u003cp>One of the main highlights of Hogwarts Legacy is the ability to customize your character, giving players the opportunity to mold their play style. Whether it’s improving spells or choosing talents, we have compiled a list of the best Hogwarts Legacy builds that will enhance your character in Avalanche Software’s game.
The action RPG features in Hogwarts Legacy provide a variety of upgrades for enhancing your character’s abilities.
Players have the option to invest in various talent trees that specialize in stealth, spells, ancient magic proficiency, and more. Nevertheless, it is a known fact that certain abilities are more effective in combat than others.
Therefore, this guide will assist you in creating the most powerful character possible by selecting the appropriate spells, talents, and upgrades, enabling you to become the ultimate wizard.
Optimal character builds in Hogwarts Legacy
Basic Spell Master Build
| SPELLS | TALENTS | GEAR TRAITS |
|---|---|---|
| – Let’s drive out – Accio – Arresto Momentum – Crush – Ice | – Spell Knowledge I, II, III– Basic Cast Mastery– Stupefy Mastery– Confringo Mastery– Wiggenweld Potency I, II | – Concentration (Level 3)– Control (Level 3)– Disarming (Level 3)– Destruction (Level 3)– Ancient Magic (Level 3)– Ancient Magic Focus (Level 3) |
This character build for Hogwarts Legacy is designed to provide players with a well-rounded setup, allowing them to effectively deal damage using potent spells while also maintaining strong support and defense. By utilizing all three types of Spells, this build is able to break through any enemy shield.
Utilizing spells such as Expelliarmus and Arresto Momentum can effectively incapacitate enemies, Accio allows for extended combinations, and Confringo serves as a formidable finishing move. Furthermore, Glacius is a valuable spell that amplifies the impact of damage spells.
Players are encouraged to make any desired adjustments to this build, as it remains extremely versatile.
Creating a Dark Wizard Build
| SPELLS | TALENTS | GEAR TRAITS |
|---|---|---|
| – Avada Kedavra – Empire – Crucifixion – Let’s Drive Out – Arrest Momentum | – Spell Knowledge I, II, III– Imperio Mastery– Crucio Mastery– Avada Kedavra Mastery– Enduring Curse– Blood Curse– Disarming Curse– Slowing Curse– Stunning Curse– Focus Potion Potency | – Unforgivable (Level 3)– Cruelty (Level 3)– Manipulation (Level 3)– Ancient Magic (Level 3)– Ancient Magic Focus (Level 3) |
This character build for Hogwarts Legacy is completely devoted to the Dark Arts and greatly enhances the three Unforgivable Curses. In order to effectively use this build, Focus Potions are crucial as the cooldowns for the three Unforgivables, especially Avada Kedavra, are quite long.
Furthermore, incorporating Ancient Magic into battle proves to be a formidable advantage. With the added benefit of the Cursed status effect, as well as access to the three Unforgivable Curses, this Dark Wizard build boasts immense strength.
Stealth build
| SPELLS | TALENTS | GEAR TRAITS |
|---|---|---|
| – Disillusionment– Alohomora– Accio– Leviosa– Expelliarmus | – Spell Knowledge I, II, III– Sense of Secrecy I, II– Human Demiguise– Petrificus Totalus Mastery– Invisibility Potion Potency | – Ambush (Level 3)– Binding (Level 3)– Ancient Magic (Level 3)– Ancient Magic Focus (Level 3) |
In Hogwarts Legacy, Petrificus Totalus makes Stealth a formidable skill. This fast and powerful spell can defeat boss enemies, making it a valuable asset in the right situations.
With the appropriate Gear Traits and Talents, you can easily surprise enemies and eliminate them before they even have a chance to react. Additionally, the Invisibility Potion Potency allows for a backup plan in case of detection, as you can quickly consume a Potion to escape and reset the encounter.
Despite not being designed as a stealth game, Hogwarts Legacy still allows players to utilize stealth tactics, making them almost unbeatable.
