Boss Guide · Hollow Knight
How to Beat Hornet Protector
medium
Weak to:Punish recoveryHeal during thread trapDash timing
About Hornet Protector
The first encounter with Hornet in Greenpath. A fast, acrobatic boss that teaches aggressive play.
Attack Phases
1
Guardian of Greenpath
Fast lunges and needle throws. She pauses after combos — heal or attack then.
- ›Needle lunge
- ›Needle throw
- ›Aerial dive
- ›Thread trap (stagger)
Rewards
- •Mothwing Cloak (dash ability)
Weaknesses
Punish recoveryHeal during thread trapDash timing