It is not a game for everyone. The high difficulty curve can be a barrier to entry. The penalty for death—losing your "Geo" (currency) and having to defeat your own shadow to retrieve it—can feel punishing if you die in an inaccessible spot. Additionally, the "backtracking" element can sometimes feel tedious if you miss a certain fast-travel point.
These differences make v1432 ~30–45 seconds faster than any% in current patch for top runners. hollow knight v1432 top
When searching for "v1432 top," you are likely looking for the highest DPS or highest survivability loadout. Here are the top three meta builds for this specific patch. It is not a game for everyone
To be at the "top" of v1432, you must master movement that was later patched. No DLC content (no Grimm Troupe, Godmaster, or
The Failed Champion (False Knight dream variant) has a stagger mechanic. In v1432, hitting his armor during stagger with the Dream Wielder charm does not wake him up. You can farm infinite Soul by dream-nailing his falling maggots. This is considered the "top" farming method for Pantoon prep.