Choosing characters to reprise in future installments can be one of the more difficult decisions narrative-wise for gaming franchises.Hogwarts Legacy 2faces several tough choices in this aspect, regardless of where Warner Bros decides to place the sequel on the timeline. Not much is known about the developer’s vision for the plot, but a question that takes priority for obvious reasons is what happens toHogwarts Legacy’s fourth-year protagonist. Along the same lines, the role of crucial supporting characters like Sebastian Sallow is still up in the air, with little concrete information about the sequel available to the public. If a follow-up game does materialize, as all indications hint at, there are arguments for and against reprising the Slytherin wizard.
There were several captivating storylines inHogwarts Legacy’s groundbreaking debut; from freeing captured dragons on the main trail of Ranrok’s goblin uprising to bonding with fellow students in lectures at the iconic school of wizarding and witchcraft, there was hardly a shortage of entertainment. However, in terms of character building, few compare in terms of sheer magnitude to Sebastian Sallow’s arch, as his obsession with restoring his sister to good health played an instrumental role in spellcasting techniques. His story ended in tragedy, and depending on players' choices, he could be expelled from the school or keep his studentship – both of which have implications for the next chapter inHogwarts Legacy’s tale.
Sebastian’s Dynamism Puts Hogwarts Legacy 2 at a Crossroads
The Case Against Sebastian Sallow Returning to Hogwarts Legacy
Harry Potter’s plot is deeply immersed in light overcoming darkness and evil paying for their crimes. In line with these tenets, it wouldn’t be out of place for the developer toconsign Sebastian’s character to Azkaban, thus finishing the arc that his expulsion started. While this could be a platform for his rise as an evil overlord through a jailbreak, the possibility is rather far-fetched given the prison’s near-impregnable reputation.
As such, Sebastian has little reason to appear inHogwarts Legacy’s sequel if he’s serving time for his actions, apart from a few salutes to his persona, which could come via the occasional letter checking on the protagonist’s wellbeing. One of the areas of criticismHogwarts Legacyendured was the perceived leniency towards theuse of the Dark Arts, with only Solomon Sallow exhibiting a visceral reaction to its use in his presence. Warner Bros could correct this oversight by making Sebastian a person of the past.
In terms of the overarching story, the option of Sebastian facing punishment for his shortcomings means that his arc has already come full circle. While the developer could decide to bring back the Voldemort trope and crown him the next high-profilevillain in theHarry Potterfranchise, it could also let sleeping dogs lie and ply a unique path for the sequel.
The Case for Sebastian Sallow’s Inclusion in Hogwarts Legacy’s Sequel
Morally speaking, it would be correct for Avalanche Software to flip the page on Sebastian since he killed his uncle using an Unforgivable Curse. However, the case for his exclusion from the franchise’s future isn’t so cut and dry. Sebastian directly influencesHogwarts Legacy’s protagonist’s skills in combat, fromintroducing players to the Battle Arena to learning Unforgivable Curses. Apart from his unofficial tutelage role, he’s also a close confidant, which makes removing him entirely from the sequel a decision in poor taste. Whether as a prisoner in Azkaban or a closeted criminal, one could argue Sebastian has yet another key role to play inHogwarts Legacy’s follow-up title.
Beyond mere appearance, there’s room for more story development where the Slytherin wizard is concerned. He has already proven himself to be a stereotypical “end justifies the means” character, which lines up with quite a few of thedarkerHarry Potterfigures. The path to him becoming an 1800s-styled Voldemort is almost linear, whether he pays for his crimes through his expulsion or escapes punishment. Despite his remorse over killing his uncle, he notably doesn’t regret any of his choices that led up to the fateful act, so it stands to reason that he would make an excellent villain in the sequel and future games. That’s one thing theHarry Potterfranchise needs to thrive, and it would be a disappointment for many if the developer were to pass over the obvious choice.
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Hogwarts Legacy is an immersive, open-world action RPG set in the world first introduced in the Harry Potter books. For the first time, experience Hogwarts in the 1800s. Your character is a student who holds the key to an ancient secret that threatens to tear the wizarding world apart. Now you can take control of the action and be at the center of your own adventure in the wizarding world. Your legacy is what you make of it.Explore an Open WorldThe wizarding world awaits you. Freely roam Hogwarts, Hogsmeade, the Forbidden Forest, and the surrounding Overland area.Be the Witch or Wizard You Want to beLearn spells, brew potions, grow plants, and tend to magical beasts along your journey. Get sorted into your house, forge relationships, and master skills to become the witch or wizard you want to be Experience a New Wizarding World AdventureExperience the wizarding world in an unexplored era to uncover a hidden truth from its past. Battle against trolls, Dark Wizards, goblins, and more as you face a dangerous villain threatening the fate of the wizarding world.
