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Volpedia/Games/Hollow/Weapons/Great Slash
HOLLOW KNIGHT / WEAPONS

Great Slash

A charged Nail Art that releases a wide, powerful strike.

WEAPONSReviewed 2026-10-28Reference · noindex
Original Hollow Knight editorial concept diagram, not a game screenshotOriginal Volpedia diagram
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Volpedia strategy: Charge during long enemy windups, then release as the target enters range.
How it worksPractical strategyCommon mistake to avoidRelated entries
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How it works

A charged Nail Art that releases a wide, powerful strike.

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Practical strategy

Charge during long enemy windups, then release as the target enters range.

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Common mistake to avoid

Using it in every close-quarters exchange instead of the basic Nail.

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questsNailmaster Lessons

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

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A painter and Nailmaster in Greenpath teaches Great Slash.

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A spinning Nail Art that can produce repeated hits when held appropriately.

weaponsDash Slash

A charged Nail Art combined with movement, useful for horizontal reach.

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charmsMark of Pride

Greatly extends Nail range and is associated with the Mantis Tribe.

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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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