Updated June 18, 2025 by Christopher Norman Worcester: With the new Unseen Update, Supergiant Games have introduced, among the several new additions, six new Hidden weapons Aspects for players to unlock. As one of the most popular groups of items from the original game, Hidden Aspects have been near the top of fans’ wishlists for quite some time. Now that they are available in Early Access, we’ll explain how to unlock them in this update.
Hades 2 features a group of six weapons for Melnoë to use to complete her task. While the basic version of these five weapons offer a wide range of possibilities when paired with the various boons offered by the gods, there is actually much more for players to explore once they reach an important point in the game. Like its predecessor, Hades 2 includes an entire system of weapon upgrades known as Aspects.
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Weapon Aspects in Hades 2 are altered versions of the Nocturnal Arms that were once wielded by a variety of characters other than Melinoë. These Aspects offer totally different effects that can drastically alter the way they perform during runs. This guide will explain the process of unlocking each weapon, and how to reveal and unlock all Aspects of the Nocturnal Arms in Hades 2.
Hades 2 is in Early Access. This means that major sections of the game could change before the official 1.0 release. If any major changes or additions are made to the process of unlocking and revealing the Nocturnal Arms and their Aspects, this guide will be updated accordingly.
How to Unlock All Hidden Aspects in Hades 2
Six Hidden Aspects in Hades 2:
There are currently six Hidden Aspects introduced in Hades 2‘s Unseen Update. They will be listed below in the order they were unlocked. All six of the Hidden Aspects were unlocked by learning a Waking-Phrase and speaking them at the Silver Pool. In Hades 2, each hidden aspect appears to alter a weapon’s base moveset, and adds a special mechainc.
Aspect of Nergal – Moonstone Axe:
We unlocked the Aspect of Nergal by learning the Waking-Phrase from Charon. We were able to learn in the first time we encountered Charon at a shop during our first run after the Unseen Update.
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Hidden Aspect |
Base Weapon |
Unlock Cost |
NPC Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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Aspect of Nergal |
Zorephet |
S-Scales x5 Iron x 15 |
Waking-Phrase learned from Charon. We learned it at Charon’s shop mid-run. |
Aspect of Shiva – Black Coat:
Like Zorephet, we unlocked the Waking-Phrase for the Black Coat during out first encounter with Selene after installing the Unseen Update. In this case, you won’t see the special marker over Selene’s head, becasue you only see her boon marker.
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Aspect of Shiva |
Xinth |
V-Lens x2 Nightmare x4 |
Waking-Phrase learned from Selene. |
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Aspect of Hel – Argent Skull:
To unlock the Aspect of Hel for the Argent Skull, you’ll need to speak with Medea in the City of Ephyra. She is the special NPC found in the area, and is always found on the southern side of the city.
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Aspect of Hel |
Revaal |
S-Reed x2 Adamant x |
Waking-Phrase learned from Medea in the City of Ephyra |
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Aspect of Anubis – Witch’s Staff:
The Aspect of Anubis is the Hidden Aspect for Descura, the Witch’s Staff. Circe will unlock this Hidden Aspect when you meet with her on her island in the Rift of Thessaly.
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Aspect of Anubis |
Descura |
Fang x2 Tears x5 |
Waking-Phrase learned from Circe in the Rift of Thessaly |
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Aspect of the Morrigan – Sister Blades:
The Aspect of the Morrigan is the Hidden Aspect for Lim & Oros, the Sister Blades. Meet Artemis during her hunts to unlock. Unlike the previous aspects, it took us several meetings with Artemis for her to unlock the Waking-Phrase.
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Aspect of Morrigan |
Lim and Oros |
Feather x2 Iron x8 |
Waking-Phrase given by Artemis during her hunts |
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Aspect of Supay – Umbral Flames:
The Aspect of Supay is the Hidden Aspect for Ygnium, the Umbral Flames. You will learn the Waking-Phrase from Moros near the Fated List. This Hidden Apsect took for longer than any other for us to acquire. We are not sure why that is, but Moros simply would not provide the Waking-Phrase. Finally, after six nights of starting a run and dying, Moros gave it up.
