“ | Perpetually must the Underworld be maintained, for its population only grows and grows. | „ |
The House Contractor, located in the main hall of The House of Hades, is a shade given the task of restoring and repairing the Underworld by Lord Hades. It is one of the main meta progression systems in Hades (the other being the Mirror of Night.)
Zagreus may pay the Contractor Gemstones and Diamonds to add various furnishings to the House of Hades, his room, and the Underworld. Some of these furnishings can also provide Zagreus valuable assistance in his escape attempts.
The Contractor lists potential upgrades or furnishings on offer for Zagreus. Some upgrades or furnishings may require others to be purchased before they may appear.
Work Orders[ | ]
These items will unlock new chambers or otherwise aid Zagreus in his escape. Despite other requirements, 32,585 , 123 and 28,142 is required to complete all renovations.
Here are the additional requirements to unlock all of the UI themes in the shop for purchase:
- Purchase all of the in-game run upgrades (e.g. Dark Thirst gives +20% Gemstones, Darkness gives +5 Life, Nectar gives you a random Pom, etc.).
- Spend at least 5000 Gemstones overall (note: no known way of tracking how many Gemstones you've spent in total, but this is a fairly straightforward requirement if you play enough!)
- Spend at least 30 Titan Blood overall (unlocking Weapon Aspects)
- Accumulate at least 15,000 Darkness overall (you can check how much Darkness you've acquired in total, by going to the Main Menu where you select your Save File--it tells you lifetime Darkness accumulation!)
Purchase | Description | Cost | Prerequisite |
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Fountain Chamber, Tartarus |
Added Chamber: Restore some amidst the gloom.
(Adds the Fountain Chamber to Tartarus.) |
0 | None |
Underworld Fountains, Purified |
Underworld Renovation: Fountains provide +10% more than usual. | 20 |
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Underworld Fountains, Holy |
Underworld Renovation: Fountains provide +20% more than usual. | 40 |
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Fountain Chamber, Asphodel |
Added Chamber: Restore some amid the searing heat.
(Adds the Fountain Chamber to Asphodel.) |
20 | |
Fountain Chamber, Elysium |
Added Chamber: Restore some amid the lush environs.
(Adds the Fountain Chamber to Elysium.) |
40 | |
Plunder, Lesser |
Underworld Renovation: Chambers may contain an Infernal Trove. | 10 | None |
Plunder, Greater |
Underworld Renovation: Each Infernal Trove contains more. | 150 | |
Plunder, Superior |
Underworld Renovation: Each Infernal Trove contains even more. | 500 | |
Urns of Wealth, Lesser |
Underworld Renovation: Chambers may contain urns with 5 . | 40 |
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Urns of Wealth, Greater |
Underworld Renovation: Chambers may contain urns with 10 . | 80 |
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Urns of Wealth, Superior |
Underworld Renovation: Chambers may contain urns with 15 . | 120 |
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Keepsake Collection, Regional |
Underworld Renovation: Switch Keepsakes between Underworld regions. | 10 |
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Special Item: The Fates reward whomever moves things along... | 20 |
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Codex Index |
Special Item: Update the Codex with a handy list of Boons for each Olympian. | 50 | |
Extremer Measures |
Pact Stipulation: Unlocks the final rank of Extreme Measures ... if you dare. | 100 |
after end credits |
Contractor's Desk, Deluxe |
Special Item: Give the House Contractor a break (and new jobs...) | 2 |
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Pitch-Black Darkness |
Underworld Renovation: Claiming chamber rewards gives you +5 . | 3 |
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Fated Keys |
Underworld Renovation: Claiming chamber rewards gives you +1 Fated Authority / Fated Persuasion. | 3 |
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Brilliant Gemstones |
Underworld Renovation: Claiming chamber rewards gives you +20 . | 3 |
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Vintage Nectar |
Underworld Renovation: Claiming chamber rewards a random Boon +1 Lv. | 3 |
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Darker Thirst |
Underworld Renovation: Your weapons' Dark Thirst also gives +20% | 2 |
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Vanquisher's Keep |
Underworld Renovation: Awards bonus Gemstones after vanquishing Underworld Bosses. | 4 |
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Gateways, Erebus |
Underworld Renovation: Chambers may contain an Infernal Gate. | 5 |
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Special Item: Scoop creatures from the Underworld's rivers... | 1 |
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Court Music Stand |
House Decor: Authorizes playback of music pieces from the vault. | 1 |
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Administrative Privilege |
Special Item: (Re)authorizes entry into the administrative chamber. | 2 |
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Court Musician's Sentence |
Sealed Document: Free Orpheus from solitary confinement. | 1 |
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Knave-King's Sentence |
