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HOLLOW KNIGHT / CHARMS

Fragile Strength

Increases Nail damage but can break on normal death; it can later be upgraded to Unbreakable Strength.

CHARMSReviewed 2026-10-28Reference · noindex
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Volpedia strategy: Use where your risk tolerance fits; understand the repair and upgrade path.
How it worksPractical strategyCommon mistake to avoidRelated entries
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How it works

Increases Nail damage but can break on normal death; it can later be upgraded to Unbreakable Strength.

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Practical strategy

Use where your risk tolerance fits; understand the repair and upgrade path.

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Common mistake to avoid

Assuming the fragile and unbreakable versions are separate simultaneous buffs.

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