How do I get a 4th vivarium?
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To get the 4th vivarium in Hogwarts Legacy, you need to finish Niamh Fitzgerald’s Trial quest, which gives you access to the Phoenix Rising sidequest, ultimately leading you to unlock the last Vivarium biome. This quaint area is nestled on a mountain, offering a unique space for your magical beasts to thrive, and you can have up to 12 animals in the Vivarium, with a variety of 4 different species.
Vivarium and Beasts
Unlocking and Managing Your Vivarium
Here are some key points to consider when managing your Vivarium:
- Vivarium Capacity: Each Vivarium can hold up to four different species of beasts and sixteen beasts overall, giving you flexibility in how you manage your magical creatures.
- Breeding Beasts: To breed beasts in the Vivarium, you need to have both a male and a female of the same species and a Breeding Pen in each Vivarium.
- Beast Variety: There are 13 beasts you can find and rescue in Hogwarts Legacy, including Hippogriffs, Thestrals, and the Phoenix, each with its unique characteristics and needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Vivarium and Beast Management
- Can you only have 4 species in the Vivarium?: Initially, the Vivarium can only contain four distinct species at a time, but you can expand this by completing Deek’s side questline, which adds new Vivariums to the Room of Requirement.
- Can the Vivarium hold more than 4 species?: While a Vivarium itself is limited to 4 different species, you can have multiple Vivariums with different species, allowing for a greater variety of magical beasts.
- How do you unlock more beasts in Vivarium?: Completing Deek’s side questline will not only expand your Room of Requirement but also add new Vivariums, thus increasing the number of species you can have at once.
- How do you unlock the swamp Vivarium?: The Swamp Vivarium becomes available during the Foal of the Dead side quest, where Deek teaches you the basics of breeding beasts, and you can set up a Breeding Pen.
- Should I turn in Sebastian or not?: It’s recommended not to turn in Sebastian, as this action brings more restrictions to your experience, especially if you haven’t learned all the forbidden spells yet.
Collectibles and Cheats
- How many cheats are in each vivarium?: For those aiming to 100% the game, each Vivarium contains 3 collectable chests, with a total of 4 Vivariums and 12 chests to find.
- Do butterfly chests count as collection chests?: Following butterflies can lead to Conjuration Recipe Chests, which don’t count toward the region total but provide a random Conjuration Recipe for use in the Room of Requirement.
- How many conjurations are hidden in vivariums?: There are 12 hidden chests in the Vivariums, each containing a Conjuration Recipe, which can be found by exploring the Vivariums thoroughly.
Beasts and Mounts
- Can beasts mate in Vivarium?: Yes, beasts can mate in the Vivarium if you have a male and a female of the same species and a Breeding Pen.
- Can you get a Graphorn in Hogwarts Legacy?: The Graphorn is one of the 13 beasts that can be found and added to your Vivarium, and it’s also one of the rideable mounts in the game.
- Are there unicorns in Hogwarts Legacy?: Yes, Unicorns are present in Hogwarts Legacy, and finding a shiny Unicorn can be challenging due to its rarity and the fact that only one Unicorn spawns at a time in its den.
Species Compatibility and Breeding
- What animals don’t get along in Hogwarts Legacy?: Certain beasts are incompatible, such as Unicorns and Thestrals, Kneazles and Diricawls, and Fwoopers and Phoenix.
- Can you breed the Graphorn?: Yes, you can breed Graphorns after completing San Bakar’s Trial, and any further Graphorns will be used as beasts for your Vivarium.
- How do you breed a Phoenix in Hogwarts?: The Phoenix is the only species that can’t be bred because it’s a one-of-a-kind creature, obtained through the Phoenix Rising quest given by Deek.
- Is there a female Graphorn?: You don’t need to worry about getting a female Graphorn until after completing San Bakar’s Trial, which involves defeating a Graphorn in battle and then leading it to a certain area.
Conclusion
Managing your Vivarium and understanding how to unlock new beasts and Vivariums can greatly enhance your Hogwarts Legacy experience. By following these guidelines and FAQs, you’ll be well on your way to creating a thriving Vivarium and exploring the magical world of Hogwarts with a variety of magical beasts by your side.