Can You Get More Than One Hippogriff in Hogwarts Legacy?
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The short answer is yes, you can absolutely get more than one Hippogriff in Hogwarts Legacy, and they play a vital role in your magical journey. While you’ll encounter your first Hippogriff, Highwing, during a key story moment, the game provides several avenues for acquiring and interacting with these magnificent creatures. Let’s delve into the details of Hippogriff acquisition, variety, and their purpose in the game.
Acquiring Multiple Hippogriffs
Unlike some magical beasts which are unique, Hippogriffs are available in multiple locations across the map. You’ll find them at Hippogriff Dens, specifically, marked on your map. These dens typically house two Hippogriffs, making it possible to find and rescue several of them throughout your adventures. Specifically, there are five Hippogriff Dens scattered throughout the open world, which translates to the potential to acquire a total of ten standard Hippogriffs.
Hippogriff Dens
These dens are relatively easy to find, often located in prominent areas of the map. The closest Hippogriff Den to Hogwarts itself is situated directly north, within the Forbidden Forest. This makes it a convenient location to begin your quest for more Hippogriffs. Keep an eye on your map and make sure you’ve advanced the main story enough to unlock these dens. Once you’ve found a den, you can utilize your capture bag and rescue the Hippogriffs, then bring them back to your Room of Requirement.
The Room of Requirement and Breeding
Once safely returned to your Room of Requirement’s Vivarium, you can further interact with the Hippogriffs. Not only can you care for them, but you can also use this space to breed them. This is where you can truly amass a collection of Hippogriffs. Breeding is key to having several in your vivarium, beyond the rescued ones. The option to breed is unlocked through story progression.
Hippogriff Appearance and Variety
While there aren’t as many physical variations as there are with some other beasts, there is still some diversity in the Hippogriffs you can obtain. You will find the following colors; white-grey, brown, dirty blonde (which is only found on female Hippogriffs). There is also the Onyx Hippogriff, a very special and rare version, which we will discuss more later.
The Special Onyx Hippogriff
The Onyx Hippogriff, also called Caligo, is a unique, purple-black version of the creature. This Hippogriff is different because it is only available as a pre-order bonus. To obtain the Onyx Hippogriff, you had to have pre-ordered the game and then complete the main story quest “The High Keep.” While the Onyx Hippogriff looks quite distinct, the functionality is the same as the standard Hippogriff. It’s merely an aesthetic variant with no different in gameplay or abilities.
Differences between Hippogriffs
While color is the main variation you will see, there is nothing else that differentiates them from each other apart from their appearance. For all practical purposes all Hippogriffs are equal, and will fulfill the same function in gameplay. So whether you have a brown, white, or black Hippogriff, they will all be able to be used as a mount.
How to Utilize Your Hippogriffs
Primarily, Hippogriffs in Hogwarts Legacy act as flying mounts. These mounts unlock after you complete the “The High Keep” main story quest. They provide a fast and convenient way to travel across the vast world map and offer a completely different perspective of the environment.
Flying and Ground Travel
Hippogriffs can both fly and walk on the ground. This means that they are versatile mounts, letting you get around in whichever way suits you, or depending on whether you need the speed of flight or the stability of ground movement. Switching between them is seamless and easy.
The Room of Requirement
Besides being flying mounts, Hippogriffs can be kept and cared for in the Vivarium of your Room of Requirement. The main use here is for breeding, collecting, and display. It’s a great way to immerse yourself in the magical world and experience the unique bond between wizards and fantastic beasts.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some frequently asked questions related to Hippogriffs in Hogwarts Legacy:
1. How many Hippogriff Dens are in Hogwarts Legacy?
There are five Hippogriff Dens located across the open world map. Each of these dens contains two Hippogriffs.
2. Where is the closest Hippogriff Den to Hogwarts?
The closest den is directly north of Hogwarts in the Forbidden Forest. This is a good place to start your Hippogriff collection.
3. Can you get different colored Hippogriffs?
Yes, you can find Hippogriffs in colors like white-grey, brown, and dirty blonde. The Onyx Hippogriff is a unique, purple-black variation that was available as a pre-order bonus.
4. How do you get the Onyx Hippogriff?
The Onyx Hippogriff (also known as Caligo) was a pre-order bonus. You must have pre-ordered the game and completed the main story quest “The High Keep” to unlock it. Currently, there is no other way to unlock it.
5. What is the purpose of the Room of Requirement when it comes to Hippogriffs?
In the Room of Requirement, you can breed, collect, and display your Hippogriffs. It’s a place to interact with them outside of riding.
6. Can you breed Hippogriffs in Hogwarts Legacy?
Yes, you can breed Hippogriffs within your Vivarium. This allows you to add to your growing collection and breed any color you have rescued.
7. When do flying mounts become available?
Flying mounts, including Hippogriffs, unlock after completing the main story quest “The High Keep”. You also need to be level 17 at least.
8. Are there any other flying mounts besides Hippogriffs?
Yes, the other flying mount in the game is a Thestral, and you can use the magical broomstick as a mode of travel.
9. Can you sell Hippogriffs in Hogwarts Legacy?
Yes, you can sell Hippogriffs at the Brood and Peck shop for 120 Galleons each.
10. What is the difference between a shiny beast and a normal beast?
The only difference is the color; shiny beasts are just rarer variations of normal beasts.
11. How do you make sure you have a successful capture of a beast?
Using spells like Disillusionment to cloak yourself and Arresto Momentum to slow the beast can increase your chance of success.
12. Is there a unicorn mount in Hogwarts Legacy?
No, while Unicorns can be found in the game, they cannot be mounted.
13. Can you mount any other beasts in the game?
Yes, you can also mount Thestrals and the Graphorn, with the Graphorn being a ground mount.
14. How many mounts are there in total?
There are a total of five mounts: four beast mounts (Hippogriff, Thestral, Graphorn) and a magical broomstick.
15. How many hippogriffs can you own?
Through rescuing and breeding, you can have as many as your vivarium can accommodate.
Conclusion
In conclusion, acquiring multiple Hippogriffs in Hogwarts Legacy is absolutely achievable and encouraged. These majestic creatures offer not only fast travel across the vast landscapes but also a fantastic experience in beast care. Whether you’re collecting different color variations or breeding them within your Room of Requirement, Hippogriffs are more than just a means of transport. They are a core part of your magical adventure in Hogwarts Legacy, offering a unique and immersive gameplay element. Enjoy your journey as you soar through the skies on the back of these remarkable beasts!