Ares

The Olympian god of war, offering Boons that emphasize aggression and direct combat.

Ares is an Olympian god who grants Boons to Zagreus during his escape attempts from the Underworld. He is voiced by Cyrus Nemati. Ares provides Boons that offer damage-over-time effects and other combat-oriented enhancements, reflecting his domain as the god of war.

Quick Facts

Affiliation: Mount Olympus
Status: Active
Boon type: War

Reader's Guide

To receive Boons from Ares, the player must encounter him during a run through the Underworld. His Boons provide offensive enhancements, such as damage-over-time effects, that help Zagreus defeat enemies. Players can select from a choice of three Boons when an Olympian appears. Ares is one of several Olympians who can appear, including Zeus, Poseidon, Aphrodite, Artemis, Athena, Demeter, Dionysus, and Hermes.

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