Hex: Devour Hope

Lore & Background

The Entity permits this cruelty because despair yields stronger souls for its collection. As Survivors repair generators or heal wounds, they believe they are moving toward freedom. In truth, each spark of hope is consumed by the Totem, amplifying The Hag's reach and speed until she becomes an inescapable shadow.

In Their Own Story

The generator hummed, a rhythmic promise of escape. Mark wiped grease from his forehead, unaware of the red glow pulsing in the corner of the map. In the distance, Elodie watched through the fog, her fingers twitching as another token clicked into place. The air grew heavy, tasting of ash and old blood. He thought he was winning; she knew she was already full.

Reader's Guide

Effect Description: This Hex Perk grants the Killer enhanced tracking and mobility as Survivors progress through the Trial. Each time a Survivor completes work on a Generator, the Killer gains a Token. Tokens increase aura reading range for Survivors and Generators, plus a slight movement speed boost. Activation Conditions: The effect triggers whenever a Survivor completes repair progress on any Generator. It requires an active Hex Totem placed by the Killer. The perk remains active until the Trial ends or the Totem is Cleansed before reaching maximum charge. Counterplay Strategies: Survivors should prioritize cleansing this Totem immediately upon spotting it to prevent token accumulation. Avoid completing Generators in predictable patterns if the Killer has other tracking tools. Coordinate with teammates to rush cleanse duties while others distract. Synergy Notes: This ability pairs effectively with perks that benefit from aura reading or generator control, such as those enhancing survivor detection or slowing repair speeds. Using it alongside other Hex Perks can create overwhelming pressure on the Survivors' efforts.

Did You Know?

• Hex: Devour Hope is a signature Killer Perk belonging to The Hag, Elodie.
• Each time a Survivor completes work on a Generator, the Killer gains a Token.
• Tokens increase aura reading range for Survivors and Generators.
• The perk grants a slight movement speed boost as tokens accumulate.
• The Totem must remain active for the perk to function; cleansing it stops all effects.