Avada Kedavra, the infamous Killing Curse, is a powerful spell in Hogwarts Legacy. This guide answers the burning question: can you learn Avada Kedavra before deciding Sebastian’s fate? We’ll cover how to obtain this spell, whether you can learn it later, and how to upgrade it for maximum impact.
Obtaining the Unforgivable Curse: Avada Kedavra
Learning Avada Kedavra is tied to Sebastian Sallow’s companion questline. Specifically, it becomes available during the “In the Shadow of the Relic” quest, which you’ll unlock after completing the main quest “Lodgok’s Loyalty” and all preceding Sebastian Sallow quests.
This quest recommends a level of 28. While not mandatory, reaching this level will make the challenging encounters easier. “In the Shadow of the Relic” culminates in a confrontation where Sebastian uses Avada Kedavra. Afterward, you’ll have the choice to learn the curse.
To learn Avada Kedavra, select the following dialogue options:
- “Everyone should know that curse.”
- “Yes, please.”
This triggers a minigame, after which Avada Kedavra is added to your spell repertoire.
Learning Avada Kedavra After “In the Shadow of the Relic”
Even if you initially refuse to learn Avada Kedavra, you still have a chance later. During the follow-up quest, “In the Shadow of Fate,” choose “We must not turn Sebastian in.” This allows you to learn the curse later in the Undercroft from Sebastian after completing his remaining companion quests.
Upgrading Avada Kedavra: Mastering the Killing Curse
Unlocking Avada Kedavra Mastery in the Talents menu significantly enhances the spell’s power within the Dark Arts skill tree. This upgrade enables Avada Kedavra to instantly kill all cursed enemies when cast on a single foe. Combining this with Crucio and Imperio Mastery creates a devastating combination, allowing you to swiftly overcome large groups of enemies.
Conclusion: Avada Kedavra and Your Choices
Ultimately, acquiring Avada Kedavra in Hogwarts Legacy depends on completing Sebastian Sallow’s questline and making specific dialogue choices. Whether learned immediately or later, mastering this unforgivable curse provides a potent tool for combat. The choice of when to learn it, however, impacts your relationship with Sebastian and reflects your character’s moral compass within the game’s narrative.
