Hell Is Us How to Upgrade Weapons
Upgrading weapons in Hell Is Us absolutely crucial if you want to keep up with tougher enemies and bosses. Progression is linked to shards, Lymbic Spheres, and Forgebooks, and the process unlocks after meeting Victor Gaz. This guide explains how to unlock weapon upgrades, how shards and spheres work, and where to find every Forgebook.
How to Unlock Weapon Upgrades
You first meet Victor Gaz during the main story in Acasa Marshes. He’s trapped inside a side room in a tunnel filled with enemies. Clear the area, unlock the door, and speak with him.
Victor will give you the key to Vitalis’s house in Jova. Explore the house, solve the basement puzzle, and return outside. Victor will then open the blacksmith shop opposite Vitalis’s home. From this point on, you can use shards to upgrade weapons and gear.
How Weapon Upgrades Work
At the blacksmith, you can:
Upgrade weapons up to Level 5 using shards.
Imbue weapons with Lymbic Spheres (Grief, Rage, Terror, or Ecstasy), which decide what Glyphs can be equipped.
Upgrade defensive gear up to Level 4, increasing survivability.
Craft consumables like batteries or suppressors for situational fights.
Shards are earned by defeating enemies. Lymbic Spheres are tied to progression and act as modifiers, unlocking Glyph slots that add unique abilities to your build.
Forgebook Locations
Victor is still learning, so his upgrade menu expands only when you find Forgebooks. There are four total:
Forgebook 1 – Found in Vitalis’s car in Acasa Marshes.
Forgebook 2 – Located in the Lymbic Forge. Defeat the boss, then pull the lever behind the grave.
Forgebook 3 – During the Keystone of Terror quest. Close the Timeloop, then search the right-side path before the boss.
Forgebook 4 – Found on a scientist’s body after completing the Protocols in Auriga, before the Keystone of Rage.
Each Forgebook unlocks stronger upgrades and new consumables at the blacksmith.
Best Upgrades to Prioritize
Defensive gear first – More damage reduction and stamina keeps you alive longer.
Main weapon next – Boost the weapon you use most often so it scales with you.
Consumables when needed – Save them for bosses or areas that demand extra support.
Final Blurb
Weapon upgrades in Hell Is Us revolve around Victor Gaz, shards, and Forgebooks. Unlock the blacksmith, expand his skills with Forgebooks, and focus your resources on defensive gear and your main weapon first.
With the right upgrades and Glyphs, you’ll have the power to handle Hadea’s anything the game throws at you.
FAQ
How do you unlock weapon upgrades in Hell Is Us?
Meet Victor Gaz in Acasa Marshes, clear the tunnel, then solve the puzzle in Vitalis’s house to unlock his blacksmith shop.
What are shards used for?
Shards are spent at the blacksmith to upgrade weapons, armor, and consumables.
What do Lymbic Spheres do?
They determine which Glyphs can be equipped on a weapon, giving it unique abilities.
Where are all Forgebooks located?
One in Vitalis’s car, one in the Lymbic Forge, one in the Keystone of Terror quest, and one on a scientist during Auriga Protocols.
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