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HADES / BUILDS

Heat Ladder Build

A flexible build philosophy for gradually raising Pact difficulty.

BuildsReviewed 2026-10-27Reference · noindex
Original Hades editorial concept diagram, not a game screenshotOriginal Volpedia diagram
OverviewCharacters18Weapons6Weapon Aspects24Boons30Keepsakes25Companions6Bosses9Maps6Enemies12Mirror of Night12Heat & Pact17Resources9Progression10Builds10Modes4Guides22Tips15Tools2
Volpedia strategy: Increase Pact conditions incrementally and re-evaluate each boss wall.
How it worksPractical strategyCommon mistake to avoidRelated entries
01

How it works

At higher Heat, adaptable weapon control often matters more than a single flashy combo.

02

Practical strategy

Increase Pact conditions incrementally and re-evaluate each boss wall.

03

Common mistake to avoid

Assuming the same extreme-risk setup works at every Heat level.

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MORE CATEGORIESCharactersWeaponsWeapon AspectsBoonsKeepsakesCompanionsBossesMapsEnemiesMirror of NightHeat & PactResourcesProgression

Independent Volpedia encyclopedia for Hades (2020) by Supergiant Games; not Hades II. Original editorial diagrams are symbolic, not game screenshots or exact character depictions. Existing approved cover preserved. Verified editorial references are recorded in the internal M59 source registry. Hades and associated names are trademarks of their respective holders. Editorial review: 2026-10-27.

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