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Aspect of Supay |
Ygnium |
Shadow x1 Marble x15 |
Waking-Phrase learned from Moros at the Crossroads |
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In the original release, Hidden Aspects were a late-game mechanic. As we have been playing Hades 2 since its release into Early Access, we have not yet unlocked Hidden Aspects in Hades 2 from a New Game state, so it is currently difficult to say exactly when in the game they will become available if you are starting from scratch. Our current save file began at 110 nights with all previously released content completed. We’ll update this guide once we know more about unlocking the Hidden Aspects when starting a new game.
How to Unlock All Weapons in Hades 2
There are five basic weapons that make up Hades 2‘s Nocturnal Arms. Use the following recipes at the Silver Pool to unlock them:
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Nocturnal Armament |
Unlock Recipe |
|---|---|
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Witch’s Staff |
Available by default at the start of Hades 2 |
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Sister Blades |
SIlver x1 |
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Moonstone Axe |
Silver x15 |
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Umbral Flames |
Silver x3 Cinder x3 |
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Argent Skull |
Glassrock x2 Bronze x1 Argent Skull is not available immediately. Progress through the main story, use each of the other weapons. Eventually, it will be revealed in the Silver Pool. |
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Black Coat |
Cinder x2 Adamant x2 Make sure to download the new Olympic update, then collect Adamant from Mount Olympus. Craft the Black Coat at the Nocturnal Arms area in the Crossroads. |
How to Reveal Weapon Aspects in Hades 2
Once the player has unlocked each of the Nocturnal Arms, they are ready to begin the process of revealing all Weapon Aspects in Hades 2. The steps to completing this task are as follows:
- Step 1: Attempt a run with each weapon. You do not need to complete a run, simply use each weapon in a run. While it has not been confirmed, it may be wise to attempt to beat Hecate with each weapon, but it does not appear to be necessary, as she was not defeated with the Umbral Flames for this guide, and the process worked.
- Step 2: With all weapons unlocked and used for a run, the next time you face and defeat Hecate, she will unlock an Incantation. This Incantation, known as ‘Aspect of Night and Darkness,’ will now be available at the Cauldron.
- Head to the Cauldron once you return to the Crossroads. Complete the Incantation, then head to the Silver Pool at the Training Grounds to see the complete list of Weapon Aspects.
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Incantation Name |
Recipe |
|---|---|
|
Aspect of Night and Darkness |
Bronze x5 Nightshade x1 |
All Weapon Aspects in Hades 2
Once Aspect of Night and Darkness is complete, Melinoë can visit the Silver Pool to see the full list of every Aspect currently available. Each Aspect must be unlocked using the same types of crafting materials used to unlock everything in Hades 2.
All Witch’s Staff Aspects:
|
Aspect |
Unlock Recipe |
Skill |
|---|---|---|
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Aspect of Melinoë |
Standard version of the Witch’s Staff Can now be upgraded at the Silver Pool |
You channel your Ω moves faster Each rank improves channel speed. |
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Aspect of Circe |
Silver x5 Lotus x5 |
After landing 21 attacks or specials, gain Serenity Serenity: Your Ω moves are 15% faster, and you rapidly restore Magick. Each rank increases Serenity duration |
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Aspect of Momos |
Limestone x2 Pearl x1 |
While you have no more than 50% life, absorb your Ω Special to restore 5 life. Each rank improves special and Omega Special power. |
All Sister Blades’ Aspects:
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Aspect Name |
Unlock Recipe |
Skill |
|---|---|---|
|
Aspect of Melinoë |
Standard version of the Sister Blades Can now be upgraded |
Attacks and Specials deal more damage by striking foes from behind. Each rank increases backstab damage. |
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Aspect of Artemis |
Silver x15 Glassrock x1 |
