Hub 4: Septimus

The prosperity of Septimus has been overshadowed by War

Septimus is the fourth hub of Hexen II.

Overview

The hub takes place on the Greco-Roman continent of Septimus. Monster fights turn increasingly difficult as Archer Lords become a common enemy. The player's first task is to find some valuable treasure items, as gaining access to the bath house requires a donation.

Next, a few more puzzles have to be completed before the players can face War: one of the most fearsome opponents in the game and the last guardian before returning to Blackmarsh.

Levels Hall of Heroes Gardens of Athena Forum of Zeus Reflecting Pool Baths of Demetrius Temple of Mars Coliseum of War Boss Level

Enemies Red Spider Hydra Archer Lord Skull Wizard Shadow Wizard Bronze Golem Fire Imp Ice Imp Medusa War Boss

Trivia

• The texture for signs and messages reads “MORTIS TE MANET CUM MAGNIS DENTIBUS ACUTIS”, which is Latin for “Death awaits thee with large, sharp teeth.”
• The monochrome statues would have been slightly anachronistic in a more realistic setting, as Greco-Roman sculptures were normally polychrome when they were new.

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