Updated June 09, 2025 by Christopher Norman Worcester:With the newUnseen Update,Supergiant Gameshave introduced, among the several new additions, six newHidden weapons Aspectsfor 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 2features a group ofsix weaponsforMelnoëto 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 2includes an entire system ofweapon upgradesknown asAspects.
Weapon Aspects inHades 2are altered versions of theNocturnal Armsthat 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 andunlock all Aspects of the Nocturnal Arms inHades 2.
Hades 2is 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 inHades 2’sUnseen Update.They will be listed below in the order they were unlocked. All six of the Hidden Aspects were unlocked by learning aWaking-Phraseand speaking them at theSilver Pool. InHades 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.
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 withSeleneafter 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.
V-Lens x2
Nightmare x4
Waking-Phrase learned from Selene.
Aspect of Hel – Argent Skull:
To unlock theAspect of Helfor the Argent Skull, you’ll need to speak withMedeain theCity of Ephyra. She is the special NPC found in the area, and is always found on the southern side of the city.
S-Reed x2
Adamant x
Waking-Phrase learned from Medea in the City of Ephyra
Aspect of Anubis – Witch’s Staff:
TheAspect of Anubisis 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.
Fang x2
Tears x5
Waking-Phrase learned from Circe in the Rift of Thessaly
Aspect of the Morrigan – Sister Blades:
TheAspect of the Morriganis 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.
Lim and Oros
Feather x2
Iron x8
Waking-Phrase given by Artemis during her hunts
Aspect of Supay – Umbral Flames:
TheAspect of Supayis 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.
Shadow x1
Marble x15
Waking-Phrase learned from Moros at the Crossroads
In the original release, Hidden Aspects were a late-game mechanic. As we have been playingHades 2since its release into Early Access, we have not yet unlocked Hidden Aspects inHades 2from 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 upHades 2’s Nocturnal Arms. Use the following recipes at the Silver Pool to unlock them:
Available by default at the start ofHades 2
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Bronzex1
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.
Cinder x2
Adamant x2
ensure to download the new Olympic update, then collectAdamantfromMount 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 revealingall Weapon Aspects inHades 2. The steps to completing this task are as follows:
Aspect of Night and Darkness
Bronze x5 Nightshade x1
All Weapon Aspects in Hades 2
OnceAspect of Night and Darknessis 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 inHades 2.
Standard version of the Witch’s Staff
Can now be upgraded at the Silver Pool
You channel your Ω moves faster
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
Limestonex2
Pearlx1
While you have no more than 50% life, absorb your Ω Special to restore 5 life.
Each rank improves special and Omega Special power.
Standard version of the Sister Blades
Can now be upgraded
Attacks and Specials deal more damage by striking foes from behind.
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Glassrockx1
While you channel your Ω Attack, you occasionally Parry, then Riposte right after.
Woolx1
Shaderotx2
Your Specials seek foes in your Casts, and fire more blades after you Channel.
Standard version of the Moonstone Axe
You recover faster after using your Attacks and Specials.
Pearl x5
Obol Pointsx1
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.
Glassrockx3
Darknessx1
Whenever you hit with Ω Moves, gain +1% Critical chance until you take damage.
Standard version of the Umbral Flames
Bronzex2
TearsX2
Your attacks linger for 6 seconds, and explode in a blast if struck by your Specials.
Driftwoodx2
Golden Apple x2
Your Attacks grow bigger and stronger over 4 seconds, and return whenever you Sprint.
Standard version of the Argent Skull
Your Attacks have more Power for each Shell fired and not yet retrieved.
Ironx4
Nightshade x1
Your Attack stays within reach, and explodes in a large area on impact or after 3 seconds.
Your Attacks, Sprint, and moves speed are faster.
Moondust x4
You start withSky Fall,a hiddenHexthat strikes multiple foes and appliesShine.
Hex Ready After: 100 Magick used (upgrades lower this)
Shine: Curse – afflicted foes take +50% damage from Omega moves.
You haveOmega Boost, which lets you produceNightspawnafter 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.
TheOlympic Updatefilled all weapon slots in the Crossroads, but the game still makes clear that there is a considerable amount of content
still coming toHades 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 inHades 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.
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.