Sealed Document: Free Sisyphus of an eternity of hard labor. | 4 | Sisyphus Favor Progression
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Singer's Gamble |
Sealed Document: Permit Orpheus to be with his muse again. | 3 | Orpheus Favor Progression
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Hero's Sacrifice |
Sealed Document: Allow Achilles to return to Elysium. | 5 | Achilles Favor Progression
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Eldest Sigil Restoration |
House Repair: Help Nyx by imbuing the Sigil in the Administrative Chamber. | 3142 | Nyx Favor Progression
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Theme, Infernal |
Decorative Theme: Evokes infernal might and unbearable heat. | 10 | All other(Non-Theme)
items in Work orders |
Theme, Sonorous |
Decorative Theme: Evokes soaring harmonies and inspiration. | 10 | All other(Non-Theme)
items in Work orders |
Theme, Stygian |
Decorative Theme: Evokes the grim stoicism of the Underworld. | 10 | All other(Non-Theme)
items in Work orders |
Theme, Lovely |
Decorative Theme: Evokes certain descriptions of joy and levity. | 15 | All other(Non-Theme)
items in Work orders |
Theme, Woodland |
Decorative Theme: Evokes greenery found only on the surface. | 100 | All other(Non-Theme)
items in Work orders |
Theme, Chthonic |
Decorative Theme: Evokes night, darkness and the Underworld. | 200 | All other(Non-Theme)
items in Work orders |
Theme, Deathly |
Decorative Theme: Evokes the sheer opulence of Hades' domain. | 5000 | All other(Non-Theme)
items in Work orders |
Theme, Infinite |
Decorative Theme: Evokes the abyssal profundity of Chaos. | 25000 | All other(Non-Theme)
items in Work orders |
Theme, Princely |
Decorative Theme: Evokes the clean utility of the house of Hades. | None | None; default theme |
Great Hall[ | ]
- These items are for cosmetic purposes only, with the exception of the Music Stand which is interactable.
Purchase | Description | Cost | Prerequisite |
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Drapery, Azure |
House Decor: Gives the drapery a hue reminiscent of the sea. | 15 | None |
Drapery, Olive |
House Decor: Gives the drapery a hue similar to a small, bitter fruit. | 15 | None |
Drapery, Bone |
House Decor: Gives the drapery a look reminiscent of decay. | 15 |
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Drapery, Crimson |
House Decor: Restores the original drapery color. | None | Starter Item |
Trim, Ash Gray |
House Decor: Embellishes the East Hall flooring in gray. | 5 |
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Trim, Chthonic Purple |
House Decor: Embellishes the East Hall flooring in purple. | 10 |
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Trim, Blood-Red |
House Decor: Embellishes the East Hall flooring in red. | 10 |
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Trim, Burnished Gold |
House Decor: Embellishes the East Hall flooring in gold. | None | Starter Item |
Flower Vase, Lilac |
House Decor: Adds a splash of color to the East Wing of the House. | 15 |
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Flower Vase, Rose |
House Decor: Adds a bit of mystique to the East Wing of the House. | 20 |
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Lighting, Wax Pillar |
House Decor: Illuminates the pillar-tops with long-burning flames. | 25 |
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Lighting, Dual Stick |
House Decor: Illuminates the pillar-tops with slender candlesticks. | None | Starter Item |
Laurels, Cobalt |
House Decor: Decorate the East Hall walls in blue. | 30 |
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Laurels, Deathly |
House Decor: Decorate the East Hall walls in bone. | 35 |
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Laurels, Crimson |
House Decor: Decorate the East Hall walls in red. | None | Starter Item |
Bedding, Quilted |
House Decor: Provides elegant comfort for large hounds. | 50 |
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Bedding, Fancy |
House Decor: Provides luxurious comfort for large hounds. | 55 |
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Tiling, Skull |
House Decor: Gives the East Wing a sense of foreboding. | 85 |
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Towel Rack, Stygian |
House Decor: Dries those who enter the House the painful way. | 30 |
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Plaything, Round |
House Decor: Enjoyed by some hounds with one or more heads. | 60 |
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Plaything, Plush |
House Decor: Chewed by some hounds with one or more heads. | 65 |
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Flames, Promethean |
House Decor: Gives off an infernal glow near the Pool of Styx. | 95 |
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Decorative Arms, Xiphos |
House Decor: Accents the East Wing walls with double-edged swords. | 130 |
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Decorative Arms, Labrys |
House Decor: Accents the East Wing walls with twin-bladed axes. | 140 |
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Decorative Arms, Bident |
House Decor: Accents the East Wing walls with two-pronged spears. | None | Starter Item |
Petals, Scattered |
House Decor: Enhances the ambiance near the Pool of Styx. | 70 |
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Petals, Shade-Strewn |
House Decor: Adorns the area about the Pool of Styx. | 70 |
