Where should I go after Greenpath?

Where should I go after Greenpath is a common question that depends on your current abilities and what you've accomplished in this lush, overgrown area of Hallownest.

Immediate Next Steps from Greenpath

After completing Greenpath and defeating Hornet to obtain the Mothwing Cloak (dash ability), you have several viable paths forward:

Fungal Wastes

This is often the most natural progression. Located to the left of Greenpath, Fungal Wastes contains the Mantis Village where you can challenge the Mantis Lords. Defeating them grants safe passage through their territory and access to Deepnest.

Fog Canyon

Accessible from the upper areas of Greenpath, this mysterious region houses the Teacher's Archives and Uumuu boss fight. You'll need the Isma's Tear (acid immunity) to fully explore this area, but you can make initial progress without it.

City of Tears

If you've obtained the Simple Key from the Sly shopkeeper in Dirtmouth, you can access the City of Tears through the acid pools in the lower right of Greenpath. This grand metropolitan area offers significant story progression and multiple upgrade opportunities.

What You Should Have Before Moving On

Ensure you've collected the Mothwing Cloak from Hornet and explored Greenpath thoroughly for mask shards, geo deposits, and other upgrades. Having 300+ geo saved will help you purchase useful items from shops in upcoming areas.

Strategic Considerations

Your choice depends on your preferred difficulty curve. Fungal Wastes offers moderate challenges and important movement upgrades, while City of Tears provides crucial story elements but tougher enemies. Fog Canyon is more exploration-focused with unique environmental puzzles.

Consider your current health, nail damage, and comfort level with the game's mechanics when deciding your next destination. Each path offers distinct rewards that will serve you well in Hallownest's deeper mysteries.