taunt

A player known as Bloblumordthe3rd is undertaking a playthrough challenge called "Garama%" in Hollow Knight: Silksong, utilizing a taunt button that allows the protagonist, Hornet, to call out "Garama!" This action draws enemies closer and inflicts six damage when equipped with the Hunter's Crest, compared to Hornet's primary weapon, the Needle, which starts at five damage and can reach up to 21 when fully upgraded. Bloblumordthe3rd releases weekly videos documenting their progress, currently navigating through act 2 and facing challenges against waves of enemies that require NPC assistance. The challenge highlights the limitations of the taunt, especially against flying foes, and emphasizes the patience needed to defeat bosses, as demonstrated by a two-hour struggle against the final boss of act 1. The gaming community has responded positively, with comments reflecting enthusiasm for this unconventional gameplay method.