Silksong Players Are Begging to Pet the Bell Beast

Hollow Knight: Silksong has finally landed, and while players are already diving deep into Pharloom’s hauntingly beautiful world, one debate has quickly taken center stage: the community’s desperate desire to pet the Bell Beast.

Yes, not the dogs of gaming tradition, but a bug-like creature that somehow radiates the exact same loyal, puppy-like energy.

For those stepping into the first few hours of the game, the Bell Beast is among the earliest and most memorable encounters. Found trapped in The Marrow, ensnared in thick webs, it becomes a pivotal boss fight once freed with the Silk Spear. After its defeat, the Bell Beast sheds aggression and transforms into your faithful fast travel companion. From that moment, ringing the bells at stations summons the creature to carry you swiftly between locations across Pharloom.

What makes the Bell Beast so special is not just its functionality, but its behavior. Players have noticed its animations resemble that of a dog greeting its owner. It digs happily at the ground, perks up at the sound of bells, and radiates excitement whenever Hornet appears. The problem? Despite this clear invitation for affection, the game doesn’t let Hornet actually pet the Bell Beast. The absence of a simple petting mechanic has sparked passionate pleas across the Silksong community.

This isn’t just idle chatter – fans have already started filling Reddit threads and fan art galleries with images of Hornet giving the Bell Beast well-deserved scritches. Many argue that Team Cherry has perfectly set up the creature’s personality for such a feature, only to deny players the obvious interaction. Others highlight how modern games have turned petting mechanics into beloved Easter eggs, from dogs in Far Cry to cats in Stray. Silksong, they argue, feels like it’s missing an emotional layer that could elevate the bond between Hornet and her companion.

Of course, not everyone is convinced. Some players dismiss the debate entirely, questioning why petting virtual animals matters at all. Others have jokingly pointed out that you can technically interact with the Bell Beast – by striking it with your needle, which makes it react in what looks suspiciously like joy. It’s not quite the tender moment most had in mind, but the detail hasn’t gone unnoticed.

Still, the consensus among fans is clear: the Bell Beast deserves love. Whether or not Team Cherry chooses to patch in a petting action remains to be seen, but the fact that this discussion has grown so quickly proves how much players are connecting with Silksong’s design. When even a giant bug wrapped in bells can inspire puppy-like affection, it’s a testament to the magic of this world.

Hollow Knight: Silksong is only just beginning its journey with fans, and as guides, reviews, and discussions roll in, one thing is certain: players don’t just want to conquer Pharloom – they want to cuddle it too.