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Bonework, Ominous |
House Decor: Unnerves shades waiting for something in the House. | 75 |
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Chaise, Divine |
House Decor: Deepens the oblivion of sleep. | 160 |
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Mosaic, Chthonic |
House Decor: Gives the Prince's chambers a homely atmosphere. | 250 | |
Mosaic, Minoan |
House Decor: Gives the Prince's chambers an exotic atmosphere. | 325 |
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Petals, Ever-Falling |
House Decor: Adds drama while rising defiantly from the Pool of Styx. | 500 |
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Tombs, Royal |
House Decor: Exposes mausoleums of ancient kings slain in war. | 530 |
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Columns, Divine |
House Decor: Makes the columns similar to those on Olympus. | 800 |
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Columns, Jeweled |
House Decor: Encrusts stodgy stone columns with shiny gemstones. | 800 |
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Columns, Ominous |
House Decor: Sets fearsome skeletal carvings into the scenery. | 800 |
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Fireplace, Infernal |
House Decor: Adds a hellish flame-wall by the Pool of Styx. | 850 |
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Insignia, Fated Order |
House Decor: Adorns the Great Hall with the Master's mark. | 950 |
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Fireplace, Nocturnal |
House Decor: Adds a resplendent flame-wall by the Pool of Styx. | 1120 |
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Treasures, Boatman's |
House Decor: Sets brilliant golden urns near the Pool of Styx. | 1410 |
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Throne, Hell-Hound |
House Decor: Alters the Great Throne with a hound motif. | 2000 |
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East Wing Fountain |
House Decor: Enhances atmosphere in an otherwise-dismal corner. | 1500 |
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West Hall[ | ]
These items are for cosmetic purposes only, except for the Fountain, which has mild utility.
Purchase | Description | Cost | Prerequisite |
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Seating, Luxurious |
House Decor: Enhances the viewing area near the West Hall. | 25 |
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Rug, Earthy |
House Decor: Adds a touch of grit to the West Hall. | 80 |
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Rug, Chthonic |
House Decor: Adds a touch of comfort to the West Hall. | 95 |
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Rug, Elysian |
House Decor: Adds some regal flair to the West Hall. | 90 |
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Rug, Sanguine |
House Decor: Adds a touch of melancholy to the West Hall. | 85 |
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Rug, Guardpost |
House Decor: Adds supple flooring at the East Wing intersection. | 145 |
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Pedestals, Gilded |
House Decor: Makes display-pedestals display-worthy themselves. | 160 |
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Mirror, Guardpost |
House Decor: Makes the path across the House look twice as long. | 140 |
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Sculpture, Bloodless |
House Decor: Looks fearsome without attacking on sight. | 140 |
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Contraption, Intricate |
House Decor: Supposedly measures infinitesimal distances. | 300 |
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Landscape, Tartarus |
House Decor: Depicts the lowest reaches of the Underworld. | 325 |
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Landscape, Asphodel |
House Decor: Depicts the fiery River Phlegethon. | 330 |
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Landscape, Elysium |
House Decor: Depicts the fields reserved for the greatest souls. | 335 |
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Sundial, Imported |
House Decor: Tells time using Helios' flaming chariot (not included). | 590 | Hades' Musings
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Portrait, Cerberus |
House Decor: Depicts the three-headed monster in his prime. | 725 |
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Portrait, Exalted Hero |
House Decor: Depicts the likeness of the champion of Elysium. | 750 |
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Portrait, Princess |
House Decor: Depicts the likeness of a Cretan princess. | 775 |
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Bust, Old Man |
House Decor: Renders in lifelike marble a distinguished poet. | 800 |
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Painting, Night |
House Decor: Depicts Nyx, Night Incarnate. | 1100 |
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Painting, Prince |
House Decor: Depicts the likeness of the son of the god of the dead. | 2 |
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Painting, Fury Sisters |
House Decor: Depicts the Erinyes in a rare simultaneous appearance. | 4 | |
Painting, God of the Dead |
House Decor: Depicts the likeness of Lord Hades. | 5 |
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West Hall Fountain |
House Decor: Bubbles ceaselessly, soothing those within earshot.
