Hades likes the Ringmaster. She certainly changes up the norm and he has been looking for just such a being for a long time. When you have existed since, basically, time began, you grow weary of watching the same patterns. Hades is the oldest and the wisest of the gods in his world, but his age has not muted his tendency for mischief.

And the Ringmaster has offered him a wonderful opportunity to have all the mischief he likes.

"Joining."

How nice to not be a veteran for once!

"Tis ironic that ill wind can be a comfort."

Also known as Tyki, why are you smoking?