Hades 2 How to Wake Up Hypnos
Hypnos, the God of Sleep, sits slumped in his chair at the Crossroads from the very start of Hades 2. For most of the game he cannot be woken, but in version 1.0 you can finally complete the steps to stir him from his endless nap. Waking Hypnos requires three specific Incantations that create increasingly powerful versions of Dream Vapors, letting Melinoë dive deeper into his dreams until she can pull him back into reality.
Step One: End to Deepest Slumber
To unlock this first Incantation, gift Hypnos two Nectars and acquire at least one Poppy. After these conditions are met, Melinoë will think of the ritual and it will appear at the Cauldron.
The End to Deepest Slumber Incantation requires:
3 Poppy
2 Mandrake
1 Moly
Plant seeds in the garden and wait for them to grow, then craft Dream Vapors at the Cauldron. Gift the item to Hypnos, which pulls Melinoë into the first layer of his dream resembling the old House of Hades.
Step Two: End to Dearest Slumber
After your first attempt to wake Hypnos, you’ll realize more power is needed. Unlocking this step requires progressing to the Surface and finding Medea in the City of Ephyra. Speak to her until she teaches Melinoë the next Incantation.
The End to Dearest Slumber Incantation requires:
3 Poppy
2 Mandrake
1 Moly
Perform the ritual and craft stronger Dream Vapors. Giving this to Hypnos pushes Melinoë deeper into his dreams, a realm of toys and pillows. Even here, Hypnos refuses to wake.
Step Three: End to Dumbest Slumber
The final Incantation comes again from Medea, after multiple conversations in Ephyra. It produces the most potent version of Dream Vapors.
The End to Dumbest Slumber Incantation requires:
2 Poppy
1 Shaderot
1 Soot
Shaderot is found in Tartarus. Poppy can be planted from seeds collected in Tartarus as well. Soot is only available after completing the game once; return to Tartarus, speak with Hades, and you’ll receive it.
With the final Dream Vapors in hand, gift Hypnos once more. This drags Melinoë into the deepest level of his dream, where the answer to waking him is written plainly: say “wake up.”
What Happens When Hypnos Wakes Up
After Melinoë speaks the words, Hypnos finally rouses in a comedic scene that longtime fans will appreciate. He then returns to the House of Hades to resume greeting shades, restoring his role from the first game. Waking him grants the “Soundest of Sleepers” achievement and fulfills the Fated Prophecy tied to his slumber.
Final Blurb
Waking Hypnos in Hades 2 takes patience, rare ingredients, and three separate Incantations, but the payoff is both funny and rewarding. Once you gather the Dream Vapors at their strongest form and speak the right words, Hypnos is restored to his rightful place in the House of Hades, and you gain one of the most memorable achievements in the game.
FAQ
How Do You Unlock the First Hypnos Incantation?
Gift Hypnos two Nectars and acquire a Poppy to trigger the idea for End to Deepest Slumber.
Do You Need the Surface Unlocked to Progress Hypnos’ Questline?
Yes. Medea, who gives the second and third Incantations, can only be found in the City of Ephyra on the Surface.
Where Do You Get Soot?
Soot is obtained after completing the game once. Return to Tartarus and speak with Hades to receive it.
What Reward Do You Get for Waking Hypnos?
You earn the “Soundest of Sleepers” achievement and complete his prophecy, plus Hypnos resumes his duties in the House of Hades.
Is Hypnos Important for Gameplay Progression?
No, waking him is more of a story event and achievement rather than a gameplay requirement, though it adds extra flavor to the Crossroads.
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