Hades 2 Guide: Strategies to Defeat Chronos, the Titan of Time

Chronos, one of the most formidable villains of Greek mythology, has an iconic backstory. With support from his mother, Gaia, he overthrew his father, Ouranos, to seize dominion over the cosmos. However, his reign was shadowed by a fear of losing power. To prevent his children from replicating his actions, he consumed them at birth. This tragic cycle culminated when Zeus, aided by Rhea, wielded Chronos’ own weapon against him, dispersing his remains throughout Tartarus.

Fast forward, and the Titan of Time returns in the upcoming game, Hades 2, with a vendetta against the Olympians. He has seized control over Hades and his family, intent on wreaking havoc. Fortunately, Melinoe, who has honed her combat skills under the tutelage of Hecate, is prepared to confront this ancient enemy. As you prepare for this epic confrontation, here’s a comprehensive guide on defeating Chronos in Hades 2.

Preparation for the Chronos Encounter

As the final boss within the underworld, your encounter with Chronos allows ample time to strategize. Start by gathering as many Centaur Hearts and Soul Tonics as you can. More hearts grant increased HP, while enhanced Magick capabilities minimize downtime between using your potent Omega skills.

Next, prioritize collecting Golden Crowns. These will enable the purchase of the Kiss of Styx, which restores a charge of Death Defiance. Additionally, consider Chaos’s legendary boon, Defiance, or Athena’s boon, Stalwart Stand to gain extra Death Defiance charges.

Equip Luckier Tooth, a keepsake from Schelemeus, to regain a chance to revive upon reaching zero HP. When it comes to weapon selection, choose one that complements your playstyle. If uncertain, the Witch’s Staff (Descura) or the Sister Blades (Lim and Oros) are solid options, known for their ease of use.

For your Arcana cards, consider equipping the following:

The Sorceress
The Huntress
Eternity
The Moon
The Furies
The Unseen
Death
Strength

Utilizing these cards effectively will enhance your chances of beating Chronos. Aim to maintain peak health as you progress through the game by leveraging The Wayward Son, Persistence, and The Centaur.

Strategies to Conquer Chronos in Hades 2

Winning against Chronos demands agility and strategic timing. Similar to the battle with Cerberus, your mobility is crucial. Strike when it is safe while dodging his powerful Scythe attacks, which can swiftly deplete your health.

Chronos features two health bars, requiring you to vanquish him across two phases. The first phase unfolds in a corridor that initially feels constricted. As you familiarize yourself with the area, you will learn to dodge more effectively, especially when Chronos charges at you.

Position yourself closely to Chronos for better dodging opportunities. Use a combination of Omega Cast and quick strikes during his attack sequences to maximize your damage output. When he activates his Cast attack or summons satyrs, distance yourself and deal with them quickly. Continue this strategy until you considerably reduce his health, prompting the transition to the next phase with his health reset.

In the second phase, prioritize evading Chronos’s devastating attacks over aggressive striking.Avoiding a single high-impact hit can mean the difference between victory and defeat. Maintain patience; the randomness of available boons can fluctuate your approach considerably.

Retaliate after he employs his powerful moves and resumes basic attacks from the first phase. Seize every clear window to unleash your might, and you shall emerge victorious.

Chronos, Titan of Time: Phase 1 Attacks

Attack	Description	Action
Summoning Satyrs	Chronos begins the encounter by summoning satyrs, which can pose a threat if left unchecked.	Quickly eliminate the satyrs before engaging with Chronos.
Time Orbs	Golden orbs rotate around him and inflict damage if you collide with them.	Lure him into dashing against a wall to destroy the orbs.
Scythe Throw	His scythe is thrown like a boomerang, dealing damage upon contact.	Position yourself behind him or maintain distance during this attack.
Scythe Slashes	Chronos slashes with his scythe, creating explosive trails that cause damage.	Either dodge behind him or engage from afar.
Dash Attacks	He charges at you, leaving behind a damaging trail.	Dodge sideways or retreat away from him.
Time Dome	A golden dome is created that freezes on contact.	Quickly dodge or flee from the dome’s area.
Summoning Flags	Chronos erects flags that absorb damage.	Destroy the flags promptly.
Vacuum Pull	A vacuum effect pulls you in, leading to potential scythe damage.	Evade the pull and observe for the resultant arc attack.
Scythe Slashes and Dash	He performs two slashes followed by a dash.	Dodge behind him after slashing and evade during his dash.
Summoning Stronger Enemies from Tartarus	When his health is low, he calls upon stronger foes like Satyr Vierophant.	Deal with these summoned threats immediately to avoid contention.
Multiple Rotating Time Orbs	Creates trails of orbs around him.	Keep your distance to avoid taking damage.

Chronos will commence his moves by summoning satyrs. Additionally, before engaging him, you might encounter Hades and obtain his Deep Dissent offering to mitigate summoned foes by 50%.Consistently position yourself at the far end of the corridor to gain an advantage against the satyrs as Chronos approaches.

At the fight’s onset, expect a flurry of scythe slashes or throws. As his health decreases, expect increased aggression and the activation of more advanced moves.

Aim to get close or far away during combat, as a medium range increases vulnerability during some of his more dangerous attacks. Additionally, during his time orb assault, positioning near a wall can clear them safely, allowing you to focus on dodging his dash attacks.

Maintaining safety while gradually chipping away at Chronos’ health will transition you to phase two smoothly.

Chronos, Titan of Time: Phase 2 Attacks

Attack	Description	Action
Safe Spot Attack	Covers most of the arena in red light, which explodes for significant damage.	Seek the designated safe spot in the arena.
Safe Ring Attack	Similar to the Safe Spot attack, but creates safe areas outside the danger zone.	Move to the safe ring to avoid the damage.
Summoning Clock Hands	Randomly oriented clock hands that detonate shortly after spawning.	Evade the explosive clock hands.
Closing Rings Attack	Two rings close inward, creating an opportunity for damage.	Dodge just as they near you.
Summoning Healing Hourglasses	Hourglasses that heal Chronos, creating a substantial self-recovery possibility.	Eliminate them before they can provide healing.
Moving Clock Hands	Hands that move clockwise across the arena.	Avoid contact with the moving hands.
Rings of Time Orbs	Red rings that produce multiple golden orbs that orbit outwards.	Stay vigilant and avoid the orbs.
Creating Twelve Clock Hands	Summons hands for each hour that explode after a brief delay.	Position yourself between them before detonation.

Managing the chaos of this phase can feel daunting, yet the strategy remains fundamentally the same. Chronos typically initiates this phase with his safe spot attack; locate and occupy this area to avoid catastrophic damage.

Utilize ranged attacks, like Descura’s Omega strike if available. Wait for Chronos to revert to his more basic attack patterns from the first phase for optimal engagement opportunities. As his health approaches depletion, be vigilant for hourglasses that can replenish him; ignoring them will lead to unnecessary struggles.

Rewards for Defeating Chronos

Upon successfully defeating Chronos, players receive:

Zodiac Sand x1

As with previous boss drops, Zodiac Sand (or Z Sand) can be farmed repeatedly from Chronos. It’s essential for crafting incantations such as Dissolution of Time and Disintegration of Monstrosity.

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