What are the Hades 2 familiars? Chronos has wronged you, your family, and pretty much everyone you know, and it’s up to you to take him down. A helping hand never goes amiss, however, and while you get your fair share of boons from the gods, having someone by your side in your battles can be the difference between life and death.
Melinoë can partner with a host of familiars in Hades 2 as she attempts to save the afterlife and bring back what was taken from her. To make your fight against Chronos easier, be sure to utilize keepsakes and powerful builds. Here’s what Hades 2 familiars are and how to get them.
Hades 2 familiars are animal companions that can accompany you as you venture into the depths, or heights, of your quest. Each has a different advantage in combat and can also harvest a different type of resource for you. To recruit a familiar, simply feed them a Witch’s Delight treat.
Here is every animal familiar in Hades 2:
- Frinos
- Toula
- Raki
- Hecuba
- Gale
Frinos
A small, unassuming frog who lives in the area behind Melinoë’s tent. You can confide in him early in the game and eventually recruit him once you have access to Witch’s Delight. Frinos does not actively attack your opponents but can intercept projectiles, like the transformation orb in the Hecate boss fight. Frinos can compel Lone Shades on your behalf once per night.
Toula
Toula is a mysterious cat that you find before boarding the ship in the Rift of Thessaly. They are napping on the dock and will gladly welcome a Witch’s Delight. Toula will attack a single enemy if you sprint near them and can also catch fish once per night while not in combat.
Raki
Raki is a white raven that can help you out in combat by rapidly pecking at your enemies. You can find Raki inside the fountain room at the Crossroads, then again in the same room, but this time at Erebus. The third time you meet Raki in Erebus, it will join you on your quest to defeat Chronos.
Hecuba
A loyal hound, Hecuba can be located in the Fields of Mourning. This deadly dog can stun multiple nearby foes, creating the perfect opportunity for you to deal a lethal blow. You also gain extra maximum Magick if you find that your favorite boons are leaving you wanting more.
Gale
Agile and deadly, Gale is a polecat with a penchant for pain. You can find Gale before the fight against Prometheus in Mount Olympus. Gale’s feline reflexes carry over to you, granting a dodge chance and move speed bonus when she’s with you. You also gain access to Gale’s deadly attacks, capable of ripping enemies with fierce scratches.
How to craft Witch’s Delight in Hades 2
If you want to recruit familiars, you’ll need treats on hand to get them onside. Eventually, you’ll gain access to the Faith of Familiar Spirits incantation, which will in turn allow you to craft Witch’s Delight at the cauldron in the Crossroads.
Once you have cast the Faith of Familiar Spirits incantation, simply tab over to the Alchemy section of the cauldron, where you’ll see the Beast-Loved Morsel recipe, which will award you with two Witch’s Delights. You will need one Stardust and two Lotus for this recipe.
That’s everything you need to know about the Hades 2 familiars. Now that you have company, it’s time to sharpen your weapons and take on as many bosses as you can handle.