What to know
- Sprintmaster Swift is found in Far Fields, on the far eastern border near the great bone arches.
- He initiates the “Fastest in Pharloom” side-quest with three escalating races.
- While you can reach him with basic progression, having mobility upgrades makes both the approach and the races easier.
- Rewards include Rosary, Beast, and Mask shards, along with a memento and potential shortcut unlocks.
Hornet’s movement is central to Silksong’s design. Sprintmaster Swift embodies this by challenging you to beat him in races across Pharloom. Here’s a detailed look at how to reach him, what you need, and what you’ll gain.
Where Sprintmaster Swift is
Sprintmaster Swift can be found in the Far Fields, one of the more open and windswept regions of Pharloom. His camp is set at the far eastern edge of the zone, close to towering bone arches that serve as natural landmarks. This area feels desolate compared to Pharloom’s denser, urban regions, with long stretches of open ground broken up by patches of ruined structures and scattered enemies.
To get here, most players will travel from Hunter’s March, heading east into the Far Fields. The path becomes progressively windier and more open, with broken fences, dry reeds, and skeletal remains marking the approach. You’ll notice a few small platforms and ledges that suggest routes for testing speed and agility — fitting clues that you’re closing in on a race-focused NPC. At the very end of this stretch, you’ll spot Swift himself: a lean, fast-moving bug NPC who immediately challenges you to a race.
How to get to Sprintmaster Swift: Step-by-step guide
- Start from the Marrow, then to the Hunter’s March. Use the southeastern exit that leads directly into Far Fields. Or you can choose to go from Deep docks, towards north-eastern and then reach the Hunter's March.
- Move east through the wide-open terrain. Look for tall bone arches and a distinctive wind-swept plain with scattered enemy patrols.
- Watch for traversal gates. Some routes may be blocked, requiring a Simple Key or a movement upgrade like wall-cling or Clawline. If you’ve been exploring thoroughly, you’ll likely already have these.
- Keep moving until the map tapers eastward. You’ll eventually reach a relatively flat, open stretch of land, where you can rest on a bench to mark the area if you ever want to visit again. This is where Swift waits.
Sprintmaster Swift requirements and recommended preparations
- Exploration progress: You’ll need access to Hunter’s March and the eastern Far Fields.
- Mobility upgrades: While not always mandatory, abilities like Clawline (grapple), Silk Lash (longer reach), and wall-cling are extremely useful.
- Optional keys: Certain shortcut doors may require Simple Keys, which make the approach faster.
- Recommended charms/loadout: Focus on agility and survivability — sprint speed boosts, extra masks, and refill items help in the races.
Sprintmaster Swift rewards
The rewards from Sprintmaster Swift’s races are both practical and cosmetic. Each race victory provides a new prize, and completing all three grants additional recognition.
- Race 1: Rosary Necklace
- Race 2: Beast Shard
- Race 3: Mask Shard
- Completion bonus: Sprintmaster Memento (a unique keepsake)
- Possible unlocks: Some players report a Swift Shell (speed-enhancing charm) or a shortcut opening between Far Fields and Hunter’s March after the questline.
Sprintmaster Swift - quick reference table
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Far Fields, far eastern border near bone arches |
| Access route | From Hunter’s March, take the southeastern exit into Far Fields and travel east |
| Recommended tools | Clawline, Silk Lash, wall-cling, optional Simple Key |
| Race count | 3 (beginner, intermediate, advanced) |
| Rewards | Rosary Necklace, Beast Shard, Mask Shard, Sprintmaster Memento; possible Swift Shell or shortcut unlock |
Should you race Sprintmaster Swift?
The Sprintmaster Swift challenge is more than just a test of speed — it’s a way to sharpen your mastery of Silksong’s traversal, discover hidden shortcuts, and earn valuable rewards. Even if you don’t need every shard or charm, the races add variety and personality to Pharloom’s open regions while rewarding skillful movement.
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