Hogwarts Legacy features a variety of spells that players can learn and become proficient in. While some spells are acquired through story progression and completing Assignment Quests, spell alteration can only be learned through side quests. The following guide provides a comprehensive list of all spells in the game, including the Unforgivable curse spells, and their respective locations.
Essential Spells
| Spell | Function | Location/Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Cast | Minor damage to objects and enemies. | Story Unlock and is available from the beginning of the Main Quest – The Path to Hogwarts. |
| Revelio | Highlights interactive and useful targets within the world. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – The Path to Hogwarts. |
| Protego | This spell is designed to protect the caster from various types of attacks, including weapon strikes, spells, and more. If cast at the right moment, it can result in a Perfect cast, which not only reflects projectiles but also damages melee attackers. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – The Path to Hogwarts. |
| Stupefy | This spell has a stunning effect on enemies, increasing the damage they take from other spells (as shown by gold numbers), and can break shield charms (excluding those on hard difficulty). | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – The Path to Hogwarts. |
| Ancient Magic Throw | This spell allows the player to conjure and hurl unique objects from the environment towards a targeted enemy. It is particularly effective for breaking through shield charms. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – The Path to Hogsmeade. |
| Ancient Magic | When your Ancient Magic Meter is full, this spell allows you to unleash powerful Ancient Magic Attacks. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – The Path to Hogsmeade. |
| Alohomora | Let’s open several locked rooms and containers throughout the game. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – The Caretaker’s Lunar Lament. |
| Petrificus Totalus | This spell is used to bind enemies and is typically effective against most foes. However, more powerful enemies may prove to be more difficult to bind and may break free quickly. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – Secrets of the Restricted Section. |
Force Spells
| Spell | Function | Location/Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Accio | This spell allows you to summon enemies and objects to your location at close range. However, heavier objects and magical items may require sustained effort to pull towards you. Once the object is within range, you will automatically cast Wingardium Leviosa to keep it afloat without needing any additional inputs. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – Charms Class. |
| Depulso | This spell uses a strong force to push enemies and objects away from the caster. While it does not directly harm the targets, they can be crushed against other obstacles, resulting in significant damage. | Finish the Assignment – Professor Sharp’s Assignment 1. |
| Descendo | This spell hurls enemies and objects towards the ground, causing significant impact damage. The damage dealt to airborne enemies is even greater. However, the spell itself does not deal direct damage. | Finish the Assignment – Professor Onai’s Assignment. |
| Flipendo | This spell is mainly used for non-combat purposes, such as solving puzzles or exploiting enemy weaknesses. It flips enemies and objects backwards and upwards. | Finish the Assignment – Professor Garlick’s Assignment 2. |
Control Spells
| Spell | Function | Location/Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Arresto Momentum | This spell doesn’t deal any damage, but it can slow down incoming enemies and objects, giving the caster more time to react and adapt to the situation. | Finish the Assignment – Madam Kogawa’s Assignment 2. |
| Glacius | This spell freezes enemies in place, but does not directly damage them. However, any damage dealt to a frozen enemy is increased, making them more vulnerable to follow-up attacks. | Finish the Assignment – Madam Kogawa’s Assignment 1. |
| Levioso | This spell lifts both enemies and objects, but it doesn’t cause any damage. It’s mainly used for puzzle-solving and catching enemies off guard. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – Defence Against the Dark Arts |
| Transformation | Transforms enemies and objects into alternate forms. | Finish the Assignment – Professor Weasley’s Assignment. |
Damage Spells
| Spell | Function | Location/Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Confringo | This spell launches a bolt that deals damage to enemies from a long distance. If the targeted enemy has fire-based attacks, they will continue to take damage for a few seconds, and any collisions during that time will cause incendiary bursts. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – In the Shadow of the Undercroft |
| Diffindo | This spell allows you to make a long-range slash at enemies and objects, inflicting substantial damage. | Finish the Assignment – Professor Sharp’s Assignment 2. |
