Hogwarts Legacy: How important is the type of wood and core of your wand?

Hogwarts Legacy is the game Harry Potter fans have been waiting for. A fully detailed and realized world of magic just waiting to be discovered. Like every young wizard, you too should buy yourself a trusty wand from Ollivanders. But all the different types of wood, shapes, lengths and cores make players wonder just how important wand core and wood type are in Hogwarts Legacy.

Do wood types and wand cores matter in Hogwarts Legacy?

Just like Harry did on his first visit to Ollivander, you too will try several wands without success until Ollivander hands you the perfect one. This wand will be randomly selected and here you can either stick with Ollivander’s choice or make your own wand. Keep in mind that any choice you make regarding the wand core and wood is purely cosmetic and does not affect the spells you cast in Hogwarts Legacy in any way. Players get the chance to make a wand that fits their style and aesthetic perfectly. The style and look options are virtually limitless, with 24 different wand styles and 38 woods to choose from. The final choice will be the core of the wand, where you can choose from the following three: Dragon Heart String,

While it doesn’t affect your abilities in any way, these options allow fans to play as their favorite witches and wizards from the world of Harry Potter. Keep in mind that once you decide on your wand, you won’t be able to change it unless you start the game as a new character. Those who want to improve the look of their wands after leaving Ollivanders can search the open world for 42 different wand handles that will give your wand an extra charm.

That’s all you need to know about wands in Hogwarts Legacy. Check out the Hogwarts wiki and other gamer setup guides for all things wizards.