In Hades 2, if you die twice to the first area boss, you'll be treated to a memory of Melinoe, which you can't skip until you win a game of Hide and Seek against Hecate. Here's where to find Hecate in Hide and Seek in Hades 2.
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If you’ve had trouble finding Hecate, you’re not alone. Even though the area is small, since the memory section only consists of brown, black, and yellow colors, everything blends together, including Hecate. Despite her pointy hat and constant snickering, you may be forced to wander around for minutes until you finally find her.
Here are all of Hecate's hideouts in Hide and Seek in Hades 2:
The first hiding spot is northwest of the large bubbling potion in the middle of the area. I honestly thought Hecate was just a pot, because she barely moves when she's hidden.