Erik Petrovich-Staff Writer

Staff Writer

Staff Writer

February, 2021
BA in Journalism & Media Communications, Colorado State University
RPG, PC, Strategy Guide
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About Erik Petrovich

After receiving his degree in Journalism & Media Communications from CSU in 2019, Erik began building his career in online media, and found his dream job when he joined The Best War Games as a staff writer. Though he started on the News and Lists teams back in 2021, Erik has since established himself as a key member of the Guides team as a specialist editor. 

When he's not replaying Elden Ring or perusing gaming leak forums online to learn anything he can about Half-Life 3, you can usually find Erik at the reservoir with his paddleboard or, on less sunny days, hunched over his desk like a shrimp painting 3D-printed miniatures.

Favorite Console

Despite being a PC gamer for much of his life, Erik has always wanted to have a Dreamcast for two reasons: to listen to its startup jingle whenever he wants, and to play Crazy Taxi on original hardware. Please contact him via pager if you have a spare CRT and Dreamcast.

Industry Focus

Erik primarily produces guides and walkthroughs spanning all manner of genres, but especially for RPGs and Indie games. He also enjoys every chance he gets to break news and interview the developers behind his favorite games.

Favorite Games

Elden Ring, Baldur's Gate 3, Hollow Knight, Cyberpunk 2077, The Binding of Isaac, Stardew Valley, Undertale, Noita, Dark Souls 2, Expedition 33, Hades, World of Warcraft, Diablo 2, Zelda: BOTW, Zelda: Wind Waker, Chibi-Robo, Zelda: Link's Awakening, Dishonored, Morrowind, Wrestling Empire, BOTW+TOTK, Katamari Damacy, Inscryption, Heroes of Might and Magic 3, Banjo Kazooie, It Takes Two, Pizza Tower, DOOM (2016), Half Life series, Vampire Survivors, Crazy Taxi

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Silksong: Cloaks of the Choir Quest Guide

To complete the Cloaks of the Choir quest, Silksong players must figure out where to find Choir Cloaks in the Choral Chambers.

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Where to Go First in Act 2 of Silksong (Post-Act 1 Guide)

Follow this guide to learn what you should do first in Act 2 in Silksong, and locations players should prioritize unlocking at the start of Act 2.

Silksong Act 1 Pharloom
Silksong Act 1 Walkthrough & Progression Guide

Follow this complete Silksong Act 1 walkthrough to learn the optimal Act 1 progression route through this early portion of the game.

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Silksong Beat Last Judge Boss Guide Defeat Final Hit
Silksong: How to Beat The Last Judge (Boss Guide)

To beat the Last Judge, Silksong players must first master the difficult boss runback, then deal with the challenging guardian of the Citadel itself.

Silksong Fine Pins Locations Quest Guide
Silksong: Fine Pins Quest Guide

To fine Fine Pins, Silksong players must venture back to the Choral Chambers within the Citadel to farm two specific enemies.

Silksong Widow Boss Guide Moveset Hornet Binding Skill
Silksong: How to Beat Widow (Boss Guide)

To beat the Widow in Silksong, you must avoid its downward slash and follow-up while also maneuvering around bell projectiles and damaging ground.

Silksong Sister Splinter Boss Guide Hornet Bind Stagger Staggered
Silksong: Sister Splinter Boss Guide

To beat Sister Splinter, Silksong players must dodge its slam attacks, quickly destroy thorny vines, and avoid being hit by summoned enemies.

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Silksong Unlock Act 2 Get To Citadel Guide Hornet Cutscene-1
How to Get to Act 2 in Silksong

To complete Act 1 and progress to Act 2, Silksong players must beat one of the hardest bosses in the game at the entrance to the Citadel.

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Where to Go After Reaching Greymoor in Silksong

After Hornet bursts into Greymoor, follow this guide to learn where to go next in Silksong.

Silksong Hornet Death Animation Dying Dead Final Hit
How to Prevent Rosary Loss in Silksong (Save & Quit Exploit)

To stop losing Rosaries when you die in Silksong, or recover lost Rosaries after dying, use a Silkeater, create a String, or use an exploit.

Silksong Increase Needle Damage Upgrade Pinmaster Plinney Sharpening Animation
How to Upgrade Needle in Silksong

There are a few ways to increase Needle damage in Silksong, but first, you'll have to find the Pinmaster in a haunted town.

Silksong Moorwing Boss Guide
Silksong: Moorwing Boss Guide

To beat Moorwing, Silksong players should follow this guide to learn its moveset, counters, and other tips for the Moorwing boss fight.

Silksong Savage Beastfly Boss Guide
Silksong: Savage Beastfly Boss Guide

Follow this Savage Beastfly boss guide for Silksong to learn how to beat this incredibly difficult, but thankfully optional, boss.

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How to Increase Max Shards & Tool Ammo in Silksong

Shell Shards are used primarily to replenish Hornet's Tool ammo, but to carry more Shards and ammo, Silksong players must upgrade their Tool Pouch.

Silksong Get Hunters Journal Nuu Hornet
How to Get the Hunter's Journal in Silksong

In Silksong, the Hunter's Journal can be unlocked to add a new bestiary to the menu, which updates as Hornet kills more enemies.

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How to Get & Use Memory Locket in Silksong (Expand Crest)

Every Crest has a certain number of colored sockets, but with a Memory Locket, Silksong players can expand Crests to equip more Tools.

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How to Increase HP & Get More Silk in Silksong

To get more HP and increase max Silk, Silksong players must collect specific shards and fragments throughout Pharloom.

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Should You Free Grindle in Silksong?

Found in a sub-area of the Marrow, players must decide whether they should free the prisoner Grindle in Silksong.

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Silksong What To Do After Beating Bell Beast Silkspear
Where to Go After Getting Silkspear & Beating Bell Beast in Silksong

After beating the Bell Beast, Silksong players have a few options for what to do next, including finding new NPCs, new bosses, and multiple new areas.

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How to Get a Map in Silksong

To unlock the map, Silksong players must progress far enough into the game to meet a new NPC: Shakra, a cartographer-warrior.