After hours of intense battles in Hades 2, it’s crucial to unwind and take a break. The hot springs provide the perfect opportunity for relaxation along with a companion, offering a much-needed respite from the chaos.
What makes bringing a character to the hot springs especially rewarding is the opportunity for unique conversations that deepen your understanding of their backstories and strengthen your relationships. Supergiant Games has always excelled in character development and storytelling, ensuring that these interactions are genuinely enriching.
Which Characters Can You Bring to the Hot Springs in Hades 2?
You can invite Dora, Eris, Hecate, Odysseus, Nemesis, Icarus, and Moros to join you in the hot springs. However, it’s essential to build rapport with each character before they are willing to join.
Gifting plays a significant role in fostering these relationships. Most characters appreciate Nectar as a primary gift, which you can acquire through the Wretched Broker or by clearing various areas during your dungeon runs.
| Character | Gifts |
|---|---|
| Dora | 1 Nectar |
| Eris | 3 Nectar |
| Hecate | 2 Nectar |
| Moros | 2 Nectar |
| Nemesis | 4 Nectar and 1 Twin Lure |
| Odysseus | 2 Nectar |
| Icarus | 6 Nectar and 1 Twin Lure |
To entice your chosen companions into the springs, you’ll also need Bath Salts. Initially, you’ll receive a single dose upon unlocking the springs. Additional Bath Salts can be purchased from the Wretched Broker for 50 Bones or dug up while on runs, requiring the Silver Spade for collection.
Getting the necessary items might seem complex, but here’s the straightforward breakdown:
- Buy the Night’s Craftwork incantation at the Cauldron early in the game for 1 Moly.
- In the main area, use 1 Ashes to purchase the Crescent Pick.
- With the Crescent Pick, complete runs to locate Silver nodes, needing a total of 10 Silver.
- Craft the Silver Spade using your 10 Silver, which then allows you to find the Bath Salts.
You’ll likely encounter this rewarding feature later in the game, so there’s no rush. To monitor your progress in building relationships, you can battle Hecate three times, unlocking access to the Book of Shadows. Upgrading this book will display your affection status for each character, along with what they require next.
How to Unlock the Hot Springs
Unlocking the hot springs isn’t overly complicated. You’ll need to complete several game runs. After enough nights have passed, you’ll come across a new recipe at Hecate’s Cauldron called Rite of Vapor-Cleansing. To craft this spell, gather 2 Moly, 2 Lotus, and 2 Nightshade during your adventures in Erebus and Oceanus. Note that Nightshade must be cultivated at the Crossroads.
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