Silksong: Witch Crest
The Witch Crest is a high-skill, late-game Crest that completely alters Hornet combat style, turning her needle into a long-range whip that leeches life from foes on every hit.
Witch Crest
"Whip the needle in sweeping swings and leech the life of foes through twisted roots."
Is the Witch Crest Worth It?
Section titled “Is the Witch Crest Worth It?”This Crest is a powerful reward, but the quest is long and the playstyle isn’t for everyone. Here’s a quick breakdown to help you decide if it’s right for you.
- Playstyle: The Witch Crest rewards aggressive, relentless offense. Its whip attacks allow you to control space and hit enemies from a safer distance, while the constant lifesteal lets you recover from minor mistakes without stopping your assault. It’s a brawler’s dream.
- Best For: Long, difficult boss battles and clearing rooms packed with enemies.
- Avoid If: You rely heavily on utility Tools (Yellow slots) or prefer a fast, nimble hit-and-run combat style.
| Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|
| ✅ Excellent lifesteal for high sustain | ❌ No Yellow slots for utility |
| ✅ Great range and crowd control with whip | ❌ Slower attack speed than default needle |
| ✅ High build potential with 2R/3B max slots | ❌ Healing depends entirely on landing hits |
How to Get the Witch Crest
Section titled “How to Get the Witch Crest”The Witch Crest is the final reward for completing the long and dangerous Rite of Rebirth side quest. This multi-region journey begins with a cursed item and ends with a difficult choice between finding a cure or unlocking a secret ending.
The quest involves finding the Twisted Bud in Bilewater, becoming cursed in Shellwood, and then following a long trail of clues to a doctor named Yarnby in Greymoor to find the cure.
Witch Crest Attack Patterns
Section titled “Witch Crest Attack Patterns”The Crest replaces Hornet’s standard attacks with a completely new whip-based moveset. Below is a breakdown of each new attack.
Basic Attack (Whip Lash)
Section titled “Basic Attack (Whip Lash)”Hornet’s standard ground attack is replaced by a forward-facing whip strike with excellent range.
Pogo Attack (Pogo Whip)
Section titled “Pogo Attack (Pogo Whip)”The downward attack is now a wide, arcing slash, making it easier to pogo on enemies and hazards.
Dash Attack (Dashing Lash)
Section titled “Dash Attack (Dashing Lash)”You can perform a whip attack while dashing, allowing for highly mobile damage and repositioning.
Charge Attack (Charged Lash)
Section titled “Charge Attack (Charged Lash)”Holding the attack button unleashes a more powerful whip strike with even greater range and damage.
Optimal Builds for Witch Crest
Section titled “Optimal Builds for Witch Crest”The Crest’s entire playstyle revolves around using its long-range attacks and lifesteal to safely generate Silk for devastating abilities. These builds maximize that potential.