Hogwarts Legacy: How to Defeat the Final Boss

Strategy Guide for the Final Boss

Destroying the orbs is important in all phases

State with Barrier	State after Barrier Destruction

When Ranrok is surrounded by a red-black barrier, it completely nullifies the player's attacks. Destroying the floating orbs around the final boss will remove the barrier, so destroy the orbs with spells of the same color before inflicing damage on the boss.

Note that on difficulty levels Normal and above, the barrier will regenerate after a certain amount of time has passed since the destruction of the orbs. Since it is necessary to break the barrier multiple times, battles can be prolonged, so it's recommended to strengthen your gear for your damage and defense to be sustainable in a long battle.

List of Orbs and Corresponding Spells

Purple	Yellow	Red
Force Spells	Control Spells	Damage Spells

In the first phase, break the orb and attack constantly

The final boss battle is divided into a total of five phases. In the first phase, which occurs immediately after the battle begins, the boss does not use any special attack patterns. Use Protego or simply dodge to reduce damage while removing the barrier and steadily accumulating damage.

In the second phase, make sure you dodge the red shockwaves.

When you reduce the boss's HP to about 75%, it will escape to the north side of the map. Chase after it while defending against its attacks to transition to the second phase. Destroy two orbs to disable the barrier and continue reducing its HP.

In the second phase, the boss will release red shockwaves centered around itself, attacking a wide area. It releases the shockwaves immediately after folding its wings in the air, so observe its attack motion and dodge away to avoid getting hit.

In the third phase, follow the same strategy after breaking the orbs.

When you have reduced its HP to about 50%, slide down the slope near the yellow orb on the east side of the map to enter the third phase. The number of orbs to destroy increases to a total of three, but you can deal damage in the same way as in the second phase. When its HP is reduced to about 40%, it will transition to the fourth phase.

Be cautious of close-range ground attacks in the fourth phase.

In the fourth phase, the boss will land on the ground and attack using both close-range and magic attacks. The basic strategy remains the same as in the previous phases but be cautious of close-range attacks and destroy barriers as needed to deal damage.

Note that close-range attacks have a wide area of effect and are difficult to distinguish from other movements. If you want to efficiently defeat the boss, it's recommended to avoid close combat and instead fight it with long-range spells like Protego or Ancient Magic Throw.

Destroy three orbs in the fifth phase to defeat the boss.

When you deplete all of its HP, the boss's HP bar disappears and transitions to the final phase. Clear the stage by destroying three orbs while avoiding attacks before delivering the finishing blow.

If it's difficult to aim for the orb while dodging attacks, you can tank the damage and compensate with a Wiggenweld Potion instead. The moment you defeat the boss, The Final Repository will be completed so give it everything you've got.

Unlockable Elements After Defeating the Boss

Other strategies when having trouble with the final boss

Strengthen the effects of Wiggenweld Potion

Talent	Required Level/Effect
Wiggenweld Potency I	【Required Level】5【Effect】 Enhances the healing effect of Wiggenweld Potion
Wiggenweld Potency II	【Required Level】16【Effect】 Enhances the healing effect of Wiggenweld Potion

Ranrok has many attack patterns with quick animations, making them difficult to dodge. If you can't defeat it because your HP is too low, use talent points to improve your Wiggenweld Potions and enhance your recovery. If you have both levels 1 and 2, you can fully restore your HP with just one Wiggenweld Potion.

Recommended Talent Distribution and Acquisition Limits

When all else fails, lower the difficulty

If you absolutely can't defeat the final boss, consider lowering the difficulty to Story. Not only does the damage decrease significantly, but the enemy also goes into slow motion before attacking, making it easier to dodge. This makes it easier to beat the boss without memorizing its patterns.

Differences in Difficulty and How to Change

Unlockable After Defeating the Final Boss

Branching Paths Based on Choices Before the Final Boss Battle

The ending after defeating the final boss can vary depending on the choices you've made before the fight. Once cleared, some outcomes won't be available anymore so if you don't want to miss anything, make sure to save before starting.

Choices and Outcomes in the Final Quest

Summary of Irreversible Elements

Unlocking the main quest The House Cup

After defeating the final boss and completing the story, the main quest The House Cup will be unlocked. By clearing The House Cup, you'll see the game's true ending, but the required level is high at 34, so it's recommended to level up through side quests and exploration before taking on the challenge.

Summary of Post-Game Quests and Replay Value