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HOLLOW KNIGHT / BOSSES

Hornet Protector

The Greenpath Hornet encounter tests dash awareness, spacing and reaction to needle throws.

BOSSESReviewed 2026-10-28Reference · noindex
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Volpedia strategy: Observe the leap and dash telegraphs and strike only on safe landing.
How it worksPractical strategyCommon mistake to avoidRelated entries
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How it works

The Greenpath Hornet encounter tests dash awareness, spacing and reaction to needle throws.

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Practical strategy

Observe the leap and dash telegraphs and strike only on safe landing.

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Common mistake to avoid

Healing immediately in front of a fresh attack animation.

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Related Hollow Knight articles

guidesHornet Protector and Sentinel Guide

Hornet Protector appears earlier in Greenpath; Hornet Sentinel is a later, more demanding battle in Kingdom’s Edge.

bossesHornet Sentinel

A later Hornet encounter with faster patterns and trap-like spike hazards.

mapsGreenpath

A lush region with acid pools, plant enemies and the first Hornet encounter.

charactersHornet

A nimble warrior tests the Knight in Greenpath and later appears at Kingdom's Edge; her needle and silk attacks telegraph movement.

mapsKingdom's Edge

A windy outer region with nail lessons, Hornet Sentinel and dangerous enemies.

abilitiesMothwing Cloak

A dash learned after the Greenpath Hornet encounter, allowing horizontal movement in air or on ground.

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