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Hades is the eldest son of the Titan Cronus and the older brother of the Greek gods Poseidon, Zeus, and Adamas. As the ruler of Helheim, the underworld realm, he is a prominent deity within the Greek pantheon and holds the title of a chief god. His decision to participate in the conflict known as Ragnarok is driven by a personal and profound sense of duty. After learning of the death of his brother Poseidon at the hands of a human, Hades leaves his domain to join the gods’ roster of fighters, replacing the traitorous Buddha for the seventh round. His primary motivation is to avenge his fallen brother, viewing it as the responsibility of the elder sibling.
In terms of personality, Hades is depicted as a remarkably calm, sophisticated, and level-headed individual. Unlike the more chaotic or arrogant gods, he is defined by his composure, reliability, and a strong sense of responsibility, particularly towards his family. He is highly respected and even feared by other gods, including Ares, who immediately yields his seat to him. While his primary reason for fighting is revenge, his emotions are not clouded by hatred or anger; he maintains a clear and strategic mindset throughout his battles. This poise is complemented by a keen analytical mind, as he has demonstrated the ability to perfectly decipher complex strategies and predict the moves of other fighters where others could not. Despite his position as an adversary to humanity, he displays genuine respect for worthy opponents, acknowledging their skills and viewing them as equals. During his fight, he develops a mutual respect for the human emperor Qin Shi Huang, acknowledging his strength and finding a sense of camaraderie with him as a fellow king. His sense of duty is so profound that he sees his role as the protector of his younger brothers, a role he takes seriously until his death.
Hades plays a central role in the story as the gods’ representative in the seventh round of Ragnarok, where he faces the human代表, Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China. This battle is not merely a physical contest but a clash of ideologies between two different types of kings: one who sacrifices for his family and duty, and one who fights for his own power and legacy.
His most significant relationships are with his family, particularly his brothers. He is shown to have cared deeply for Poseidon, and the two shared a good relationship despite Poseidon's harsh demeanor. Poseidon's death is the catalyst for Hades' entire involvement in Ragnarok. In a gesture of remembrance, Hades fuses the remnants of Poseidon’s divine trident with his own weapon, the bident. He also has a good relationship with his youngest brother, Zeus, and a notably caring one with Adamas; he ordered Hermes to save Adamas’s life after he was mortally wounded and had Beelzebub revive him as the cyborg Adamantine, giving him a place to live in Helheim.
In combat, Hades displays a host of formidable abilities befitting a chief god. He wields a bident as his primary divine weapon, which is a two-pronged spear. Before his match, he merges this bident with parts of Poseidon’s trident, creating a new and more powerful weapon. His most notable power involves his special blood, known as Pluto's Ichor. By spilling his blood on his bident, he can infuse it with his own life force, transforming it into a vastly more powerful spear called Ichor: Desmos. However, using this ability gradually drains his life force, creating a direct risk that his death may precede his opponent’s defeat. His attack repertoire includes powerful techniques such as Persephone Kallichoron, also known as the Hammer of the Netherworld, and Persephone Roa, which can turn surrounding air currents into piercing blades. He also possesses the standard attributes of a god, including immortality in the sense of not aging, superhuman strength and stamina, and an immunity to harm from mortal weapons. Hades is also a master fighter with vast knowledge of martial arts and tremendous speed, capable of launching a barrage of heavy blows.
Throughout his fight with Qin Shi Huang, Hades demonstrates his character development. Initially viewing his human opponent with the disdain one might expect for the race that killed his brother, he gradually comes to respect Qin Shi Huang’s strength, skill, and philosophy of kingship. This admiration culminates in their final clash, where despite losing his life, Hades expresses that it was an honor to fight such a king, solidifying their relationship into one of mutual friendship. His ultimate defeat and death mark a significant turning point in the Ragnarok tournament, giving humanity its first lead in the competition and symbolically representing the end of an era of pure sacrifice for duty. Before dying, he apologizes to his brothers, feeling he has failed them in his duty.
In terms of personality, Hades is depicted as a remarkably calm, sophisticated, and level-headed individual. Unlike the more chaotic or arrogant gods, he is defined by his composure, reliability, and a strong sense of responsibility, particularly towards his family. He is highly respected and even feared by other gods, including Ares, who immediately yields his seat to him. While his primary reason for fighting is revenge, his emotions are not clouded by hatred or anger; he maintains a clear and strategic mindset throughout his battles. This poise is complemented by a keen analytical mind, as he has demonstrated the ability to perfectly decipher complex strategies and predict the moves of other fighters where others could not. Despite his position as an adversary to humanity, he displays genuine respect for worthy opponents, acknowledging their skills and viewing them as equals. During his fight, he develops a mutual respect for the human emperor Qin Shi Huang, acknowledging his strength and finding a sense of camaraderie with him as a fellow king. His sense of duty is so profound that he sees his role as the protector of his younger brothers, a role he takes seriously until his death.
Hades plays a central role in the story as the gods’ representative in the seventh round of Ragnarok, where he faces the human代表, Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China. This battle is not merely a physical contest but a clash of ideologies between two different types of kings: one who sacrifices for his family and duty, and one who fights for his own power and legacy.
His most significant relationships are with his family, particularly his brothers. He is shown to have cared deeply for Poseidon, and the two shared a good relationship despite Poseidon's harsh demeanor. Poseidon's death is the catalyst for Hades' entire involvement in Ragnarok. In a gesture of remembrance, Hades fuses the remnants of Poseidon’s divine trident with his own weapon, the bident. He also has a good relationship with his youngest brother, Zeus, and a notably caring one with Adamas; he ordered Hermes to save Adamas’s life after he was mortally wounded and had Beelzebub revive him as the cyborg Adamantine, giving him a place to live in Helheim.
In combat, Hades displays a host of formidable abilities befitting a chief god. He wields a bident as his primary divine weapon, which is a two-pronged spear. Before his match, he merges this bident with parts of Poseidon’s trident, creating a new and more powerful weapon. His most notable power involves his special blood, known as Pluto's Ichor. By spilling his blood on his bident, he can infuse it with his own life force, transforming it into a vastly more powerful spear called Ichor: Desmos. However, using this ability gradually drains his life force, creating a direct risk that his death may precede his opponent’s defeat. His attack repertoire includes powerful techniques such as Persephone Kallichoron, also known as the Hammer of the Netherworld, and Persephone Roa, which can turn surrounding air currents into piercing blades. He also possesses the standard attributes of a god, including immortality in the sense of not aging, superhuman strength and stamina, and an immunity to harm from mortal weapons. Hades is also a master fighter with vast knowledge of martial arts and tremendous speed, capable of launching a barrage of heavy blows.
Throughout his fight with Qin Shi Huang, Hades demonstrates his character development. Initially viewing his human opponent with the disdain one might expect for the race that killed his brother, he gradually comes to respect Qin Shi Huang’s strength, skill, and philosophy of kingship. This admiration culminates in their final clash, where despite losing his life, Hades expresses that it was an honor to fight such a king, solidifying their relationship into one of mutual friendship. His ultimate defeat and death mark a significant turning point in the Ragnarok tournament, giving humanity its first lead in the competition and symbolically representing the end of an era of pure sacrifice for duty. Before dying, he apologizes to his brothers, feeling he has failed them in his duty.