While you channel your Ω Attack, you occasionally Parry, then Riposte right after. Each rank increases Omega Attack speed. |
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Aspect of Pan |
Wool x1 Shaderot x2 |
Your Specials seek foes in your Casts, and fire more blades after you Channel. Each rank increases Omega Bonus Blades. |
All Moonstone Axe Aspects:
|
Aspect |
Unlock Recipe |
Skill |
|---|---|---|
|
Aspect of Melinoë |
Standard version of the Moonstone Axe Can now be upgraded |
You recover faster after using your Attacks and Specials. Each rank increases recovery speed. |
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Aspect of Charon |
Pearl x5 Obol Points x1 |
Your Cast lasts +3 seconds, and erupts like your Ω Cast if struck by your Ω Special. Each rank increases Cleave-Cast size and damage. |
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Aspect of Thanatos |
Glassrock x3 Darkness x1 |
Whenever you hit with Ω Moves, gain +1% Critical chance until you take damage. Each rank increases Max Critical chance. |
All Umbral Flame Aspects:
|
Aspect Name |
Unlock Recipe |
Skill |
|---|---|---|
|
Aspect of Melinoë |
Standard version of the Umbral Flames Can now be upgraded |
Flames from your Ω Special burn longer before expiring. Each rank increases Omega Special Duration |
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Aspect of Moros |
Bronze x2 Tears X2 |
Your attacks linger for 6 seconds, and explode in a blast if struck by your Specials. Each rank increases Blast damage. |
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Aspect of Eos |
Driftwood x2 Golden Apple x2 |
Your Attacks grow bigger and stronger over 4 seconds, and return whenever you Sprint. Each rank increases Full-Grown damage. |
All Argent Skull Aspects:
|
Aspect Name |
Unlock Recipe |
Skill |
|---|---|---|
|
Aspect of Melinoë |
Standard version of the Argent Skull Can now be upgraded |
Your Attacks have more Power for each Shell fired and not yet retrieved. Each rank increases Power per Spent Shell. |
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Aspect of Medea |
Iron x4 Nightshade x1 |
Your Attack stays within reach, and explodes in a large area on impact or after 3 seconds. Each rank increases Attack & Special damage. |
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Aspect of Persephone |
Moss x1 Poppy x5 |
Any damage you deal generates Glory, which enhances your Ω Special. Each rank enhances Omega damage. |
All Black Coat Weapon Aspects:
|
Aspect Name |
Unlock Recipe |
Skill |
|---|---|---|
|
Aspect of Melinoë |
Standard variation of the Black Coat. Can now be upgraded. |
Your Attacks, Sprint, and moves speed are faster. |
|
Aspect of Selene |
Silver x4 Moondust x4 |
You start with Sky Fall, a hidden Hex that strikes multiple foes and applies Shine. Hex Ready After: 100 Magick used (upgrades lower this) Shine: Curse – afflicted foes take +50% damage from Omega moves. |
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Aspect of Nyx |
Darkness x1 Plasma x4 |
You have Omega Boost, which lets you produce Nightspawn after activating it. Nightspawn Damage: 10% (upgrades increase this) Nightspawn: You Attack and Special also split in two that deal reduced damage. Lasts for 5 seconds. |
The Olympic Update filled all weapon slots in the Crossroads, but the game still makes clear that there is a considerable amount of content
still coming to Hades 2. Should any new weapons and weapon aspects become available, we will update this guide to include them.
How to Upgrade Weapons in Hades 2
Remember that each weapon, including all Aspects, can be upgraded in Hades 2. To do this, head to the Silver Pool in the Training Grounds once Aspects have been revealed. When interacting with the pool, players should notice a new tab in the menu that is marked by a heart. Visiting this tab will reveal the upgrade system. Each Aspect will be listed here, along with the requirements for upgrading.
- Aspects of Melinoë will require basic materials, like Silver and Psyche, for upgrading. This is true regardless of which weapon you pick.
- The Aspects that belonged to other characters throughout history will require more rare and unusual materials. Players will notice that these Aspects require Nightmare, and extremely rare material that can only be acquired at the Altar behind the Silver Pool.
Each weapon has five ranks of upgrades, each of which improves a specific portion of a weapon’s skill. These upgrades can help immensely, especially when amplified by the boons offered by the gods.
