During their adventure in the depths of the Deep Docks in Hollow Knight: Silksong, players might find a bell that, when Hornet inspects it, reveals the message: An ancient diving bell. Its entrance is firmly secured with an intricate clamp. The enigmatic nature of its design and placement might lead players to ponder how to unlock the ornate clamp in Silksong. Thankfully, the solution is straightforward.

Unlocking the Ornate Clamp in Silksong (Old Diving Bell)

To gain access to the ornate clamp in Silksong, players need to obtain the Diving Bell Key, which can only be found in the secret Act 3. This key is part of the required journey through the secret chapter, ensuring that players will discover it if they pursue Act 3 in Hollow Knight: Silksong.

Curious about what lies inside? The interior features a bench and a speaker. There are no bosses, items, or other significant discoveries, as it primarily serves as a means to access the Act 3 region. Thus, players can safely disregard the old diving bell and its ornate clamp, knowing that Hornet won’t miss out on anything crucial and will naturally arrive there if they initiate the quest.

Acquiring the Diving Bell Key in Silksong

The Diving Bell Key is handed to players by Ballow, a friendly worker located near the Forge Daughter, a merchant in the Deep Docks. After discussing how to access the deeper areas with the Forge Daughter, she will guide Hornet to speak with Ballow. Players should head over to him, and he will indicate that he is ready to assist Hornet at the bell.

From there, players can navigate to the old diving bell, either by using a shortcut (if they have visited previously) or a longer route (if they are new to the area). Climbing up to the right side, they will find Ballow. He is responsible for preparing the descent of the diving bell, and once everything is set, Hornet can unlock the ornate clamp and enter the bell. Inside, Hornet can sit on the bench and chat with Ballow to initiate the dive.