The Moth Tribe & Dreamers — Hollow Knight Walkthrough
The Moth Tribe, and specifically the Dreamers, play a pivotal role in the overarching narrative of Hollow Knight. These ancient beings are intrinsically linked to the fate of Hallownest and the containment of the Infection. Understanding their purpose and their connection to The Knight is essential for comprehending the game's deeper lore and achieving its true ending.
The Dreamers—Lurien the Watcher, Monomon the Teacher, and Herrah the Beast—are three powerful beings who were tasked with guarding the entrances to the Black Egg Temple, where the Hollow Knight, a vessel created to contain the Infection, is imprisoned. They each reside in distinct locations: Lurien in the City of Tears, Monomon in the Fog Canyon, and Herrah in Deepnest. The Knight must find and defeat each of them, or rather, awaken them from their slumber, to gain access to the Black Egg Temple. Their dreams are intertwined with the kingdom's fate, and their defeat or awakening is a crucial step in The Knight's journey to confront the source of the Infection.
Key information about the Dreamers:
- Lurien the Watcher: Resides in the Tower of Love in the City of Tears. Guards the Temple's eastern entrance.
- Monomon the Teacher: Resides in the Teacher's Archives in Fog Canyon. Guards the Temple's western entrance.
- Herrah the Beast: Resides in the Beast's Den in Deepnest. Guards the Temple's southern entrance.
The Moth Tribe itself is a more ancient and mysterious entity, with the Dreamers being descendants or sificant figures within it. Their existence and purpose are tied to the ancient pacts and the struggle against the Radiance. By understanding their roles, players gain a deeper insight into the history and the tragic downfall of Hallownest.