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HOLLOW KNIGHT / QUESTS

Nailmaster Lessons

Learning Great Slash, Dash Slash and Cyclone Slash unlocks more flexibility and a later Charm.

QUESTSReviewed 2026-10-28Reference · noindex
Original Hollow Knight editorial concept diagram, not a game screenshotOriginal Volpedia diagram
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Volpedia strategy: Find all three teachers and practice each art separately.
How it worksPractical strategyCommon mistake to avoidRelated entries
01

How it works

Learning Great Slash, Dash Slash and Cyclone Slash unlocks more flexibility and a later Charm.

02

Practical strategy

Find all three teachers and practice each art separately.

03

Common mistake to avoid

Trying to use a Nail Art before actually learning it.

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Independent Volpedia encyclopedia for Hollow Knight by Team Cherry; not Hollow Knight: Silksong. Original editorial diagrams are symbolic, not game screenshots or exact character depictions. Existing approved cover preserved. Verified editorial references are recorded in the internal M60 source registry. Hollow Knight and associated names are trademarks of their respective holders. Editorial review: 2026-10-28.

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