When approaching the various god Boons inHades 2, you’re presented with a tough choice. Not only do you need to consider which of the three options is best, butcertain Boons are great with certain weaponsand horrible on others. That’s why knowing which Boons you should always consider is helpful. Here are the best Boons for each god inHades 2.
The best Boons to take for each god in Hades 2
Due to each god having so many Boons, we’re limiting it to three Boons each. You may not get any of these Boons when presented with the three options, but you should always consider them if they appear. We also won’t be includingChaoshere, since their Boon list is massive and the choice depends heavily on your build and stats. With that in mind, let’s get started:
Apollo
Apollo is the god with the most utility-based boons, thus his options are more complementary than something to center a build around. Lucid Gain is always good as it’s a quick way to restore some Mana very quickly, while Extra Dose and Nova Strike are particularly good with melee weapons. I adore using Nova Strike with the Moonstone Axe, since it makes its Attack and Omega Attack gigantic.
Aphrodite
Rupture Ring is an excellent choice since it’ll force enemies into one spot, setting you up to hit multiple enemies at once with a Special or Omega Attack. Secret Crush is raw damage for a little Primed Magick, while Passion Dash is an easy way to apply Weak if you aren’t playing a long-distance build.
Artemis
With some potent Crit abilities and extra sources of damage from Artemis, all of these options are incredible. Death Warrant is specifically great when fighting bosses, while Lethal Snare and Support Fire are just extra damage for doing what you likely already do. Who’s going to complain about that?
Demeter
Ice Strike is excellent on various weapons, perhaps excluding the Argent Skull. It’s a potent source of Freeze that will lock your enemies in place and works against enemies with Armor who normally can’t be stun locked. Gale Force adds some extra utility since it slows down enemy projectiles. Meanwhile, if taken early, Rare Crop is a godlike Boon (pun very intended).
Hephaestus
If you see Hephaestus, you’re best off going for anything providing you Life or Armor. His blast attacks can be powerful, but unless you’re able to get their cooldowns lowered significantly, you’re better off going with options from other gods.
Hera
Hera doesn’t have too much to offer, though Bridal Glow is incredible when taken near the end of the run, as is Proper Upbringing. Sworn Strike isn’t bad even if outclassed, since Hitch can surprise you with its power.
Hermes
Swift Strike helps a ton with DPS no matter which Attack Boon you might have taken, while Nitro Boost is good as a disengage tool if a fight gets hairy. Quick Buck is always great since it means more money to snag free stuff from Charon.
Hestia
Hestia and the Sister Blades are a match made in Heaven, but her boons are still great with other fast-hitting weapons like the Staff or Umbral Flames. Combining Flame Strike and Fire Extinguisher is an incredible combo on these weapons, while Glowing Coal is a great ranged Cast.
Poseidon
While Poseidon’s Attack and Special Boons leave much to be desired, some of his side Boons are excellent. Fluid Gain is one of the best Boons in the game due to how much Magick you can regenerate, Geyser Ring is a potent source of burst damage, and Hydraulic Might is wonderful for speeding encounters up.
Selene
While not technically Boons, we’re including Selene’s Hexes here as they’re just as important of a choice. Moon Water is arguably the best Hex in the game as it’s a great way to restore HP quickly, Wolf Howl is a nice bit of burst damage, and Total Eclipse is a tactical nuke wherever you point it. The rest of her options are either mediocre or downright bad.
Zeus
Zeus is likeHades 2’sversion of Ares, with bursts of damage a staple part of his Boons. You could take many of his Boons and manage just fine, but Heaven Strike combined with Lightning Lance and Static Shock is incredible. You’ll be wiping out crowds and bursting down enemies in no time.
