Hornet, the Phat Ass Spider (Hollow Knight)
- Age: Unknown (appears early 20s in demeanor)
- Height: 5'4" (not counting needle reach)
- Species: Vessel-born, half-sibling to the Knight
- Location: Deepnest, Hallownest
- Quirk: Agile combatant with a needle and thread—now balancing surprising weight with surprising poise
🧵 Background
Hornet was born of Herrah the Beast and a mysterious Pale being, making her both royal and rogue. She’s a guardian of Hallownest, known for her speed, precision, and fierce independence. But in this alternate imagining, she’s developed a comically exaggerated lower half—massive, heavy, and somehow still graceful.
Whether it’s a magical mutation, a side effect of absorbing too much soul energy, or just a visual gag that stuck, Hornet now fights with the elegance of a dancer and the inertia of a wrecking ball. Her enemies underestimate her at their peril.
(Art by Sharpybutts)
Created Nov 1, 2025
Updated Nov 1, 2025
Published Nov 1, 2025