Alohomora is among the most handy spells in Hogwarts Legacy. It lets players pry open doors to hidden rooms filled with loot, unlock entire locations, and chart quicker routes through the map. This guide explains how to learn the Alohomora spell and how to upgrade it for greater access and speed.
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The Alohomora spell primarily aids in locating collectibles and rare gear, accessing certain Hogwarts locations, and enabling a fast, seamless exploration of the open world. It is wise to learn it early, as with many game mechanics, Alohomora unlocks as the main story progresses.
How do you learn the Alohomora spell and open level 1 locks?
Players encounter the spell during a main storyline mission titled “The Warden’s Complaint to the Moon.” This is part of a global quest named “Get Ready to Find the Last Caretaker.” The player should seek out the Hogwarts janitor, Gladwyn Moon, and follow the objective there.
The task requires locating two demimask statues hidden within closed rooms of Hogwarts, reportedly placed by someone who mocks Moon with creatures he fears. These moon statues must be collected at night, since daytime moments leave the moon in the statues unlit and the collect button inactive.
The statues that Moon requests are in restricted sections of Hogwarts. The janitor will instruct the hero in Alohomora, enabling the opening of first level locks. The spell itself does not consume a slot, so it does not have to be kept active in the hotbar. When facing a locked door, simply approach and press the interact button (E on keyboard or X on gamepad). Locks that can be broken are highlighted by the Revelio spell.
After finishing the quest, Moon informs the player that Gladwyn is open to teaching more advanced forms of Alohomora, provided enough demimask statues are brought. Enhanced versions allow access to second and third level locks.
Opening locks with Alohomora
With the spell learned, interacting with a locked mechanism triggers a mini-game. The goal is to rotate the inner and outer knobs until the color-coded locking elements buzz and settle into smooth motion. If a gamepad is used, control the dials with the analog sticks; on a keyboard, use Q, E, A, and D to turn the dials.
Pay attention to the sounds and subtle movements of the parts, as the correct opening can hinge on a small adjustment. Begin with broad sweeps of the sticks and gradually tighten the rotation until the mechanism aligns perfectly.
While exploring chests and opening locks, remember to manage inventory. Selling unused gear to merchants helps keep the inventory lean, and destroying items does not yield cash.
Note: the adventure emphasizes exploration and collection as a core part of the experience, with Alohomora acting as a key enabler for accessing restricted areas and hidden caches within Hogwarts.