Arcana Cards Guide
Arcana Cards are a new core progression system in Hades 2. Each card provides unique buffs, and proper configuration can greatly enhance your combat effectiveness.
Arcana System Overview
Before each run, you can configure Arcana Cards at the Crossroads. Each card consumes a certain amount of Grasp. Your Grasp cap can be increased by purchasing upgrades.
Arcana Card Rankings
S
The Moon
Increases mana cap and regen speed, essential core pick
S
The Sun
Increases attack damage and crit rate
S
The Eternals
Provides extra health and shield
A
The Fates
Increases the number of Boon choices offered
A
The Harvest
Increases gold and resource gains
A
The Swift
Boosts movement and dash speed
B
The Centaur
Grants a small health boost per floor
B
The Hanged Man
Increases discount on purchased resources
Recommended Arcana Configurations
| Configuration | Cards | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Beginner | The Moon + The Sun + The Eternals | Universal setup, works with all weapons and builds |
| Resource Farming | The Harvest + The Hanged Man + The Moon | Quick resource accumulation, ideal for unlock phase |
| High Difficulty Challenge | The Sun + The Eternals + The Swift + The Fates | Boss fights or high-difficulty areas |
| Boon Maximization | The Fates + The Moon + The Eternals + The Harvest | Pursuing optimal Boon combinations |
Unlock Priority
- First Batch: The Moon, The Sun, The Eternals (core trio)
- Second Batch: The Fates, The Swift, The Harvest
- Third Batch: Remaining cards as needed
- Slot Upgrades: Purchase Grasp cap upgrades immediately after unlocking new cards