| Expelliarmus | This spell inflicts damage on enemies, regardless of whether they have a weapon or not. Additionally, it can disarm most enemies of their weapons and wands. | Finish the Assignment – Professor Hecat’s Assignment. |
| Bombarda | This spell inflicts significant damage to enemies and triggers an explosion on impact, which can damage nearby enemies and destroy heavy objects. | Finish the Assignment – Professor Howin’s Assignment. |
| Incendio | This spell is effective at short range and inflicts notable damage, while also igniting specific objects. Enemies that possess fire-based attacks will sustain additional damage over several seconds, and any impact during this time triggers fiery bursts. | Finish the Assignment – Professor Hecat’s Assignment. |
Transfiguration Spells
| Spell | Function | Location/Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Conjuring Spell | When you cast it inside the Room of Requirement, the spell conjures items into existence. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – The Room of Requirement |
| Altering Spell | When you cast it inside the Room of Requirement, the spell alters the physical features and forms of other items. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the side quest – Interior Decorating. |
| Evanesco | When you cast it inside the Room of Requirement, the spell returns moonstones by vanishing other items. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – The Room of Requirement |
Utility Spells
| Spell | Function | Location/Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Disillusionment | This spell allows you to camouflage yourself within the environment, making it challenging for others to spot you. It is particularly useful for ambushing enemies or casting spells without being noticed. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – Secrets of the Restricted Section |
| Lumos | The spell illuminates the surrounding area, allowing you to see in the dark and solve puzzles that require light. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – The Path to Hogwarts |
| Reparo | You can use it to restore specific damaged objects to their original state. | Finish the Assignment – Professor Ronen’s Assignment. |
| Wingardium Leviosa | This spell grants you the ability to levitate and manipulate objects that are moving or floating. Furthermore, any object brought closer to you using the Accio spell will be automatically levitated and controlled by you. | Finish the Assignment – Professor Garlick’s Assignment 1. |
Grooming Spells
| Spell | Function | Location/Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Beast Petting Brush | It’s a brush that you can use to groom beasts. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – The Elf, Nab-Sack, and the Loom |
| Beast Feed | This is food that you can feed your beasts. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – The Elf, Nab-Sack, and the Loom |
| Nab-Sack | It’s a charmed bag that you can use to rescue and store beasts. | Automatically unlocks in the story during the main quest – The Elf, Nab-Sack, and the Loom |
Unforgivable Curses
| Spell | Function | Location/Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Avada Kedavra | You can kill enemies instantly with this spell. | There are three ways to obtain this spell. The first is by completing the side quest called “In the Shadow of the Relic” and choosing the dialogues “Everyone should know about that curse” and “Yes, please.” If you missed it, don’t worry, as you can still get it by talking to Sebastian Sallow in the Undercroft after finishing his questline. Lastly, the spell can be obtained during the Dark Arts Battle Arena in the Forbidden Forest. |
| Crucio | This spell inflicts a curse on enemies, causing them to suffer damage over a period of time. It also makes them more vulnerable to other spells. | There are three ways to obtain the Cruciatus Curse in the game. The first way is to complete the side quest called “In the Shadow of the Relic.” During the quest, you must choose the dialogue option “Teach me the Cruciatus Curse, and I’ll cast it on you” to obtain the spell. The second way to obtain it is by completing Sebastian Sallow’s questline and then talking to him in the Undercroft. The third and final way to obtain the spell is by participating in the Dark Arts Battle Arena in the Forbidden Forest. |
| Imperio | The spell allows you to temporarily gain control over enemies, making them fight for you as your ally. While under your control, they receive reduced damage from other enemies and remain loyal to you for a longer period. Additionally, they become vulnerable to extra damage from your spells. | There are three ways to obtain this spell. Firstly, during the side quest – In the Shadow of the Relic, players must choose the dialogue option “Yes, I’d like to learn the Imperius Curse” to obtain the spell. In case players miss the opportunity, they can still obtain the spell after completing Sebastian Sallow’s questline by talking to him in the Undercroft. Additionally, the Imperius Curse can also be acquired during the Dark Arts Battle Arena located in the Forbidden Forest. |
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