Shaman Stone is a Charm in Hollow Knight. It increases the damage of Spells and the size of Vengeful Spirit/Shade Soul.[Note 1]
Usefulness
Since it increases Spell damage by 33-51% depending on the Spell, it is incredibly powerful, as it can be used to one-shot many enemies from safe ranges, or to deal more Spell damage to bosses.
Shaman Stone is incredibly useful for speedrunning, not only because of the damage boost it gives to Spells, but also because of how fast and easy it is to acquire compared to other damage sources like Fragile Strength, Quick Slash, or Pale Ore.
How to Acquire
Bought from Salubra for 220 in the Forgotten Crossroads.
- Shop description:
- Are you a spellcaster, you little scoundrel? Ho ho! I'm only teasing.
If you ever learn any spells you should buy this charm for yourself. I've heard it will make a spell much stronger!
- Are you a spellcaster, you little scoundrel? Ho ho! I'm only teasing.
Charm Combo Tips
Joni's Blessing |
Since using this Charm is for Spell-casting-focused builds, it can be useful in combination with Joni's Blessing in battles where healing is difficult or impossible. |
Spell Twister |
Useful to use in combination with Spell Twister since it reduces the SOUL cost of Spells. |
Soul Eater |
Soul Eater works extremely well in combination with Shaman Stone as it allows for more frequent casting of Spells. |
Soul Catcher |
Soul Catcher works well in combination with Shaman Stone as it allows for more frequent casting of Spells. |
Flukenest |
Shaman Stone increases the damage to 5 (from 4), resulting in a total damage of 45 with Vengeful Spirit and 80 with Shade Soul. Fluke projectiles are also, on average, 31.9% bigger.[Note 2] Shaman Stone only affects the Defender's Crest + Flukenest combo by increasing the damage frequency, allowing for 26-30 damage. |