How many Pantheons are there?

If you're wondering how many Pantheons are there in Hollow Knight, the answer is five challenging boss rush gauntlets that await you in the Godmaster DLC content.

The Five Pantheons Overview

Each Pantheon presents increasingly difficult sequences of boss battles that test your mastery of Hollow Knight's combat mechanics. These endurance trials are located in Godhome, accessible through the Junk Pit in the Royal Waterways after obtaining the Simple Key.

Pantheon of the Master

The first Pantheon features nine bosses, including familiar foes like False Knight, Massive Moss Charger, and Hornet Protector. This serves as an introduction to the Pantheon format.

Pantheon of the Artist

The second Pantheon contains eight bosses, culminating in a battle against the Paint Master. Notable encounters include Soul Warrior and Crystal Guardian.

Pantheon of the Sage

Featuring ten bosses, this Pantheon includes more challenging opponents like Elder Hu and Galien, ending with the formidable Soul Master.

Pantheon of the Knight

The fourth Pantheon is significantly more difficult, containing ten bosses including Pure Vessel as the final challenge. This gauntlet tests advanced combat skills.

Pantheon of Hallownest

The ultimate challenge features 42 consecutive boss fights, including every boss in the game plus the exclusive Absolute Radiance as the final encounter. Completing this Pantheon unlocks the game's most difficult ending.

Preparation and Rewards

Each Pantheon offers unique rewards, including new boss variants for Hall of Gods practice, Lifeblood Cocoons for healing between fights, and exclusive achievements. The Pantheons also allow charm binding challenges for additional difficulty.

Mastering all five Pantheons represents the pinnacle of Hollow Knight's combat system. Ready to test your skills against these legendary challenges and discover what secrets await beyond each grueling gauntlet?