* Usage: Fountain used count |
3000 |
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Chair, Deathlike |
House Decor: Adds seating near the southwest balcony. | 210 |
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Recliner, Deathlike |
House Decor: Adds plush comfort near the southwest balcony. | 220 |
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Rug, Deathlike |
House Decor: Adds melancholy flooring near the southwest balcony. | 240 |
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Table, Deathlike |
House Decor: Adds a small utility space near the southwest balcony. | 250 |
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Flames, Deathlike |
House Decor: Adds moody lighting near the southwest balcony. | 260 |
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Sculpture, Heroic |
House Decor: Impresses, even inspires onlookers. | 1500 |
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Lounge[ | ]
Most of these items are for cosmetic purposes only. The exceptions are the Aquarium, Bat Cage, and Shortcut, which all have mild utility. Further, a certain amount of lounge upgrades are needed for progressing favor with Dusa.
Purchase | Description | Cost | Prerequisite |
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Service, Deep Cleaning |
House Repair: Gets rid of the huge clumps of fur shed by Cerberus. | 15 |
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Service, Detailing |
House Repair: Repairs the unsightly damage dealt by Cerberus. | 25 |
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Rug, Welcome |
House Decor: Softens the surface leading to the lounge. | 30 |
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Seating, Covered |
House Decor: Cushions the posterior while waiting eternally. | 60 |
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Seating, Olive |
House Decor: Installs green sitting-stools in the lounge. | 70 |
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Tables, Serpentine |
House Decor: Sets up lounge tables with a snake-like theme. | 80 |
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Seating, Red Hide |
House Decor: Provides more places to sit and while away the time. | 35 |
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Rug, Earthy |
House Decor: Adds a touch of grit to the lounge. | 40 |
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Rug, Chthonic |
House Decor: Adds a touch of comfort to the lounge. | 45 |
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Rug, Elysian |
House Decor: Adds some regal flair to the lounge. | 45 |
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Rug, Sanguine |
House Decor: Adds a touch of melancholy to the lounge. | 55 |
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Jar, Treat-Filled |
House Decor: Contains unappetizing bits of sustenance. | 55 |
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Meats, Cured |
House Decor: Displays meats cured of the disease of the living. | 65 |
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Delicacy, Ambrosial |
House Decor: Preserves a rare treat for a truly special occasion. | 75 |
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Oven, Kitchenette |
House Decor: Cooks various foods to perfection (or anything really). | 150 |
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Fire Pit, Wood-Burning |
House Decor: Gives the lounge a sense of homely decency. | 180 |
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Cauldron, Fiery |
House Decor: Conversation-starter for shades milling in the lounge. | 220 |
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Kitchenette, Expanded |
House Decor: Makes the kitchen appear to serve superior cuisine. | 130 |
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Spice Rack, Kitchenette |
House Decor: Seasons dishes so even the dead can taste them. | 60 |
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Cutlery, Kitchenette |
House Decor: Slice through pomegranates with disturbing ease. | 70 |
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Aquarium, Cubical |
House Decor: For river denizens transplanted from the Underworld.
* Usage: Fishes caught count |
330 |
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Painting, Skeletal |
House Decor: Depicts a skeleton enjoying the afterlife. | 460 |
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Fireplace, Burial |
House Decor: Sets a flame-wall for all to see in the lounge. | 790 |
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Bat Cage, All-Seeing |
House Decor: Houses an obedient colony of surveillance-bats.
* Usage: Bats eye overview of Great Hall, West Hall and Lounge. |
3 |
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Shortcut, Great Hall |
House Decor: Adds a discreet, new western entrance to the lounge. | 3 |
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Prism-Sphere, Revolving |
House Decor: Reflects light in a vividly hypnotic pattern. | 5 |
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Prism-Sphere, Revolting |
House Decor: Reflects light in a frankly upsetting pattern. | 5 |
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Shelf, Vintage |
House Decor: Reinforcements for the long-depleted honor bar. | 1500 |
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Bedchambers[ | ]
These items serve cosmetic, quest, and utility purposes.
