Summary

    • Silksong Lace Boss Fight attacks are fast but predictable. Make sure to watch for lunges, glowing circles, and quick slashes to counter-attack.
    • Patience and timing are crucial; attack only after you dodge her combos to win safely, and don’t heal mid-fight. 

The Silksong Lace Boss Fight is one of the most anticipated encounters in Hollow Knight: Silksong. Lace is a mysterious deadly warrior who uses a needle and thread as a weapon. She uses it like a hornet but with much greater speed and brutality. In this complete guide  we’ll help you find Lace, learn her attack patterns, and best strategies to defeat her.

Where to Find Lace

To reach Silksong Lace Boss Fight, you will first need the Swift Step dash ability. Specifically:

    • Lace is found in the Deep Docks region.
    • Listen for her distant singing, then head right from the entrance via the lowest path.
    • Use Swift Step to access the platform above and open the gate leading to Lace’s arena.

After you find her, plan your strategies on defeating her. 

Silksong Lace’s Attack Patterns: How To Counter Them

The Silksong Lace Boss Fight is quick and aggressive. With that, here are some moves you can use to counter-attack Lace’s main moves:

Attack

Description

Counter Attacks To Use

Diagonal Lunge

A downward stab from above

Jump underneath to dodge and strike afterward

Horizontal Dash

A thrust while moving forward

Stay back a bit or dash over her if you’re near the edge

Quick Swing

A short-range slash

Maintain safe distance and strike after recovery

Charged Circle

At low health: glowing circle appears before attack

Dash away from the marked area to avoid damage

Lace times her moves clearly, so you must use those visual cues, that look like glowing circles, to let you dodge safely and strike during her brief recovery.

Pro Tips for Victory against Silksong Lace Boss Fight

The Silksong Lace Boss Fight can be intimidating, especially since Lace is a deadly warrior who can move fast and aggressively. But don’t worry, as long as you counter her attacks, you will be able to defeat her. With that, here are some tips once you encounter Lace

    • Keep your distance from Lace and don’t get too close; Lace can counter aggressive swings well.
    • Use the jump-dash wisely. This is great for evading quickly and striking decisively.
    • Attack after her lunges. She gets vulnerable right after combos land, so that’s your chance to strike.
    • Be patient and time your hits well, since that is better than multiple greedy attempts.
    • Heal safely during the battle, and avoid healing mid-range when Lace is still attacking. Only bind when Lace is recovering or after a dodge. 

These tactics help you manage Lace’s speed and precision, which allows you to have safer attacks and better healing time.

Additional Notes You Can Use

Here are some additional details about the Silksong Lace combat style. Use this to better anticipate her full move set, especially in later phases:

Attack

Details

Lunge

  • A forward dash with her pin

Double-Cut

  • Two quick slashes

Balestra

  • A mid-air spin followed by a jab, the direction shifts depending on where you are  positioned

Parry & Riposte

  • She blocks and retaliates with a fast flurry if hit during parry

Retreat

  • Quick glide back to position

Whirlwind

  • She marks an area, then slashes within the circle, followed by a slam.

Final Thoughts

The Silksong Lace Boss Fight is fast, fierce, and satisfying. If you know her attack patterns, especially the charged circle and lunges, you will be able to dodge, strike, and heal more effectively. Remember to stay alert, watch carefully, and strike wisely. With these strategies and insights, Lace becomes more manageable, and increases your progress into Pharloom’s world. 

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