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Volpedia/Games/Hades/Weapons/Stygius, the Stygian Blade
HADES / WEAPONS

Stygius, the Stygian Blade

The starting sword balances reach and attack cadence.

WeaponsReviewed 2026-10-27Reference · noindex
Original Hades editorial concept diagram, not a game screenshotOriginal Volpedia diagram
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Volpedia strategy: Use dash-strikes to close distance, then retreat before armor retaliation.
How it worksPractical strategyCommon mistake to avoidRelated entries
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How it works

A three-hit Attack chain and radial Special reward moving into range and back out.

02

Practical strategy

Use dash-strikes to close distance, then retreat before armor retaliation.

03

Common mistake to avoid

Standing still through long combos next to an aggressive boss.

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