Avada Kedavra, known as the Killing Curse, is the most lethal spell in the wizarding world, and a highly sought-after ability in Hogwarts Legacy. This powerful spell allows you to instantly defeat enemies, making it incredibly useful in combat. However, due to its dark nature, Avada Kedavra is not readily available and must be deliberately learned through specific choices in the game. This guide will walk you through the steps to unlock Avada Kedavra and understand the implications of wielding this Unforgivable Curse.
Unlocking Avada Kedavra During “In the Shadow of the Relic” Quest
The primary opportunity to learn Avada Kedavra arises during Sebastian Sallows’ companion questline, specifically in the quest titled “In the Shadow of the Relic.” Hogwarts Legacy recommends reaching level 28 before embarking on this quest, as it involves challenging encounters.
Before “In the Shadow of the Relic” becomes available, you must complete the following prerequisites:
- “In the Shadow of Hope”: This is another quest in Sebastian Sallows’ relationship questline and is crucial for progressing his storyline.
- “Lodgok’s Loyalty”: A main story quest that needs to be completed to advance the narrative and unlock further companion quests.
Once you have completed these quests and reached the appropriate level, “In the Shadow of the Relic” will become accessible. Progress through the quest until you reach a pivotal moment where you interact with Sebastian outside of a dungeon. During your conversation, you will be presented with a dialogue choice regarding the knowledge of curses:
- “No one should know that curse.”
- “Everyone should know that curse.”
To proceed with learning Avada Kedavra, you must select the option: “Everyone should know that curse.” This choice signals your willingness to delve into darker magic.
Image showcasing the dialogue option to choose “Everyone should know that curse” to learn Avada Kedavra in Hogwarts Legacy.
Following this selection, Sebastian will offer to teach you the Killing Curse. You will then face another crucial dialogue prompt:
- “Now is not the time.”
- “Yes please.”
To finally learn Avada Kedavra at this juncture, choose “Yes please.” Sebastian will then instruct you in casting the devastating spell.
Image depicting Sebastian Sallows offering to teach the player Avada Kedavra, highlighting the “Yes please” dialogue option.
Learning Avada Kedavra Later in the Game
If you initially hesitate or choose not to learn Avada Kedavra during “In the Shadow of the Relic,” you are not entirely locked out from acquiring it. There is a later opportunity to learn the curse, provided you make specific choices in Sebastian’s subsequent quest, “In the Shadow of Fate.”
During “In the Shadow of Fate,” you will have a conversation with Ominis Gaunt where the topic of Sebastian’s actions and potential consequences arises. You will be presented with the following choice:
- “We should turn Sebastian in.”
- “We must not turn Sebastian in.”
To keep the possibility of learning Avada Kedavra open, you must choose “We must not turn Sebastian in.” Choosing to turn Sebastian in will likely close off his questline and the opportunity to learn the curse from him later.
Image showing a dialogue scene with Ominis Gaunt, emphasizing the choice “We must not turn Sebastian in” to preserve the chance to learn Avada Kedavra later.
After selecting “We must not turn Sebastian in” and fully completing Sebastian’s relationship questline, you can find him in the Undercroft. If you missed learning any of the Unforgivable Curses during his quests, including Avada Kedavra, Sebastian will offer to teach them to you at this point.
Consequences of Using Avada Kedavra
Despite its status as an Unforgivable Curse, Hogwarts Legacy does not implement a morality system that punishes players for using Avada Kedavra. You will not face any in-game penalties, and your story progression will not be affected by your use of this curse.
However, your companions will react to your use of Unforgivable Curses. Characters like Natsai Onai, Ominis Gaunt, and Amit Thakkar express disapproval when you cast curses, including Avada Kedavra, in their presence. While these reactions add flavor and reflect their personalities, they do not negatively impact your relationships with these companions or alter the narrative.
Ultimately, the decision to learn and use Avada Kedavra in Hogwarts Legacy is a matter of player choice. The game allows you to wield this immense power without significant repercussions, focusing on player agency in exploring the darker aspects of magic within the game world.
