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Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove Guide

2014 · Retro action platformer collection

Game guides

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GuideWhat you will find
The Shovel of Hope world map highlights the Lich Yard, lair of Specter Knight.CampaignsCompare the five included games and their different movement systems.
Shovel Knight attacks a small enemy on a grassy platform in Shovel of Hope.RelicsFind the right Shovel of Hope tool for an enemy or platforming obstacle.
Shovel Knight bounces above a large orange dragon while bubbles fill the arena.BossesRead attack windows instead of trading damage through every boss pattern.
Croaker speaks to Shovel Knight in a tavern room.Upgrades & CheckpointsSpend treasure on lasting improvements and understand the cost of a failed attempt.
Shovel Knight bounces above a large orange dragon while bubbles fill the arena.CharactersIdentify the main cast, their roles and the relationships that explain the adventure.

At a glance

Three useful starting points
FocusWhat to know
Choose a campaign firstEach hero has different movement and equipment.
Keep checkpoints while learningBreaking one trades safety for gold.
Use the correct relicMagic can bypass a dangerous approach.

Characters Character guide →

Key characters and their roles
CharacterRoleAt a glance
Shovel KnightShovel of Hope protagonistUses the Shovel Blade to seek Shield Knight and confront the Order of No Quarter.
Shield KnightAdventurerHer disappearance drives Shovel Knight’s quest.
Plague KnightPlague of Shadows protagonistCombines bomb parts and pursues an alchemical project with Mona.
Specter KnightSpecter of Torment protagonistRecruits the Order while serving the Enchantress.
King KnightKing of Cards protagonistUses shoulder bashes while pursuing royal ambitions.
The EnchantressAntagonistCommands the Order of No Quarter from the Tower of Fate.

Quick answers

Unlocks, routes and useful answers
TopicGo straight to
CampaignsStart with Shovel of Hope for the original adventure →
RelicsLook for Chester’s hidden chests →
Upgrades & CheckpointsTurn Meal Tickets into health →

Pictures All pictures →

Shovel Knight attacks a small enemy on a grassy platform in Shovel of Hope.
Shovel Knight attacks a small enemy on a grassy platform in Shovel of Hope.
Shovel Knight bounces above a large orange dragon while bubbles fill the arena.
Shovel Knight bounces above a large orange dragon while bubbles fill the arena.
Croaker speaks to Shovel Knight in a tavern room.
Croaker speaks to Shovel Knight in a tavern room.
The Shovel of Hope world map highlights the Lich Yard, lair of Specter Knight.
The Shovel of Hope world map highlights the Lich Yard, lair of Specter Knight.
References
Guide references
ReferenceWebsite
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: game and edition overviewstore.steampowered.com