Iris is a new type of Greenery introduced in Hades 2 with the Olympic Update. Like other flowers, it’s used for various incantations at the Cauldron in the Crossroads. Iris can only be found in Mount Olympus, and its appearance is somewhat unpredictable. Before you can start collecting it, you’ll need to navigate through the Surface and defeat both Polyphemus and Eris.
This guide provides all the essential information on how to farm the Iris flower in Mount Olympus and how to use it in incantations to boost your chances of success in the game.
How To Obtain Iris
Iris is a Greenery that is exclusive to Mount Olympus. To reach this area, you’ll first have to make your way through the entire Surface. This part of the game can be quite difficult, requiring you to perform several incantations at the Cauldron. For more tips on how to survive the Surface, check out our detailed guide.
Once you’ve arrived at Mount Olympus, continue exploring the rooms until you spot a blueish-white flower. Keep in mind that finding Iris is entirely random, so you won’t know which rooms are likely to contain it.
In our experiences, we found at least one Iris—sometimes even two. We suggest performing the following incantations at the Crossroads before you embark on your run:
- Reagent Sensing: After completing a battle, a Silver Wisp will lead you to resources (not just Reagents) in the next room.
- Observance of Gaia’s Secrets: This gives you a 20 percent chance to collect an extra resource while farming.
How To Utilize Iris
Like other Greeneries, you will need Iris for certain incantations at the Cauldron. Here are a few examples:
Incantation | Required Materials | Effect |
|---|---|---|
Favored of All Keepsakes | 2x Iris + 1x Ambrosia + 2x Shaderot | Your selected Keepsake will automatically equip in the Training Grounds. |
Frozen Lifespring | 3x Iris + 3x Adamant | You will have a chance to create a Fountain Chamber on Mount Olympus. |
