Master the first major boss of Hollow Knight Silksong with our comprehensive Moss Mother strategy guide. Learn attack patterns, phase transitions, and winning strategies for this Moss Grotto encounter.
The Moss Mother sweeps massive vines across the ground in a wide arc
Jump over or use Swift Step to dash through at the right moment
Sharp roots erupt from the ground in a line pattern
Watch for ground indicators and move to safe spots
The boss slams its massive head down, creating shockwaves
Stay at medium range and attack the head after the slam
Fires explosive seeds that detonate after a short delay
Keep moving and use the environment for cover
Basic vine attacks and root spikes. The Moss Mother stays relatively stationary.
Learn the timing for vine sweeps and focus on dealing damage to the head when it slams down.
Head slam recovery, after vine sweep attacks
Introduces seed barrage attacks and becomes more aggressive with vine movements.
Maintain mobility and use silk abilities to stay airborne. Attack during seed reload phases.
After seed barrages, during vine attack recoveries
Desperate phase with rapid attack combinations and environmental hazards.
Focus on survival and take safe damage opportunities. Don't get greedy with attacks.
Brief windows after combination attacks, when the boss is exhausted
Stay at mid-range to avoid most attacks while maintaining attack opportunities on the head.
Conserve silk energy for emergency escapes rather than aggressive offense in this fight.
This is a tutorial boss - focus on learning patterns rather than rushing for damage.
Defeat grants your first major ability upgrade and access to deeper areas of Moss Grotto.