In the year 2026, Hollow Knight: Silksong still stands as a beacon of brutal platforming and bug-slaying, and one of its most delightfully disgusting side quests is the Broodfeast. Hornet, our stoic and stylish protagonist, finds herself in the Putrified Ducts, face-to-face with a charmingly creepy NPC called the Huntress. This lovely lady doesn't want flowers or a thank-you note—she wants organs. Specifically, 60 of them, harvested in three very particular ways. It's less a quest and more a butcher's shopping list, but hey, who are we to judge a bug's culinary preferences?
The Broodfeast is technically a "Hunt" quest, which in Silksong terms means "go kill things with specific tools and bring back the gooey bits." The Huntress, presumably too busy polishing her collection of skulls, delegates the messy work to Hornet. The good news? You don't have to wander aimlessly across Pharloom. The bad news? You'll need three specific tools and a whole lot of patience (or a good bench loop).
How to Trigger the Broodfeast Quest (Without Getting Lost)
First things first: get yourself to the Putrified Ducts. This charming neighborhood is filled with vine traps, aggressive bugs, and a distinct lack of five-star restaurants. Explore the southern part of the region, and eventually you'll bump into the Huntress. She's hard to miss—she's the one with the unsettling smile and a passion for organ-based cuisine.
On your first visit, you'll need to trek all the way to the southwest of the Putrified Ducts to reach her. It's a bit of a hike, and the local wildlife will try to turn Hornet into a pincushion. But once you've found her and accepted the quest, you can unlock a shortcut that drops you right next to her from the Putrified Ducts Bench. After that, visiting the Huntress becomes a breeze—just drop down and say hello.
The Three Courses of the Broodfeast
The Huntress isn't asking for just any organs. Oh no, that would be too simple. She wants them seared, shredded, and skewered—each requiring a different tool to deliver the final blow. Here's the breakdown, complete with a handy table that would make any chef proud.
Organ Type
Tool Needed
Quantity
Tool Location
Seared Organs
15
Deep Docks, after unlocking the southern gate with a Simple Key
Shredded Organs
35
Underworks, purchased from the Twelfth Architect vendor
Skewered Organs
10
Deep Docks, purchased from a vendor
Seared Organs: Playing with Fire
To get seared organs, Hornet needs to kill enemies using the
Don't have the Flintslate? Head to the Deep Docks and unlock the southern gate using a Simple Key. The tool is waiting for you there, probably gathering dust next to a pile of gears.
Shredded Organs: Spin to Win (and Mince)
For shredded organs, you'll need the
The Cogwork Wheel can be purchased from a vendor named the Twelfth Architect in the Underworks. He's a chatty fellow, but his wares are top-notch.
Skewered Organs: The Art of the Trap
Finally, skewered organs require the
You can buy the Sting Shard from the vendor in Deep Docks. Easy peasy.
Pro Tips for the Lazy (but Efficient) Organ Farmer
Killing over 60 enemies sounds like a chore, but here's the secret: don't roam. Find a bench with a few enemies nearby, kill them with the required tool, rest on the bench to respawn them, and repeat. It's a grind, but a manageable one. The Putrified Ducts Bench near the Huntress is a great spot, especially after you've unlocked the shortcut.
Also, be careful with the vine traps in the Putrified Ducts. They don't care about your organ-collecting dreams; they'll happily skewer Hornet instead. Keep your distance and use the tools wisely.
In conclusion, the Broodfeast quest is a test of patience and precision. But with the right tools and a bench-based farming loop, Hornet will have those 60 organs in no time. The Huntress will be pleased, and you'll never look at a bug's innards the same way again. Happy hunting!
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