Can You Learn Unforgivable Curses Later in Hogwarts Legacy?

Yes, you absolutely can learn the Unforgivable Curses later in Hogwarts Legacy, even if you initially refused to learn them. This is a common question among players, as the moral implications of wielding such dark magic are significant and many initially opt to avoid them. However, the game provides opportunities to revisit this decision, allowing you to explore the darker side of magic if you choose. This article will delve into how you can acquire these forbidden spells later in the game and will address frequently asked questions about the process and its consequences.

How to Learn Unforgivable Curses After Refusal

Initially, the opportunity to learn the Unforgivable Curses arises during your questline with Sebastian Sallow, a fellow student with a complex and compelling backstory. During specific moments in his questline, he will offer to teach you these dark arts spells: Crucio, Imperio, and finally, Avada Kedavra. If you decline at these points, you might think you’ve missed your chance. Fortunately, this is not the case.

The key to learning these curses later is to avoid turning Sebastian in to the authorities after the quest where he confronts his uncle. As long as you choose not to report him, he will remain accessible in the Undercroft. This hidden location beneath the Hogwarts castle serves as the place you can return to. After completing the main story, and provided Sebastian is still around, you can seek him out. If you tell Ominis Gaunt, “We must not turn Sebastian in,” it will pave the way for Sebastian to be there to teach you. Upon speaking with him again, he will offer to teach you any Unforgivable Curses you missed. This includes Avada Kedavra, the Killing Curse, the most dreaded of the three.

Key Points to Remember:

• Do not turn Sebastian in: This is the single most important factor. Turning him into Azkaban will effectively lock you out of ever learning the Unforgivable Curses from him.
• Complete the Main Questline: These opportunities primarily unlock after you have finished the core story.
• Ominis Gaunt’s Dialogue: Choose “We must not turn Sebastian in.” in the correct quest.
• Visit Sebastian in the Undercroft: He will be in the Undercroft ready to teach you once he’s available again after the main quest is over.

Are There Consequences for Using Unforgivable Curses?

One of the primary concerns players have is whether using the Unforgivable Curses will lead to a “bad ending” in Hogwarts Legacy. The good news is that the game does not impose any significant negative long-term consequences for using these spells. The main narrative remains unchanged. There are no special penalties to your character for using Crucio, Imperio, or Avada Kedavra. Your house points, dialogue choices, and overall ending are unaffected by your decision to learn and utilize dark magic.

What is affected by the choice of whether or not to turn in Sebastian?

While the narrative doesn’t fundamentally change based on whether or not you learn or use unforgivable curses, the choice of whether to turn in Sebastian or not does affect a few key things:

• Access to Sebastian: If you choose to turn him in, he is gone from the game for good and can no longer interact with you and teach you the unforgivable curses.
• Relationship with Ominis: Ominis strongly disapproves of turning Sebastian in.
• Final cutscene: This is impacted in a minor way.

No Moral Judgment, Just Player Choice

Hogwarts Legacy allows players to make their own choices, and explore the moral grey areas the game provides. It offers the option to play as a morally ambiguous character without punishing you for it. This freedom to choose, without significant repercussions, is part of what makes the game engaging for so many players. The developers seem to have intended these choices to primarily affect your personal narrative experience within the game.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are 15 frequently asked questions regarding the Unforgivable Curses in Hogwarts Legacy, covering many aspects of learning and using these powerful spells:

1. Can you learn Avada Kedavra after the story?

Yes, you can learn Avada Kedavra after completing the main questline if you have not turned Sebastian in. He will offer to teach it to you when you speak with him in the Undercroft after the main story is completed.

2. Can you learn Unforgivable Curses and get a good ending?

Yes, learning and using the Unforgivable Curses will not affect your ability to get a “good” ending. The overarching narrative remains unaffected by your choice to use dark magic.

3. What happens if you turn Sebastian in?

If you choose to turn Sebastian in, he will be expelled from Hogwarts and will no longer be available for interaction in the game. This means you will not be able to learn the Unforgivable Curses from him. He will be taken by the Ministry of Magic.

4. Can you disagree with Sebastian and still learn Avada Kedavra?

Yes, you can disagree with Sebastian at earlier points in his questline and still learn Avada Kedavra later, as long as you do not turn him in to the authorities.

5. Can you stop Sebastian from killing his uncle?

No, you cannot prevent Sebastian from killing his uncle. This event is a fixed part of the storyline, and your choices only affect whether you turn Sebastian in afterward.

6. What are the consequences of learning unforgivable curses?

In terms of the narrative, there are no significant negative consequences to learning the Unforgivable Curses, nor are there any repercussions on the overall ending of the game, or to other major aspects like House Points.

7. Should I turn in Sebastian or not?

It’s generally better not to turn Sebastian in if you want to learn all the Unforgivable Curses, and if you want to retain the ability to interact with Sebastian as a character. There are very few advantages to turning him in.

8. Can you get a second chance to learn Avada Kedavra after missing the first?

Yes, as long as you avoid turning him in, Sebastian will offer to teach you any of the Unforgivable Curses you’ve missed upon meeting him in the Undercroft after the main story completion.

9. Does telling Sebastian “the truth” affect the story?

No, telling Sebastian “the truth” or not will not impact the overarching story or your friendship with him. This dialogue choice is primarily cosmetic.

10. Does turning in Sebastian affect the ending?

Yes, it can affect the game’s final cutscene. However, this is a slight alteration rather than a major change to the fundamental ending of the game.

11. Can you get the killing curse if you turn Sebastian in?

No, if you turn Sebastian in to the Ministry, you will be unable to learn Avada Kedavra from him at any point. He’ll be gone for good.

12. Does Sebastian Sallow turn evil?

Sebastian’s actions become increasingly dark throughout the game, but whether he’s “evil” is debatable. He believes his actions are justified in his efforts to help his sister.

13. Can you visit Azkaban?

Yes, depending on your House, you can have a short and linear visit to Azkaban.

14. Can you learn Crucio or Imperio after Sebastian?

You will learn the crucio and imperio curses directly from Sebastian. If you refuse these curses, he will give you another opportunity to learn it upon meeting him in the Undercroft.

15. Can you catch a Phoenix in Hogwarts Legacy?

Yes, you can catch a Phoenix by completing the “Phoenix Rising” quest.

Conclusion

In conclusion, learning Unforgivable Curses later in Hogwarts Legacy is not only possible, but is also a relatively straightforward process. The key is to avoid turning Sebastian Sallow in to the Ministry. As long as he remains accessible in the Undercroft after the main questline, you will have the opportunity to learn any Unforgivable Curses you may have previously refused, without significant narrative consequences. This allows players the freedom to explore the darker side of magic, making for a dynamic and personalized playthrough.