Hogwarts Legacy: All spells and charms with their function

Fariha Bhatti Published 13/02/2023

Hogwarts Legacy is finally available to play for all. The game features a range of spells from the Harry Potter universe, and we have compiled them all in one place.

In the game, players take on the role of a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and experience life as a wizard in the late 1800s. As part of their journey, players can learn and cast a variety of spells that are inspired by the spells from the Harry Potter universe. The spellcasting system in the game allows players to cast spells in real-time combat, as well as during exploration and when unlocking chests.

Overall, the spells in Hogwarts Legacy play an essential role in the game and offer players various magical options for combat, exploration, and puzzle-solving. Spells in Hogwarts Legacy are divided into two classes: Essential and Selectable. Here are all the spells in each category.

Essential spells in Hogwarts Legacy

Essential spells are core spells that you might need to use more often. They remain active after you obtain them.

Spells	Type	Description
Petrificus Totalus	Full Body-Bind Curse	Binds and paralyzes – deal lesser damage to tougher ones.
Revelio	Revelio Charm	Reveals objects and enemies on the map.
Protego	Shield Charm	Creates a protection bubble against yellow attacks.
Stupefy	Stunning Spell	Protego’s follow-up – stuns enemies.
Alohomora	Unlocking Charm	Unlocks doors and chests.

Selectable spells in Hogwarts Legacy

Selectable spells need to be acquired and learned in order to be used. After learning, you may assign them to a slot and switch with other spells when required.

Spell	Type	Description
Depulso	Banishing Charm	Forcefully repels a target away.
Confringo	Blasting Curse	Fires a launcher of flames.
Conjuring Spell	N/A	Used to place down objects.
Crucio	Cruciatus Curse	Causes severe damage and pain.
Descendo	N/A	Pulls the enemy down to the ground.
Expelliarmus	Disarming Charm	Used to disarm an enemy.
Disillusionment Charm	N/A	Blends you into the environment.
Bombarda	Exploding Charm	Blasts nearby enemies by creating a damaging AoE.
Glacius	Freezing Spell	Encases enemies into an ice ball.
Incendio	Fire-Making Spell	Sets fire to enemies and their possessions.
Imperio	Imperius Curse	Creates an ally out of an opponent.
Avada Kedavra	Killing Curse	Instant death.
Crucio	Cruciatus Curse	Causes severe damage and pain.
Flipendo	Knockback Jinx	Slams a target into the ground upside down.
Wingardium Leviosa	Levitation Charm	Allows stable movement into the air.
Levioso	Levitation Spell	Lifts a target into the air. Lacks stability, compared to Levitation Charm.
Reparo	Mending Charm	Repairs broken items.
Diffindo	Severing Charm	Slashes a target with damage-dealing blades.
Arresto Momentum	Slowing Charm	Stops or slows a target from moving.
Accio	Summoning Charm	Summons an item or enemy.
Transformation Spell	N/A	N/A
Evanesco	Vanishing Spell	N/A
Lumos	Wand-Lighting Charm	N/A

In combat, players can use spells to attack enemies, defend themselves, and support their allies. Different spells have different effects and can be combined as well. So, players will need to experiment and find the spells that work best for them in each situation. Additionally, the game includes a variety of spell effects and visual styles that are inspired by the Harry Potter universe, making each spell feel unique and special.

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About Fariha Bhatti

Fariha Bhatti is a long-time gaming writer who loves competitive FPS games and slots with particularly fun themes. She got her start playing classic games developed by SNK, from legendary fighting game series The King of Fighters to challenging platform franchise Metal Slug. She now spends most of her time playing Valorant and Counter-Strike 2 while working her way through new slot releases to find her next favorite. Fariha has been published at PCGamesN, TalkEsport and ONE Esports.

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