Game · Darkness
Currencies in Hades
In Hades, Darkness, Chthonic Keys, and Charon's Obol do not serve the same role. Compare what each currency controls before opening the individual entries for earning and spending details.
Important information
- Medium
- Game
Archive stats
- 3 currencies
- 2 types
Currencies from Hades
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Special currency
Darkness
Hades
Darkness is Hades' permanent progression resource for Mirror of Night upgrades and related long-term growth.
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Special currency
Chthonic Keys
Hades
Chthonic Keys are Hades' permanent unlock resource for Infernal Arms and Mirror of Night options.
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Fantasy currency
Charon's Obol
Hades
Charon's Obol is Hades' run-only currency for Charon's Well, shop rooms and selected services in the Underworld.
How the currencies differ
In Hades, Darkness, Chthonic Keys, and Charon's Obol do not serve the same role. Compare what each currency controls before opening the individual entries for earning and spending details.
| Currency | Type | Role in the economy |
|---|---|---|
| Darkness | Special currency | Darkness is Hades' permanent progression resource for Mirror of Night upgrades and related long-term growth. |
| Chthonic Keys | Special currency | Chthonic Keys are Hades' permanent unlock resource for Infernal Arms and Mirror of Night options. |
| Charon's Obol | Fantasy currency | Charon's Obol is Hades' run-only currency for Charon's Well, shop rooms and selected services in the Underworld. |