Hornet, the Phat Ass Spider (Hollow Knight)

Hornet, the Phat Ass Spider (Hollow Knight)

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- 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

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