioned above the Blasted Steps. The Crustnut can be found on the western section of the Sands of Karak, surrounded by areas filled with destructible traps in addition to some that are indestructible. Expect numerous tight spaces guarded by traps and spikes that Hornet must navigate through. With patience and careful maneuvering, you can successfully obtain the Crustnut.
Pickled Muckmaggot Location in Silksong
To find the Pickled Muckmaggot in Silksong, Hornet needs to venture to Sinner’s Road, located above Greymoor. It’s a large area filled with traps and tough enemies, requiring careful navigation.
Follow the straightforward path until it leads you to the end and then climb a couple of platforms. A boss encounter will take place once you reach the Pickled Muckmaggot’s location; you must defeat the Disgraced Chef Lugoli to obtain it.
Vintage Nectar Location in Silksong
The path to acquire Vintage Nectar involves speaking with Creige at Halfway Home, located at the center of Greymoor in Silksong.
Creige will request 480 Rosaries in exchange for the Vintage Nectar. After the payment, Hornet will descend to collect it but will be ambushed by a swarm of ants. Defeating these ants is necessary to successfully get the Vintage Nectar.
Mossberry Stew Location in Silksong
To secure the Mossberry Stew in Silksong, visit the Moss Druid situated in Mosshome. This area serves as an introductory setting, located west of the Marrow. Hornet doesn’t need any specific criteria met for the Moss Druid to provide the Mossberry Stew; simply interacting with the Druid will suffice to receive it.
