Not to be confused with Marvel Comics' Soul Gem
The Soul Gems are six sacred gemstones which serve as the primary power source for the Beacon of Souls. Madame Leota's ghostly friends secured and hid five of the gems throughout the mansion to prevent them from falling into the hands of Atticus Thorn. One gem was still in place to allow the Beacon to function (albeit rather weakly). Zeke Holloway progressed through the mansion and acquired the remaining gems, one at a time.
Gem Powers
- White: Fires standard shots, but also fires Rapid Shots.
- Purple: Power Shots which can take out stronger enemies.
- Orange: Ultra Shots which wipe out groups of enemies.
- Yellow: Upgraded Rapid Shots. Fires in three directions.
- Blue: Upgraded Power Shots. Affects enemy groups.
- Red: Upgraded Ultra Shots. Spreads damage between enemies.
In the final moments of the game, it's discovered that Madame Leota's crystal ball can partially substitute the gems, giving enough power to the Beacon to still function and defeat Atticus Thorn.