If you’re playing Hades 2, you’ve definitely noticed Hypnos catching some serious Z’s in the Crossroads. Waking him up is one of the game’s long running mysteries, tied to the “Soundest of Sleepers” prophecy. You’ve probably brewed a potion or two, but now you’re on the hunt for a rare item called Soot. Don’t worry, you haven’t missed it. Soot is an endgame item, and this complete guide will walk you through every single step of the quest, from start to finish.
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Quick Guide: How to Get Soot in Hades 2
For those who just want the fast answer, here’s what you need to know.
- What is Soot? It’s a unique quest item needed for the final incantation to wake Hypnos. You only get one.
- Where to find it? You get it directly from Hades.
- How to get it? Gift Hades one Nectar in the final room of Tartarus.
- The Catch: Hades only appears there after you have beaten the main story and the credits have rolled.
Soundest of Sleepers Quest: Steps Before Soot
Before you can even think about getting Soot, you have to progress through the first parts of the Soundest of Sleepers prophecy. It’s a multi step quest that takes a while to complete.
Step 1: The First Few Steps
Your first goal is to simply interact with the sleeping god. To get the quest rolling, you need to gift Hypnos two bottles of Nectar while he’s asleep. After that, you’ll also need to do a bit of farming. Make sure you’ve planted and harvested at least one Poppy flower from the garden plots at the Crossroads. Once you’ve done these things, you’re ready to seek some expert help.
Step 2: Medea’s Incantations
With the initial steps done, you’ll need to find the witch Medea in Ephyra on the Surface. Speaking with her will unlock a series of incantations you must cast at the cauldron. You need to cast two of these before the Soot part even comes up.
- End to Deepest Slumber: Requires 1 Molly, 2 Mandrake, and 3 Poppy Flowers.
- End to Dearest Slumber: Requires 1 Molly, 3 Mandrake, and 3 Poppy Flowers.
Casting each of these will give you a Dream Vapor to give to Hypnos, allowing you to see into his dreams and get closer to solving the mystery.
The Main Event: Getting Soot
After you’ve delivered the first two Dream Vapors, you’ll hit a wall. The final ingredient you need is Soot, and it’s hidden behind the game’s main story.
The Big Requirement: You Must Beat the Game First
There is absolutely no way to get Soot early. It is an endgame material that only becomes available after you have completed the main story. This means you have to defeat the Titan of Time, Chronos, for good. You will know you’ve done this when you complete the Dissolution of Time incantation, face him one last time, and watch the game’s credits roll. After this, the epilogue begins, Hades is freed, and you can finally get Soot.
How to Get Soot: A Step by Step Guide
Once you’re in the epilogue, it’s time to go meet your dad. Start a new run into the Underworld and follow these steps.
Make your way all the way to Tartarus, the final biome. You need to reach the very last chamber, the one right before the final boss arena.
Because you’ve beaten the game, a special character room can now spawn there. Inside, you’ll find Hades, likely hanging out with Persephone. Simply approach him and give him one bottle of Nectar. In return for the welcome home gift, he’ll give you two items: the Jewelled Pom Keepsake and the strange dust bunny that is the Soot.
Finishing the Job: Waking Hypnos
You’ve got the Soot! Now it’s time to head back to the Crossroads and put it to use.
The Final Incantation and Reward
At the cauldron, you can now cast the final spell: “End to Dumbest Slumber.” It requires 2 Poppy Flowers, 1 Shaderot, and your 1 Soot.
This creates the strongest Dream Vapor. Give it to Hypnos, and after one last dream sequence, he will finally wake up! This completes the prophecy and brings a beloved character back to the hub. As a reward for your hard work, you’ll receive two Nightmare items, a very rare currency used for powerful late game weapon upgrades.
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