# Boons

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Boons are temporary upgrades granted by the Olympian gods during an escape attempt. They last for the rest of the run and are the core of every build.

## How boons work

Each god offers boons themed to their domain, for example Zeus (lightning), Poseidon (knockback), Athena (deflect), Artemis (critical hits), Ares (doom and blade rifts), Aphrodite (weak), Dionysus (hangover), Demeter (chill) and Hermes (speed).

Boons come in rarities: Common, Rare, Epic, Heroic and Legendary. Some pairs of gods can combine into Duo boons with unique effects.

## Slots

Most boons attach to a specific action: Attack, Special, Cast, Dash or Call. Only one boon can occupy each slot, and picking a new one for an occupied slot replaces it.

## Related

- [[Weapons]] determine which slots matter most for your build.
- [[Tips for Beginners]] covers early boon priorities.