How Many Beasts Can You Catch in Hogwarts Legacy? A Comprehensive Guide
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The magical world of Hogwarts Legacy is teeming with fascinating creatures, each with its own unique charm and purpose. For many players, collecting these beasts is a core part of the gameplay experience. So, just how many beasts can you catch and care for in this open-world RPG? The answer is that there are 13 distinct beast species available for capture in Hogwarts Legacy. These creatures can be housed in special areas called Vivariums, which we’ll delve into further. The 13 beasts you can catch are:
- Diricawl
- Fwooper
- Giant Purple Toad
- Graphorn
- Hippogriff
- Jobberknoll
- Kneazle
- Mooncalf
- Niffler
- Puffskein
- Thestral
- Unicorn
- Phoenix
These animals, from the mischievous Niffler to the majestic Hippogriff, offer a diverse array of interactions and opportunities within the game.
Understanding the Vivariums
Storage and Capacity
While you can capture all 13 beast species, it’s essential to understand how storage works in Hogwarts Legacy. The game features four Vivariums, each unlocked through main story quests. The good news is that each Vivarium can hold up to 12 beasts simultaneously. This means that when you have access to all four Vivariums, you can potentially house a grand total of 48 beasts at any given time. You are not restricted to having just one of each. In fact, players are encouraged to breed their beasts to gather more of them.
Breeding Mechanics
Hogwarts Legacy offers the unique feature of breeding many of your captured creatures. To breed beasts, you’ll need to use a breeding pen within the Vivarium. Place a male and a female of the same species in the pen and wait approximately 30 minutes of real-time. This process will result in an offspring. However, it’s important to note that the Phoenix cannot be bred.
Why Collect and Breed Beasts?
Beyond the simple joy of collecting, these beasts play an important role in the game. Many offer valuable materials when fed and groomed, and some, like the Graphorn and Hippogriff, can even be used as mounts for faster travel across the vast open world. Taking care of your beasts also enhances the sense of immersion in the magical world.
The Rarest Catch: The Phoenix
Of all the creatures, the Phoenix is undoubtedly the rarest. There is only one Phoenix available in the entire game, obtainable through a specific side quest. It’s also the only beast that cannot be bred. This rarity makes catching the Phoenix a highly sought-after achievement for many players, especially completionists.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are 15 frequently asked questions about catching beasts in Hogwarts Legacy, designed to provide clarity and useful tips:
1. Can I ride all the beasts?
No, not all beasts can be used as mounts. The Hippogriff and Graphorn are notable exceptions and can be ridden after certain points in the story. Other beasts will remain in the Vivarium where you can breed and care for them.
2. Is there a Shiny version of every beast?
Yes, most beasts have a shiny variant. These shiny versions are just differently colored and are rarer to find in the wild. They do not have any additional benefits besides their unique appearance.
3. Where can I find the Unicorn?
The Unicorn is located at a specific den near Upper Hogsfield. There is only one den in the game, and the Unicorn respawns there one at a time. Finding a shiny Unicorn is especially tough because it’s so rare and spawns one at a time in the single den location.
4. How do I unlock more Vivariums?
You unlock Vivariums by progressing through the main story quests. Each Vivarium offers a new biome and can hold 12 beasts. The fourth and final Vivarium is unlocked by finishing the Niamh Fitzgerald’s Trial quest, which gives you access to the Phoenix Rising sidequest.
5. What is the best way to find shiny beasts?
There is no surefire way to guarantee a shiny beast spawn, but some players have suggested that revisiting known beast dens frequently can increase your chances. It comes down to patience and luck.
6. Can I breed a Unicorn?
Yes, you can breed a Unicorn. The process is similar to breeding other creatures but requires a little more patience because there is only one Unicorn in a den at a time. First you must catch two, a male and a female, and then you can breed them.
7. Do animal dens respawn?
Yes, animal dens do respawn. However, some creatures, like the Unicorn, spawn one at a time. Others like the Graphorn may require you to battle them each time you revisit the den.
8. What do I do with the beasts once I have them in my Vivarium?
You can feed, brush, and breed the beasts in your Vivarium. You can also collect magical materials by caring for them, which can be used to upgrade gear using the Enchanted Loom in the Room of Requirement.
9. How many Graphorns can I catch?
You can catch multiple Graphorns, but the first one you encounter in the quest San Bakar’s Trial is the one that is primarily used as a mount. The others you capture will go into the Vivarium. Also, after the first encounter, any future encounters require you to fight the Graphorn before you rescue it.
10. Is there a female Graphorn?
Yes, there is a female Graphorn, however, the game does not explicitly distinguish between male and female of other species.
11. How many hours does it take to 100% the game?
Reaching 100% completion in Hogwarts Legacy typically takes around 75 hours, this does include catching all available creatures, completing quests and finding collectibles.
12. What is the point of shiny beasts?
The primary difference between a shiny and a normal beast is their color. Shiny beasts are just rarer versions of standard beasts and don’t provide any additional benefits.
13. Is the Phoenix considered one of the 13 catchable beasts?
Yes, the Phoenix is counted as one of the 13 catchable beasts, despite being unique. However, because you can only obtain one, it doesn’t count towards the The Nature of the Beast achievement.
14. How do I get more Phoenixes?
You cannot get more than one Phoenix. The Phoenix can only be found in the “Phoenix Rising” side quest given to you by Deek.
15. Should I keep Hazel the Unicorn?
Yes, you are meant to keep Hazel the Unicorn. As requested by Betty Bugbrooke, you can keep the Unicorn in one of the Vivariums to take care of it.
Conclusion
Catching and caring for the diverse array of beasts in Hogwarts Legacy is a rewarding experience for players of all kinds. With 13 unique species, four Vivariums that hold 12 creatures each, and the option to breed most of them, there’s a significant amount of content to explore and enjoy. The pursuit of the rare shiny beasts and the singular Phoenix only adds to the magical experience, making beast care an essential element of the game.