Lace can be a tough opponent the first time you face her. She’s quick, aggressive, and her flashy attacks can catch you off guard. But don’t worry, this fight is easier than it looks once you know the trick. The main strategy is to spend most of the battle in the air, avoiding her ground-heavy attacks and striking when she leaves herself open. This guide will show you step by step how to handle her moves, when to heal, and how to finish the fight.
Hollow Knight: Silksong – How to Beat Lace
Lace might look intimidating, but with the right strategy, she becomes a lot more manageable. It might take a little practice, but once you get used to it, the fight flows smoothly.
Before the Fight – Use the Cocoon Strategically
You don’t have to break the healing cocoon right away. Save it for later in the fight when you actually need it. That way, you’ll have an extra heal ready to go when things get rough.
Main Strategy – Stay in the Air
The key to this fight is spending as much time as possible in the air. Most of Lace’s hardest-hitting attacks happen on the ground, so avoiding her by jumping and striking from above makes things much easier. Use aerial attacks with your spear to stay mobile and safe.
- Ground Combos: These hurt a lot but are easy to dodge if you’re airborne.
- Circle Glow Attack: Lace charges up a glowing circular strike. Just stay outside the glowing area, and you’ll be safe. After she lands in the middle, she stands still for a moment. This is a perfect chance to get in some hits.
- When you stun-lock her mid-combat, you can safely chain some attacks.
- After her circle glow attack, she pauses in the middle. This is one of the best opportunities to punish her.
If you need to heal, wait until she’s stunned or after she finishes a big move. This gives you enough time without taking unnecessary hits. The fight might look flashy and overwhelming at first, but once you stay airborne and look for openings, it becomes surprisingly simple. With practice, you’ll take her down consistently.
