Basic Cast is the first spell players learn while playing Hogwarts Legacy. It is 1 of 8 Essential spells and is a staple for Wizarding combat.
Spell Info
- Basic Cast can be chained 4 times in a row with the last spell dealing significantly more damage
- Interrupting the 4-spell chain will start the next Basic Cast chain at the first spell in the chain
- This spell is great for building Ancient Magic Meter by increasing combo count to drop Ancient Magic Meter bits every 10 spells
- This spell cannot break through enemy shields
- Can be used to destroy Moonstone deposits
- Used to unlock door locks during puzzle sections in Hogwarts Legacy
Talent Synergies
Talents let you further customize your combat style by enhancing specific spells in Hogwarts Legacy. Use the talents below to further enhance your use of Basic Cast.
Basic Cast Mastery
Reduce the cooldown of all spells while casting this spell. Great for spells with exceptionally long cooldown timers.
Basic Cast Airborne Absorption
Build your Ancient Magic Meter faster by casting Basic Cast on airborne enemies. Use Levioso, Accio, Arresto Momentum, or Flipendo to send enemies airborne.
Trait Synergies
Traits are extra enhancements that you can weave into each of your 6 pieces of Gear: Handwear, Facewear, Headwear, Neckwear, Cloaks and Robes, Outfit. Use the following traits on your pieces of Gear to get the most out of Basic Cast.
Ancient Magic Focus I, Ancient Magic Focus II, and Ancient Magic Focus III
Significantly increase Ancient Magic Meter fill rate.
Spell Combos
Hogwarts Legacy gives players plenty of spells to use for combat. Learn these spells combos that include Basic Cast for extra benefits.
Levioso -> Basic Cast -> Accio -> Basic Cast
Perform this 10-spell combo to defeat enemies and build up significant amounts of Ancient Magic Meter. Start by lifting an enemy up with Levioso, then cast Basic Cast 4 times, then use Accio to pull the enemy back, and last, cast Basic Cast 4 more times.
Crucio (Mastery) -> Basic Cast -> Avada Kevadra (Mastery)
Use this combo for maximum killing potential. Find the highest health target in a group of enemies and cast Crucio. Then spread curses to all other enemies by casting Basic Cast on the enemy with Crucio. Last, cast Avada Kevadra on any cursed enemy to kill all enemies with the curse.