Iselda +English version+

Profile and Background. Iselda is the wife of Cornifer, the famous cartographer from Hollow Knight. In her past, she was a skilled fighter, though she left combat behind after following Cornifer to Hallownest to lead a quieter life in Grimemouth. Despite her imposing stature, she and Cornifer settled in a modest cottage next to the deer station in Grimemouth, where she runs the map shop.

She appreciates being with Cornifer, but hates the city of Grimemouth, as their stay there was supposed to be "temporary." However, Cornifer became obsessed with the ruins, and they ended up staying there, which she doesn't enjoy due to the solitude of the fading city.

Personality and Motivations. She wishes Cornifer could spend more time at home, continually showing concern for his safety and well-being. Although she doesn't have much interest in the shop, she makes a point of designing useful map pins for travelers, adapting to her customers' needs. She has declined to participate in Cornifer's adventures beyond the Forgotten Crossroads, considering herself happy with the quiet life they have together. In her dream dialogue, she hints at having been a warrior in the past, mentioning that she "used to use weapons." It is most likely that she was an adventurer in the past.

Appearance Iselda is an insectoid with a smooth, elongated, white head, with no visible facial features except for two small slits that resemble eyes. Her body is insect-like, ranging in color from grayish to dark blue. Curved appendages on her head droop backward like stylized pigtails. Her body is stocky compared to other characters, especially at the back. She wears clothing or a shell that resembles a dress in shades of dark blue and gray.

Related Achievements Acquiring a map of each area through the Map Shop triggers the Cartographer achievement.

Physical Location

Iselda is located in Filthmouth, in a shop next to the deer station in that same city. She remains there after the player has interacted with Cornifer at least once.

Goods. Maps: Ancient Basin: A map of Ancient Basin, a land buried deep within the world. (150 geo)

City of Tears: A map of the City of Tears, the capital of Hallownest. Does water really fall above the city? It must be beautiful... (120 geo)

Crystal Spire: A map of Crystal Spire, the enormous, glittering mountain that looms behind Filthmouth. My husband brought me some crystals from the mines along with a map of the area. What makes them shine so brightly? (150 geo)

Deepnest: A map of Deepnest, a dark and dangerous area deep within the world. When my husband returned with a barely completed map, I was angry. But then I saw how scared he was! Poor thing. (50 geo)

Cloudy Canyon: A map of Cloudy Canyon, which connects Greenpath to the Fungal Wastes. The air here is thick, so Cornifer had a hard time finding his way. Well, harder than usual. (200 geo)

Forgotten Crossroads: A map of the Forgotten Crossroads, the area just below Dirtmouth. Cornifer dragged me there once. It was empty and lonely, but still quite impressive. (40 geo)

Fungal Wastes: A map of the Fungal Wastes, a mushroom-filled area below the Forgotten Crossroads. My husband brought me some mushrooms from there and tried to cook them. What a disgusting stench! (100 geo)

Greenpath: A map of Greenpath, a vegetation-filled, low-lying area of ​​Hallownest. Apparently, the water there is lethal to the touch! (80 geo)

Howling Cliffs: A map of Howling Cliffs, which rise above Mudmouth. Cornifer told me the wind was so loud there he couldn't hear his own voice. Which leads me to ask... why did he talk to himself? (100 geo)

Realm's Edge: A map of Realm's Edge, a place at the edge of the world. My husband... he travels to faraway places, while I stay here in the city. (150 geo)

Sleeplands: A map of the Sleeplands, a sacred site near the Crossroads. Cornifer told me it seemed serene and calming, but it sounds a bit creepy to me. No, thanks. (75 geo)

Royal Waterways: A map of the Royal Waterways, the pipes and chambers that lie beneath the City of Tears. Cornifer seems to have enjoyed exploring the area, though he came back soaked and shivering. (100 geo)

Queen's Gardens: A map of the Queen's Gardens, a royal shrine near Greenpath. Cornifer sometimes claims I'm his queen... though usually only when I'm angry. (200 geo)

Tools: Whimsical Compass: Highly recommended! If you're having trouble finding your way in the maze of ruins below, try this amulet. It will mark your location on the map. It's incredibly useful for finding your way in unfamiliar places! (220 geo)