How to Deepen Your Relationship with Cerberus
To deepen your relationship with Cerberus, you need to pet him a certain number of times, with the exact number being either 20 or 25 times to get past the lock, and you can also give him Nectar to receive the Old Spiked Collar, allowing Zagreus to pet him at any time in the House and max out his affinity gauge at 9 hearts. By doing so, you will unlock unique text above his keepsake, signifying a ferocious bond between you and the three-headed dog.
Understanding Cerberus
Cerberus is a significant character in the game, and understanding his role and how to interact with him is crucial for deepening your relationship.
FAQs
1. What is the importance of petting Cerberus?
Petting Cerberus is essential for deepening your relationship with him, and it allows you to unlock his keepsake and max out his affinity gauge.
2. How many times do I need to pet Cerberus to get past the lock?
You need to pet Cerberus either 20 or 25 times to get past the lock and deepen your relationship with him.
3. What happens when I give Cerberus Nectar?
When you give Cerberus Nectar, he gives Zagreus the Old Spiked Collar, allowing Zagreus to pet him at any time in the House.
4. How do I max out Cerberus’ affinity gauge?
Cerberus’ affinity gauge maxes out at 9 hearts, and you can achieve this by petting him and giving him Nectar.
5. What is the unique text above Cerberus’ keepsake?
The unique text above Cerberus’ keepsake states “from Cerberus; you share a ferocious bond” as well as “the hound of hell has entrusted all his loyalty in his master, and his master’s son”.
6. Can I fight Cerberus in the game?
No, you do not have to fight Cerberus in the game; instead, you need to pet him and give him Nectar to deepen your relationship.
7. What is Cerberus’ real name?
Cerberus’ real name is Kerberos, and he is the gigantic, three-headed hound of Haides that guards the gates of the underworld.
8. How do I deal with Cerberus as an enemy?
Cerberi are large enemies with a good amount of health, and you can deal with them using Shotgun swapping and the Nailgun’s Overheat Variant, or by using the Whiplash to get close to them.
9. Can I romance Cerberus?
No, you cannot romance Cerberus, but you can deepen your relationship with him by petting him and giving him Nectar.
10. Who can I romance in the game?
You can romance three characters in the game: Dusa, Megaera, and Thanatos, by giving them Nectar and completing their favors.
11. How do I improve my relationship with Hades?
You can improve your relationship with Hades by completing his favors and giving Nectar to other characters, which will eventually trigger his favor.
12. What causes Hades’ weakness?
Hades’ weaknesses include his passion for Persephone, the daughter of Demeter and Zeus, and his own niece.
13. Who does Hades love?
Hades fell in love with Persephone when he saw her picking flowers one day in a meadow, and he carried her off in his chariot to live with him in the dark Underworld.
14. Can I be polyamorous in the game?
Yes, the game allows Zagreus to be in a polyamorous relationship with multiple characters, including Dusa, Megaera, and Thanatos.
15. Does the game have alternate endings?
The game has multiple endings, but you can continue to play the game long after you trigger the credits sequence as well as an epilogue, allowing you to explore different storylines and relationships.