If Hogwarts Legacy has left you a bit confused in battle, wondering what the difference is between an Ashwinder Assassin and an Ashwinder Executioner, this is a guide for you. We're going to break down all the repeatable enemies in Hogwarts Legacy, and how to take advantage of all their weaknesses. You'll need careful timing, but with practice you'll be clearing out Bandit Camps in no time.
All Enemies in Hogwarts Legacy and how to counter them
For the purposes of this guide, we are not including Infamous Foes. We're also not including enemies that you encounter on particular quests with generic descriptions, like Death's Shadows from Niamh Fitzgerald's Trial or Mannequins from Minding Your Own Business, the PS5 Exclusive quest.
All Dugbogs and their weaknesses in Hogwarts Legacy
There are three variations of Dugbogs in Hogwarts Legacy, the Stoneback Dugbog, the Great Spined Dugbog, and the Cottongrass Dugbog. They can all be found in environments that match their camouflage best, so they can sneak up on you.
Mechanically, all Dugbogs have the same weaknesses. The first occurs after they charge at you. If you dodge the lunge, then respond with Depulso or Flipendo, you can flip the Dugbog on its back. When a Dugbog opens its mouth to prepare an attack, you can cast Levioso to levitate the Dugbog by its tongue, and then Diffendo to slice the dangling Dugbog.
All Ashwinders and their weaknesses in Hogwarts Legacy
There are six different types of Ashwinder enemies. These enemies do operate differently, so we'll discuss them individually.
Ashwinder Scouts
Ashwinder Scouts are fairly generic enemies. They have no particular weaknesses, but are vulnerable to almost any spell that you can cast. They can not shield themselves, either.
Ashwinder Soldiers
These Dark wizard enemies can cast Protego, so pay attention to the color of their shield to break it. When Ashwinder Soldiers are preparing a curse, you can use Levioso to interrupt them, sending the curse at one of their own gang members.
Ashwinder Rangers
Ashwinder Rangers will attempt to cast Petrificus Totalus at you from a distance. Using Accio to bring them in closer can help to foil their plans.
Ashwinder Duelist
Similarly to Ashwinder Soldiers, Ashwinder Duelists can use shields and can cast a Reductor Curse at you, which can not be blocked by your own shield. Instead you should use Diffendo as they are readying this curse, to interrupt them and send the curse at another of your enemies.
Ashwinder Assasian
Ashwinder Assasians can summon Inferi to attack you. Your best bet is to keep focused on them, and defeat them before the dead are summoned. They will also occasionally cast the Reductor Curse at you, like Duelists. In this instance, use Depulso to send the curse at another of your enemies.
Ashwinder Executioner
These are some of the most powerful Ashwinder enemies you can encounter. Ashwinder Executioners have access to a lightning spell similar to your Thunderbrew potion. You have two options when they are readying this curse. If you cast Arresto Momentum, the lightning will be prolonged, and you can then use the opportunity to use force spells to throw other Ashwinders into the lightning. If you want to turn the tables on the Executioner, use Expelliarmus to throw the attack back at its caster.
Inferi and their weakness in Hogwarts Legacy
Inferi only come in one, skeletal, zombie-like form. They can only be damaged after they have been set ablaze by one of two spells, Incendio or Confringo. Bombarda can be used to interrupt an attacking Inferius as it raises its fists over you, but this spell will not set Inferi on fire.
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All Poacher Enemies and their weaknesses in Hogwarts Legacy
Like Ashwinders, there are six different types of Poacher enemies you can encounter. They all have their own particular weaknesses.
Poacher Tracker
Poacher Trackers are pretty equivalent to Ashwinder Scouts. They have no access to shield charms, and are vulnerable to almost all of the spells you have access to.
Poacher Ranger
Here again, Poacher Rangers are very similar to Ashwinder Rangers. Instead of Petrificus Totalus, they will cast Levioso at you. The simplest way to take them down is to pull them in close with Accio, then follow-up attack.
Poacher Stalker
Poacher Stalkers can use shields to protect themselves. There is also an opportunity to counter the Blasting curse they throw at you, by casting Glacius at them while they are readying the curse.
Poacher Duelist
These enemies are very similar to Ashwinder Duelists. In fact, Poacher Duelists have the same weakness, which is casting Diffendo to interrupt their Reductor curse. This will send it flying at another Poacher enemy.
Poacher Executioner
Poacher Executioners are, once again, similar to their Ashwinder counterparts. Instead of lightning, they will summon columns of fire. You can take advantage of this spell in the same way, though. Cast Expelliarmus to flip the spell back at it's caster, or use Arresto Momentum to prolong the fire, which you can then use as a natural hazard against other enemies you may be fighting.