Purchase | Description | Cost | Prerequisite |
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Pool, Scrying |
Bedroom Decor: Contains faint traces of the past if you look closely.
* Usage: Escapes attempted count and foes slain count. |
10 | None |
Wall-Scroll, Achilles |
Bedroom Decor: Features a likeness of the greatest of the Greeks. | 60 |
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Wall-Scroll, Dionysus |
Bedroom Decor: Features the jubilant and carefree god of wine. | 80 |
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Rug, Stately |
Bedroom Decor: Gives more of a grown-up look to any bedchamber. | 20 |
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Recliner, Fancy |
Bedroom Decor: Seats one or more individuals (if they can sit). | 40 |
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Wall-Scroll, Aphrodite |
Bedroom Decor: Features the goddess of love and beauty herself. | 90 |
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Arms, Assorted |
Bedroom Decor: Showcases broken weapons from a historic siege. | 200 |
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Table, Entertainment |
Bedroom Decor: Contains a variety of frankly unplayable games. | 430 |
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Weights, Massive |
Bedroom Decor: Remains firmly rooted, no matter one's strength. | 300 |
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Bedding, Chthonic |
Bedroom Decor: Updates the bedchamber's namesake with a deathly motif. | 150 | Story Progression
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Lyre, Splendid |
Bedroom Decor: Creates beautiful music, if you know how...
* Usage: Required for Good Riddance |
1 | Orpheus' Recommendation
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Court Music[ | ]
These items are for listening purposes within the House of Hades only. All songs (except those noted) only require the Music Stand to be purchased.
Purchase | Description | Cost |
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Final Expense |
Sheet Music: Commissioned expressly for the Stygian boatman. | 1 |
Death and I |
Sheet Music: A brief and frankly unhappy piece Lord Hades enjoys. | 1 |
Wretched Shades |
Sheet Music: In memory of lives snuffed out and sent to this realm. | 1 |
The Bloodless |
Sheet Music: In testament to the wrathful souls serving Lord Hades. | 1 |
The Painful Way |
Sheet Music: About a quick turbulent trip down the River Styx. | 2 |
Mouth of Styx |
Sheet Music: The hideous gloom of Tartarus in musical form. | 2 |
Out of Tartarus |
Sheet Music: Were there a way out, this piece would be about it. | 2 |
Scourge of the Furies |
Sheet Music: In tribute to the well-feared Erinyes. | 2 |
Primordial Chaos |
Sheet Music: Ode to the oft-forgotten originator of all things. | 3 |
Final Expense (Payback) |
Sheet Music: Commissioned expressly for the Stygian boatman.
(Unlocked after a particularly sour encounter with the boatman) |
3 |
Through Asphodel |
Sheet Music: About a once-lush meadows now awash in flame. | 3 |
Good Riddance |
Sheet Music: A rousing celebration of the afterlife.
(Must first be requested from its original composer) |
3 |
River of Flame |
Sheet Music: The feared River Phlegethon inspired this piece. | 3 |
The King and the Bull |
Sheet Music: Dedicated to the King of Athens and the Minoan Bull. | 3 |
The Exalted |
Sheet Music: Tribute to the mighty heroes of Elysium. | 3 |
From Olympus |
Sheet Music: Solemn piece reflecting the divide between realms. | 3 |
Gates of Hell |
Sheet Music: Dedicated to those trespassing in the Temple of Styx. | 3 |
Lament of Orpheus |
Sheet Music: The court-musician's regrets captured in song form.
(Must first be sung by Orpheus after gaining Affinity) |
3 |
Last Words |
Sheet Music: Heralds the arrival of Thanatos, incarnate of death. | 3 |
God of the Dead |
Sheet Music: Commissioned long ago in honor of Lord Hades. | 4 |
Hymn to Zagreus |
Sheet Music: Ballad of the Prince of the Underworld's exploits.
(Must be composed by Orpheus after specific dialogue with Dionysus) |
4 |
On the Coast |
Sheet Music: Exotic piece uses instruments from the surface world. | 4 |
In the Blood |
Sheet Music: Popular duet reflects on home and family. | 5 |
The Unseen Ones |
Sheet Music: Banned for containing too many music notes per second.
(Requires fighting Hades with the Extremer Measures [Extreme Measures rank 4] condition active in the Pact of Punishment at least once, but not necessarily winning against him) |
5 |
Theme Gallery[ | ]
A list for screenshots of all themes with full details. Themes have only cosmetic purposes, and can switch between existing ones.
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