Best Spells in Hogwarts Legacy
In no specific order, we have selected a few of the most useful spells available for use both in and out of combat in Hogwarts Legacy.
| SPELL | TYPE | DESCRIPTION | COOLDOWN | TALENT UPGRADE | TALENT UPGRADE LEVEL | UNLOCK REQUIREMENT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrificus Totalus | Essential | When in stealth mode, it can petrify an enemy allowing you to attack freely | – | Its range is widen, affecting nearby enemies too | 22 | Secrets of the Restricted Section main quest |
| Break | Damage | A long-range fire curse that causes burn and deals damage over time. | 10 seconds | On impact, bolts of fire will hit nearby enemies | 5 | In the Shadow of the Undercroft main quest |
| Let’s drive out | Damage | A long-range attack that disarms enemies while dealing damage | 10 seconds | Similar to curses, enemies take increased damage | 5 | Professor Hecat’s Assignment 2 |
| Action | Force | Pulls enemies or objects towards you | 8 seconds | Other enemies near your target will also be pulled to you | 5 | Charms Class main quest |
| Momentum Arrest | Control | Throws enemies in the air and slows down their movements, leaving them vulnerable | 15 seconds | Similar to curses, enemies take increased damage | 16 | Madam Kogawa’s Assignment 2 |
Furthermore, it is important to note the three Unforgivable Curses: Avada Kedavra, Crucio, and Imperio as they hold immense power in battle and can greatly benefit those who are open to practicing the Dark Arts.
Although there may be various reasons why some people may not want to use them, it is important to note that the game can still be played freely without them.
As you advance in the game, you will eventually have the ability to use up to 16 spells simultaneously in battles. It is beneficial to have at least one spell of each type to take advantage of combining different types of spells.
Best Talents in Hogwarts Legacy
During your adventure, it is important to prioritize these handful of the strongest Talents in Hogwarts Legacy:
Best Core Talents
| TALENT | EFFECT | LEVEL REQUIRED | PREREQUISITES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spell Knowledge I | A new Spell Set is added | 5 | Jackdaw’s Rest main quest |
| Spell Knowledge II | A new Spell Set is added | 5 | Spell Knowledge I |
| Spell Knowledge III | A new Spell Set is added | 16 | Spell Knowledge II |
| Wiggenweld Potency I | The Wiggenweld potion heals you to a greater effect | 5 | Jackdaw’s Rest’s main quest |
| Wiggenweld Potency II | The Wiggenweld potion heals you to an even greater effect | 16 | Wiggenweld Potency I |
| Basic Cast Mastery | Basic Cast impact reduces spells cooldowns | 5 | Know the Basic Cast |
| Basic Cast Airborne Absorption | Basic Cast impacts on airborne enemies contribute more to the Ancient Magic meter | 16 | – |
| Stupefy Mastery | Enemies hit with Stupefy remain stunned for more time | 16 | Know Stupefy |
| Stupefy Expertise | Stupefy deals damage on impact | 22 | Know Stupefy |
Top Spell Talents
| TALENT | EFFECT | LEVEL REQUIRED | PREREQUISITES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accio Mastery | Enemies near the target are also pulled toward you | 5 | Know Accio |
| Confringo Mastery | The impact produces fiery bolts that hit nearby enemies | 5 | Know Confringo |
| Bombarda Mastery | Widens the Bombarda effect potentially sending enemies flying | 16 | Know Bombarda |
Best Dark Arts Talents
| TALENT | EFFECT | LEVEL REQUIRED | PREREQUISITES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood Curse | Dealing damage to one cursed target inflicts damage to all cursed targets | 5 | Jackdaw’s Rest’s main quest |
| Disarming Curse | Expelliarmus has the same effect as a curse, dealing increased damage to cursed targets | 5 | – Know Expelliarmus |
| Slowing Curse | Arresto Momentum has the same effect as a curse, dealing increased damage to cursed targets | 16 | – Know Arresto Momentum |
| Stunning Curse | Stupefy has the same effect as a curse, dealing increased damage to cursed targets | 5 | – Know Stupefy |
Best Room of Requirement Talents
| TALENT | EFFECT | LEVEL REQUIRED | PREREQUISITES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Focus Potion Potency | The duration of the Focus Potion will be extended if you cast a Spell during its use | 22 | – Unlock the Focus Potion– Have a Focus Potion |
| Maxima Potion Potency | The potion will have additional increased damage and will break enemy shields | 16 | – Unlock the Maxima Potion– Have a Maxima Potion |
| Invisibility Potion Potency | The potion’s undetectable effect will last longer | 5 | – Unlock the Invisibility Potion– Have an Invisibility Potion |
It should be noted that characters in Hogwarts Legacy cannot be respecced, thus any Talents chosen are permanent.
In addition, there is a limit to the number of Talent Points available. Throughout your playthrough, you will only have access to a total of 35 points and 48 Talents overall. This means that you will have to leave behind 13 Talents.
These are just a few of the most powerful builds that players can create in Hogwarts Legacy. Additionally, you can gain knowledge on how to quickly earn money, successfully navigate the Merlin Trials, and properly switch your equipped spells.
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