What is the Ancient Magic in Hogwarts Legacy

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Hogwarts Legacy's dedicated State of Play provided players with a fresh new look at the title's gameplay and mechanics after a wait that spanned a year and a half. Players were treated to exciting dueling, the vivid and detailed interiors of Hogwarts, the various classes and much more.

One of the interesting things among them, which is integral to the game's plot, is the Ancient Magic.

For a game based in the much-loved wizarding world, it is expected that it will feature all kinds of magic - be it spells, creatures, or more. The game will also possibly feature Unforgivable Curses, having shown one of them.

Yet, the most alluring aspect of the game is the notion of Ancient Magic and how it ties into the main plotline of Hogwarts Legacy.

The official description for the State of Play Official Gameplay Reveal states:

The player character has a special connection to Ancient Magic, which they can supposedly sense and trigger. They will be researching the resurgence of the forgotten magic and who wishes to use it for nefarious means with Professor Eleazar Fig. The gameplay later showcases that the protagonist is possibly able to wield the power of the Ancient Magic.

The video mentions that the protagonist has "a unique ability to manipulate powerful ancient magic hidden in the wizarding world." Not much is known about exactly what this Ancient Magic will be in Hogwarts Legacy and how it is formulated within the wizarding world.

According to The Harry Potter Lexicon:

Further information includes:

The protagonist character also uses a "mysterious magic that even their professors don't understand" in combat. This will, at the very least, include the power to call forth a burst of blue lightning on a target and the perk of a short