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Zeus

King of Olympus, Zeus provides chain lightning boons and leads the gods rallying behind Melinoë throughout early access and beyond.

Title
King of the Gods
Faction
Olympian
Allies
Poseidon, Hermes, Apollo, Hestia
First Appearance
Hades (2018)

Zeus remains a staple boon provider, but Hades II expands his arsenal with new duo opportunities involving Apollo, Hestia, and freshly introduced surface allies.

Boons & Blessings

Boon Description Notes
Lightning Strike Attack emits chain lightning dealing bonus damage. Best paired with rapid weapons and Apollo light stacks.
Thunder Flourish Special triggers radial lightning blast. Combines with Poseidon for Storm Surge and with Hestia for Flameburst duos.
Static Discharge Victims emit jolts when hit, stacking damage over time. Synergizes with chill, burns, or doom effects from fellow gods.

Voice Lines

Greeting

  • "Granddaughter! Let the storms answer your call."
  • "Olympus stands ready."

Boon Selection

  • "Choose wisely; my thunder is unmatched."
  • "The storm favors the bold."
  • "Apollo, share your light with her."

Victory

  • "Chronos shall know the wrath of Olympus."
  • "Another strike for our family."

Related Quests

  • "Thunder Above" — Secure Zeus keepsake upgrades via offering exchange.
  • "Olympian Council" — Unlock joint boons by maintaining high favor with Zeus and Apollo.

Strategy Tips

  • Prioritize duo boons that combine lightning with chill, burn, or knockback to multiply discharge ticks.
  • Stack Static Discharge with high attack speed builds or Apollo’s lingering beams.

Associated Characters