Poacher Animagus
These enemies are a bit more unique. Poacher Animagi can all transform into wolves. You must weaken them to force them back into human form before they can be defeated. Using the Transformation Spell can revert them back to human form instantly, however. While in human form, they can also cast a Reductor curse at you. Use Depulso to interrupt this and send the curse flying at another Poacher.
All Loyalist Enemies and their weaknesses in Hogwarts Legacy
There are five different kinds of Loyalist Goblins you can encounter in Hogwarts Legacy. Like Ashwinders and Poachers, they all fall into different roles, and have separate weaknesses you can exploit.
Loyalist Warrior
Loyalist Warriors are your generic enemies. They do hold weapons, so using Expelliarmus to disarm them can be to your advantage.
Loyalist Ranger
Instead of attacking you with spells, Loyalist Rangers will attempt to to attack you with crossbow bolts. You can use your Ancient Magic Throw to snatch the bolt away from a Ranger while it is readying its attack, then throw it back at them. You can also use Accio to pull them in close and take away their natural advantage.
Loyalist Assassin
Loyalist Assassins use a special charged attack that can not be deflected with a shield. You can either dodge it, or you can cast Arresto Momentum to counter it, then follow-up attack.
Loyalist Commander
Loyalist Commanders wield hammers against you. When they leap up to attack you, you can use Descendo to slam them to the ground. Be careful as they also have a Ancient Magic ranged attack they can use against you. Accio is your best bet, here.
Loyalist Sentinel
These Goblins are the true leaders of the pack. Loyalist Sentinels can use Ancient Magic to strengthen their comrades. While they are readying this boost, if you cast Bombarda at them, it will not only interrupt the spell, but damage the Sentinel and the Goblins it was meant to strengthen.
All Spiders and their weaknesses in Hogwarts Legacy
There are two main varieties of Spiders, Thornback and Venomous. The main difference is obvious. Venomous spiders will poison you if they successfully hit you, dealing damage over time. Thornbacks will not. Using a Wiggenweld Potion will cure the poison, as well as restore your HP. Otherwise, Spider varieties fight in the same manner and have the same weaknesses.
Hatchlings
Hatchlings are weak individually, but are frequently encountered in swarms that can overwhelm you. You can blast them away with your Basic cast, or they can be damaged when they attempt to strike you, but you counter with Protego.
Shooters
Thornback and Venomous Shooters are both ranged attackers that spit venom at you, though apparently the Thornback's venom isn't poisonous. While they are preparing to spit, you can use Incendio or Confringo to light them on fire.
Scurriours
Scurriours will burrow into the ground and attack you from below. If you use Flipendo when they begin to dig, you can rip them out of the ground, then follow-up attack. Once the spider is low on health, using Incendio or Conringo can light it on fire. Once a spider is ignited, you can follow-up with basic casts to even make them explode.
Ambushers
These are another version of ranged attackers. Instead of spitting venom, they shoot webs at you. Your best bet is to use Levioso to lift them off the ground an expose their underside, which can be exploited by follow-up attacks.
Matriarchs and Acromantulas
These are the largest of spiders. Frequently, their attacks will tear right through a Protego Charm. Acromantulas behave the same way as Matriarchs, they just tend to have more health. When they rise on their back legs to strike, you'll have a small window of opportunity to use Descendo to bury their head into the ground.
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All Trolls and their weaknesses in Hogwarts Legacy
There are six types of Trolls. They are Forest Trolls, Mountain Trolls, River Trolls, Armoured Trolls, Fighter Trolls, and Fortified Trolls. There is actually not much difference between fighting any of these types of Trolls. You have two main opportunities to counterstrike them.
If you dodge and use Protego correctly during a Troll's club swing attack pattern, you'll have an opportunity to use Flipendo to flip the Troll's club into its face. If you use Protego when a Troll throws a boulder at you, you'll have a short window of opportunity to use your Ancient Magic Throw to send the Troll's boulder back at him and do significant follow-up damage.
All Mongrels and their weaknesses in Hogwarts Legacy
There are really only two types of Mongrels in Hogwarts Legacy, Mongrels and Dark Mongrels. Where Dark Mongrels can be found specifically in Battle Arenas and Mongrel Dens, regular Mongrels tend to spawn randomly in the wild in areas like the Forbidden Forest. They both attack you in the same fashion.
If you use Depulso as a Mongrel is charging in at you, you'll be able to repel it and do extra damage with follow up attacks.
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Published: Mar 6, 2023 10:19 am