Why Won’t It Let Me Collect the Demiguise? A Comprehensive Guide to Demiguise Statues in Hogwarts Legacy
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It can be incredibly frustrating to stumble upon a Demiguise statue in Hogwarts Legacy, only to find that you can’t interact with it. The glowing, moon-holding figures are a crucial part of upgrading your Alohomora spell, and understanding why they might be uncollectible is key to progressing in the game. The core reason you can’t collect a Demiguise statue boils down to these primary factors: time of day, quest progression, and, in rare instances, potential glitches. Let’s break down each of these reasons in detail.
Why Can’t You Collect Demiguise Statues?
The Nighttime Requirement
The most common reason for not being able to collect a Demiguise statue is that it’s daytime. These statues are designed to be collected exclusively at night. Demiguise statues only shine during the night hours, making them easily identifiable and collectible during this time. If you approach a statue during the day, you’ll find it to be dull and unresponsive. To remedy this, you need to wait until nighttime using the game’s map feature. Simply open the map, and look for the option to “Wait” which will advance the in-game clock to night.
Alohomora and the Caretaker’s Quest
Another crucial requirement is that you need to have unlocked the Alohomora spell and started the corresponding questline with Gladwin Moon, the caretaker. The Demiguise statues won’t even spawn in the game world until you complete “The Caretaker’s Lunar Lament” quest. This quest is essential as it not only introduces you to the Alohomora unlocking spell but also begins your task of collecting these moon-holding statues for Moon. Without this quest, the statues will be present, but you won’t be able to interact with them.
Progression and Alohomora Level
Additionally, your Alohomora level is tied directly to the number of Demiguise statues you’ve collected. The first few statues you collect are part of the quest line. After this initial quest, collecting further Demiguise statues enables you to upgrade your Alohomora spell further, unlocking more complex locks around Hogwarts and the surrounding areas. You can only reach level 2 Alohomora by collecting 9 Demiguise statues and talking to Gladwin Moon, and level 3 by collecting a total of 13. Thus, until you complete the “The Caretaker’s Lunar Lament” quest, you will not be able to progress to these higher Alohomora tiers and subsequently may not be able to collect additional Demiguise Statues.
Glitches and Save Issues
While less common, there are occasional reports of glitches that might prevent you from collecting a Demiguise statue. These might include issues where the statue appears non-interactable, even at night and after completing the initial quest. A possible solution to a glitch is to return to a previous save before you spoke with Gladwin Moon. An autosave will happen right before you speak to him. It may take a few attempts of loading a previous save, but it will resolve the issue.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Demiguise Statues
1. Can I collect Demiguise statues during the day?
No, Demiguise statues can only be collected at night. They will not be interactable during daylight hours. Use the “Wait” function on your map to advance to nighttime.
2. Do I need a specific spell to collect Demiguise statues?
You need the Alohomora spell, but the Demiguise statue itself doesn’t require any spell to pick it up. It is the Alohomora spell you need to progress to the locations of some Demiguise statues.
3. How do I unlock the Alohomora spell?
You unlock Alohomora by completing the quest “The Caretaker’s Lunar Lament” from Gladwin Moon, the caretaker at Hogwarts.
4. Do I need to collect all 30 Demiguise moons?
No, you only need to collect 22 Demiguise moons to complete the quest and upgrade your Alohomora spell fully. However, there is an achievement for finding all 30 Demiguise statues.
5. What happens when I collect Demiguise Moons?
Collecting Demiguise moons allows you to upgrade your Alohomora spell by talking to Gladwin Moon after collecting 9 and 13 moons. Upgrading your Alohomora spell will allow you to open more locks across Hogwarts and in the world.
6. Where can I find the first Demiguise statue?
The first Demiguise statue is found in a secret room inside the Haunted Toilets in the South Wing of Hogwarts. You’ll need to unlock the door to the toilets and the crawlspace using the Alohomora spell.
7. Can I miss the Demiguise quest?
While you can miss some side quests that are season dependent, the Demiguise questline is a main quest that should not be missed as it is required to upgrade your Alohomora spell.
8. How do I upgrade Alohomora to level 2?
To reach Alohomora level 2, you need to collect 9 Demiguise statues and then talk to Gladwin Moon.
9. How do I upgrade Alohomora to level 3?
To reach Alohomora level 3, you need to collect a total of 13 Demiguise statues and then talk to Gladwin Moon.
10. Can I collect Demiguise statues before starting the quest?
No, Demiguise statues won’t appear in the world until you complete “The Caretaker’s Lunar Lament” quest and are given the first one by Gladwin Moon.
11. What is the Disillusionment charm used for?
The Disillusionment charm is used to sneak past students and professors and is often required when finding some Demiguise statues.
12. Can you still collect Demiguise statues after finishing the main story?
Yes, you can collect Demiguise statues at any time, as long as it’s nighttime and you have completed “The Caretaker’s Lunar Lament” quest.
13. I found a Demiguise statue in a restricted area, is that normal?
Yes, Demiguise statues can be found in various locations, including restricted areas. Be prepared to use your Disillusionment charm to avoid being seen in these areas.
14. I’ve collected statues but Mr. Moon won’t speak to me, what should I do?
If Mr. Moon is not speaking to you, it is likely a glitch. The solution is to go back to a previous save to a time before you spoke to him, ideally to an autosave right before you spoke to him.
15. I’m trying to collect a statue in the Gryffindor Tower, where is it?
The Demiguise statue in the Gryffindor tower is found inside the locked bathroom, located in the hallway, which can be unlocked using Alohomora. You will need to find a crawlspace in one of the stalls to access the statue.
By understanding the night requirement, Alohomora quest progression, and the importance of each step, you should be well on your way to collecting all the Demiguise moons and fully upgrading your Alohomora spell. If you continue to experience difficulty, retrace your steps and ensure all pre-requisites have been met, or check for any possible glitches. Happy collecting!