Hogwarts Legacy: Unlocking the Secrets of Hogwarts Puzzle

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An article about "Unlocking the Secrets of Hogwarts" in "Hogwarts Legacy." Included are puzzle locations and solutions in the search challenge.

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Unraveling the Secrets of Hogwarts

Clear the Challenge by Solving 3 M22ysteries

Clear the challenge by solving 3 mysteries

To unravel the secrets of Hogwarts, you must first clear the search challenge by solving 3 puzzles. Press "search" in the challenge menu to check the bottom section, where you will find the 3 puzzles that need to be solved.

Rewards: 3 Types of Equipment Appearances

1st 2nd 3rd
Secret Solver's Bathing Costume
Secret Solver's Bathing Costume
Tailored Tailcoat
Tailored Tailcoat
Fashionable Dress Robes
Fashionable Dress Robes

The rewards for unraveling the secrets of Hogwarts are 3 types of equipment appearances. By solving each mystery, you can obtain a different appearance for your equipment. If you are collecting, prioritize solving the puzzles.

Solving the Mystery of Numbers and Symbols in the Overpass Courtyard

Lighting the Four Candlesticks on the Bridge

Hogwarts Legacy - Mystery in the Overpass Courtyard

First, light the four candlesticks installed on the handrail of the overpass. To light the candles, you will need flame-based magic such as "Incendio." If you haven't learned it yet, progress through the main story to learn the magic.

Changing the Numbers on the Candlesticks Based on the Marks on the Bridge's Floors

Symbol Number
Overpass Courtyard - Matching Numbers and Symbols
Overpass Courtyard - Matching Numbers and Symbols
Overpass Courtyard - Matching Numbers and Symbols
Overpass Courtyard - Matching Numbers and Symbols

The puzzle in the overpass courtyard can be solved by looking for a manhole on the bridge. Align all the shapes and numbers in the correct combinations. After doing so, the manhole will open, revealing a hidden passage beneath the bridge.

Descend the Ladder and Proceed to the Very End to Find a Treasure Chest

Exterior ※Contents of the Treasure Chest
Hogwarts Legacy - Exterior Hogwarts Legacy - Contents of the Treasure Chest

After solving the mystery, enter the passage beneath the overpass. At the very end, you will find a large treasure chest. Inside the large treasure chest, you will find one of the "Legendary Facial Equipment" items, which will make early-game progression easier. It is recommended to collect it early on.

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Solving the Mystery of the Door and Pendulum in the South Tower Clock

Required Magic How to Obtain
Alohomora
Alohomora Lv1
・Obtained during the main quest "The Caretaker's Lunar Lament"
Arresto Momentum
Arresto Momentum
・Obtained during "Madam Kogawa's Assignment 2"

Using Floo Powder to Reach the Courtyard of the South Tower Clock

Clock Tower

To solve the second puzzle at Hogwarts you will need to use Floo Powder to reach the "Courtyard of the South Tower Clock." To open the door in the vicinity of the courtyard, you need to solve the pendulum puzzle. Make sure to learn "Alohomora" and "Arresto Momentum" as they are required before attempting this challenge.

Stopping the Pendulum at the Same Mark as the Door

Stopping the Pendulum at the Same Mark as the Door

The second mystery at Hogwarts is cleared by opening the four doors in the clock tower. To do this, stop the pendulum in the clock tower at the same location as the mark on the door. Each of the four doors has a corresponding mark, so make sure to check them beforehand and use "Arresto Momentum" on the pendulum at the corresponding mark's location.

Opening the Door With a Dash While the Pendulum is Stopped

Mark Door Location
Mark 1 1st floor of the clock tower
Mark 2 2nd floor of the clock tower
Mark 3 3rd floor of the clock tower
Mark 4 Outside the door on the 4th floor of the clock tower
Mark Guide Video
Mark 1 Procedure for Mark 1
Mark 2 Procedure for Mark 2
Mark 3 Procedure for Mark 3
Mark 4 Procedure for Mark 4

After using "Arresto Momentum" to stop the pendulum, dash to the corresponding marked door. If you reach the door within the time the pendulum is stopped, you can obtain items and treasure chests inside.

Puzzle of the Headmaster's Office Door

Required Magic How to Obtain
Alohomora
Alohomora Lv3
・Collect Demiguise Statues in the quest "The Man Behind the Moons"

Use Floo Powder to go to the Trophy Room on the Large Staircase

Trophy Room

To uncover the final secret of Hogwarts, use Floo Powder to go to the Trophy Room on the Large Staircase. From the Trophy Room, climb the stairs and proceed to the Headmaster's Office.

Open the Door Next to the Headmaster's Office

Door next to the Headmaster's Office

Once you reach the Headmaster's Office, open the door on the left side using Alohomora. Note that you will need Alohomora level 3, so make sure to obtain it beforehand. After unlocking the door, go outside and continue climbing the stairs.

Obtain the Key of Permission in the Top Floor Room

Obtain the Key of Permission

Once you reach the top floor room with Alohomora level 3, obtain the Key of Permission on the desk. Use the Key of Permission to open a specific door, and the challenge will be completed.

Open the Door Before the Headmaster's Office with the Key of Permission

Key before the Headmaster's Office

After obtaining the Key of Permission, return to the area before the Headmaster's Office and unlock the key to the large door. Insert the key, and the mechanism will be automatically unlocked, revealing all the secrets of Hogwarts and completing the challenge.


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