Mechanics

Incantations and Progression Systems in Hades 2

Master crafting, arcana, familiars, and endgame systems with actionable breakdowns and checklists.

Key Incantations in Hades 2

Summon Night's Friendly Cauldron for Hades 2

  • Unlock: Tutorial completion
  • Cost: 10 Ashes, 30 Psyche
  • Reward: Grants access to crafting familiars

Essential incantation opening core progression loops. Prioritize after first successful run.

Calling Selene within Hades 2

  • Unlock: Befriend Selene to affinity level 3
  • Cost: 1 Moonstone, 5 Lotus
  • Reward: Unlocks moonbeam Omega upgrade path

Ideal for caster builds focusing on lunar boons and high Omega uptime.

Chronos Ward Defenses for Hades 2

  • Unlock: Story milestone: Rescue Zagreus
  • Cost: 3 Titan Blood, 100 Psyche
  • Reward: Provides temporal shield and new keepsake slot

Late-game incantation granting defensive layering for high-heat runs.

Upgrade Systems for Hades 2

Arcana Cards Shaping Hades 2

Assign limited slots to arcana cards that boost offense, defense, or economy. Track prerequisites and Psyche costs with our upcoming planner.

Omens & Keepsakes through Hades 2

Earned from relationship ranks. Compare stat boosts, rarity scaling, and recommended pairing per weapon.

Familiars Supporting Hades 2 Runs

Unique allies such as Toula or Frinos provide active abilities and passives. Level them with treats earned from hunts.