Expelliarmus, Harry Potter’s signature disarming spell, is a crucial tool in Hogwarts Legacy. This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough on how to unlock and utilize this powerful spell. Learning Expelliarmus is essential for progressing through the main storyline and mastering combat.
Unlocking Expelliarmus: Professor Hecat’s Assignment
Before you can learn Expelliarmus, you must first complete Professor Hecat’s second assignment in Defense Against the Dark Arts. This assignment becomes available after speaking with Jackdaw about missing pages. Completing this task is a prerequisite for advancing the main story.
Professor Hecat tasks you with two objectives:
- Incinerate enemies 5 times using Incendio: This spell is likely already in your repertoire. If not, complete previous assignments to acquire it.
- Successfully dodge roll 10 attacks: Practice your timing and reflexes to evade enemy attacks.
These objectives can be easily accomplished in a single combat encounter. Areas with Ashwinders, poachers, or other enemy groups provide ample opportunities to fulfill these requirements.
Mastering the Disarming Charm: Defense Against the Dark Arts Class
After completing Professor Hecat’s assignment, attend the next Defense Against the Dark Arts class. A short cutscene will trigger, after which Professor Hecat will begin the Expelliarmus lesson.
A mini-game will commence, requiring you to follow button prompts and guide your cursor along a designated path. Successfully completing this mini-game will permanently add Expelliarmus to your spell arsenal. You can then equip it to any slot in your spell set.
Utilizing Expelliarmus in Combat
Expelliarmus is primarily a combat spell, proving highly effective against armed opponents.
- Disarming foes: Against enemies wielding wands, swords, or goblin metal armaments, Expelliarmus will disarm them, leaving them vulnerable. This creates an opening for follow-up attacks.
- Damaging unarmed enemies: Even against foes without weapons, Expelliarmus inflicts a decent amount of damage. It’s particularly effective against Pensieve Sentries, who are significantly weakened when disarmed.
While Expelliarmus cannot be used for exploration or puzzle-solving, its combat utility makes it an indispensable spell in Hogwarts Legacy. Mastering this spell will significantly enhance your combat prowess and aid you in your journey through the game.
