Witches and wizards have long been known to get around on broomsticks, but that doesn’t mean players can’t take to the skies in style with Hogwarts Legacy‘s best brooms. Naturally, these magical household items all share the same general shape and structure, but with unique decor and detailing, some stand out as better-looking than others. Every player, regardless of their taste, can find the perfect accessory with which to take flight in the Harry Potter prequel – especially if they keep their eyes peeled for the best brooms in Hogwarts Legacy.
Though broomsticks vary drastically in price from free to 6,000 Galleons, they each come with the same base level of performance. Instead of purchasing models with higher stats or special perks, students can only upgrade their brooms in Hogwarts Legacyby completing a number of challenges. Thus, with flight speed and other qualities out of the question, the decision purely comes down to personal preferences and style. But if players want to be the coolest on the Quidditch pitch, owning one (or more) of the best brooms in Hogwarts Legacy will certainly help them achieve that goal.
13 Yew Weaver
The main advantage for the Yew Weaver is that it’s an easy Hogwarts Legacy broom to buy, available from Spintwitches Sporting Needs in Hogsmeade. For only 600 galleons, this broom is sure to get the job done, but it’s unlikely to be a major draw for players otherwise. A corkscrew twist in the wood toward the end of the handle provides the main flair here for a broom that is otherwise a mostly practical affair. None of the Hogwarts Legacy brooms are outright bad, but the Yew Weaver is one that just doesn’t stand out.
12 Moon Trimmer
The shaping of the Moon Trimmer broom in Hogwarts Legacy might be even simpler than the Yew Weaver, but the broom makes up for it by accessorizing. Pouches near the tail showcase the space for some necessities, although these are cosmetic features that don’t increase inventory space in Hogwarts Legacy. A lantern hanging from the other end makes this the kind of broom aesthetically suited to students who like to sneak out on the Hogwarts grounds at night.
11 Wind Wisp
The Wind Wisp broom features a similar hanging lantern to the Moon Trimmer, but makes for a better Hogwarts Legacy broom thanks to its increased comfort. The shaped seat here would no doubt make a big difference on long flights, and it works as part of a generally interesting silhouette. The Wind Wisp is still an overall basic design that can’t reach the level of the best brooms in Hogwarts Legacy, but as a broom available from Spintwitches, it still makes for a solid beginner’s choice.
10 Ember Dash
The Ember Dash is one of the starting options, but its fiery motif isn’t enough to make it a strong contender for best broom in Hogwarts Legacy. As its name would imply, the bristles of the broom are imbued with embers, which give it a warm flair. It’s otherwise simple in design, with silver detailing and a couple of dangling accessories, but this allows the star of the show to shine (or rather, flicker).
The Ember Dash is a prime choice for Gryffindor students wanting to show off their House’s element of fire, even if Headmaster Black canceling Quidditch means they won’t get to take it out on the pitch. Witches and wizards from other Houses will look equally natural on this broom if they have a fiery attitude to sell.
9 Lickety Swift
The Lickety Swift broom in Hogwarts Legacy is much more practical than the Ember Dash, as it’s missing the flaming bristles and instead features a quaint picnic basket on the back of the broomstick. Although it sadly isn’t possible to use this as extra storage, it certainly makes sense from a roleplaying standpoint. Plus, with a large, comfortable seat, players can rest assured that their character is flying through the air not only in style, but also in comfort.
8 Aeromancer
The Aeromancer is a thematically sound Hogwarts Legacy broom for students with a predisposition for potion-brewing. Its short black bristles, slightly crooked shape, and small silver cauldron hanging from the front make it look like something that Professor Sharp would use. It’s a shame that the Aeromancer can’t be used to make Hogwarts Legacy‘s best combat potions on the go, but it’s a fun way for players to show off their favorite subject while they “cut through the air like a potioneer slicing ingredients.“
7 Family Antique
The Family Antique broom certainly lives up to its name with a look that’s undoubtedly dated, even for the 1890s. This broomstick features disheveled black bristles, a dark, crooked handle, and a seat that’s barely there. It probably isn’t the most comfortable choice, but its simplicity makes it a novel broom choice in Hogwarts Legacy regardless. Plus, its dark color scheme and twisted features make it an intuitive choice for Slytherin students or those who use the Unforgivable Curses.
6 Night Dancer
The Night Dancer broom is more refined than the Family Antique broom, but it still possesses a slight tinge of the macabre befitting any player who chooses Hogwarts Legacy‘s dark wizard path. Its long black bristles are adorned with metal bands, which keep the broom looking sleek and calculated, but the cushioned blue seat also gives it a regal flair reminiscent of the Ravenclaw House. Whether students choose to become evil or stick to the path of light, the Night Dancer broom will announce their status as a witch or wizard who’s superior to their peers.
5 Sky Scythe
The Sky Scythe is one of the best Hogwarts Legacy brooms thanks to its eccentric style. Forest green bristles streaked with black make this broomstick stand out from the rest of the options, which sport neutral-colored bristles. Meanwhile, the handle is covered in intricate detailing, such as red and silver grooves carved into the wood, a striking yellow seat, and even a bowed tip. The precise curves and bold color choices make the Sky Scythe is equally eye-catching from up close as it is from down below.
4 Hogwarts House Broom
Although the Hogwarts House broom is rather plain in its design, it’s still one of Hogwarts Legacy‘s best brooms because it’s the only model that allows players to show off their House spirit. The colors and emblem at the base of the handle, alongside the two long ribbons, will change in accordance with whichever faction the protagonist chose at the start of the game.
It’s a simple touch, but students who strongly identify with their House’s values or traits will find that the Hogwarts House broom is a gratifying choice. Plus, it’s even available as one of the starter brooms in Spintwitches Sporting Needs.
3 Wild Fire
The Wild Fire model is quite similar to the Ember Dash, but it takes its fiery intensity a step further, making it one of the best choices in Hogwarts Legacy when it comes to brooms. Instead of lightly smoldering, the bristles on this broomstick are actually ablaze, which is apparent from the blue flames that occasionally peek out from in between. The twisted, asymmetrical handle of the Wild Fire broom stands out as more raw and natural-looking than other models, and the glowing orb at the tip even adds an extra touch of magic.
2 Silver Arrow
For those who are familiar with Harry Potter lore, the Silver Arrow broom may ring a bell. This model is famous for being the fastest of its time, even being the direct predecessor to the more modern Cleansweep series, a detail that helps keep Hogwarts Legacy‘s flying brooms canon with its source material. While it might not be as recognizable as Harry’s Firebolt or Nimbus 2000, it’s bound to make wizarding world lore buffs smile.
Not only is the Silver Arrow broom significant to the main series, but it’s also one of the best-looking brooms in the game. The long, blonde bristles give it an air of refinement, but the gunmetal detailing simultaneously grants it some edge. Its design is much sleeker than that of other broomsticks, and to top it all off, the sharp, angled stick that juts out of the base truly makes its silhouette one-of-a-kind.
1 Bright Spark
Hogwarts Legacy‘s best broom is the Bright Spark model, though. Players can already get a taste of the stars by finding and solving Hogwarts Legacy‘s astronomy tables, but this broomstick allows them to truly get in touch with the night sky.
Bright Spark features two glowing stars which dangle from the top of the handle, illuminating the path before it and even leaving a trail of golden stardust in its wake. Plus, the curved features add to its whimsical nature, making it the perfect choice for curious astronomers or anyone who’s reaching for the stars. With such qualities, it’s no surprise that the Bright Spark is the best broom in Hogwarts Legacy.
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