Hades: How to Unlock Infernal Arms Hidden Aspects

As you progress through the firey pits of Hades and attempt to escape the grasp of your father, you're going to need all the help you can get. This is where Infernal Arms come into play, as powerful weapons that Zagrues can use to overcome the challenges that lie in your path. 

However, that's just the tip of the iceberg, as each Infernal Arm has Hidden Aspects that draw out unique abilities depending on the Aspect you choose. So to help you have the best chance at escaping, we will break down how you can unlock all of the Hidden Aspects for all the Infernal Arms in Hades.

How To Get Hidden Aspects For All Infernal Arms In Hades

To unlock the hidden Aspects in Hades, there is a sequential process that needs to be followed. Initially, you must unlock all six Infernal Weapons in the game. When you begin playing, the Stygian Blade will be accessible, while the other three weapons will be locked and can be obtained by using Chthonic Keys. Once you have acquired these three weapons, two additional weapons will become available for unlocking.

The subsequent step involves unlocking the hidden Aspects associated with each weapon. Every weapon already has three Aspects that are initially revealed, but there is a fourth Aspect that remains hidden. To reveal this hidden Aspect, specific conditions must be met. It is crucial to unlock the fourth Aspect of the Eternal Spear first, as all the other weapons require this Aspect to be unlocked before their hidden Aspects can be revealed.

So let's take a look at how to unlock the Spears Hidden Aspect (Aspect of Guan Yu) and lead into all of the other Infernal Arm's unlock requirements:

Eternal Spear (Varatha) - Guan Yu Aspect

1. Obtain the Fated List of Minor Prophecies through a purchase.
2. Encounter and defeat the final boss.
3. Utilize 5 Titan Blood to unlock Aspects on weapons other than Zagreus (across different weapons).
4. Have a conversation with Achilles to receive the waking phrase.
5. Equip the Eternal Spear and interact with the holder to unlock the Aspect of Guan Yu.

Stygian Blade (Stygius) - Arthur Aspect

1. Unveil the Aspect of Guan Yu on the Eternal Spear (as mentioned above).
2. Spend 5 Titan Blood to purchase Aspects for the Stygian Blade.
3. Equip Stygius and engage in a conversation with Nyx to obtain the waking phrase.
4. Interact with the holder of the Stygian Blade while it is equipped to unlock the Arthur Aspect.

Shield of Chaos (Aegis) - Beowulf Aspect

1. Reveal the Aspect of Guan Yu on the Eternal Spear.
2. Use 5 Titan Blood to acquire Aspects for the Shield of Chaos.
3. Equip Aegis and speak with Chaos to receive the waking phrase.
4. Interact with the holder of the Shield of Chaos while it is equipped to unlock the Beowulf Aspect.

Heart-Seeking Bow (Coronacht) - Rama Aspect

1. Uncover the Aspect of Guan Yu on the Eternal Spear.
2. Spend 5 Titan Blood to purchase Aspects for the Heart-Seeking Bow.
3. Equip Coronacht and have a conversation with Artemis for the waking phrase.
4. Interact with the holder of the Heart-Seeking Bow while it is equipped to unlock the Rama Aspect.

Twin Fists of Malphon (Malphon) - Gilgamesh Aspect

1. Reveal the Aspect of Guan Yu on the Eternal Spear.
2. Utilize 5 Titan Blood to unlock Aspects for the Twin Fists of Malphon.
3. Equip Malphon and speak with Asterius to receive the waking phrase.
4. Interact with the holder of the Twin Fists of Malphon while it is equipped to unlock the Gilgamesh Aspect.

Adamant Rail (Exagryph) - Lucifer Aspect

1. Unveil the Aspect of Guan Yu on the Eternal Spear.
2. Spend 5 Titan Blood to purchase Aspects for the Adamant Rail.
3. Equip Exagryph and have a conversation with Zeus for the waking phrase.
4. Interact with the holder of the Adamant Rail while it is equipped to unlock the Lucifer Aspect.

The process for unlocking the fourth Aspect of each Infernal Arm (weapon) follows a similar pattern. Firstly, the Aspect of Guan Yu must be unlocked on the Eternal Spear. Then, Titan Blood needs to be utilized for each weapon. Afterward, specific characters will express a desire to converse with Zagreus, leading to the revelation of a "waking phrase" that unveils the fourth Aspect.

Unlocking all the hidden Aspects of the Infernal weapons in Hades will require some commitment and isn't a quick process, however, these fourth/hidden Aspects offer substantial power, making the effort worthwhile. And as always, don't forget to explore our other Hades guides, which will assist you in your journey to escape the Underworld.