Summary
With the release ofHogwarts Legacy, players are able to revel in the blossoming magic set in the world of Harry Potter, and all it encompasses. From roaming the world to practicing magic, perhaps some of the greatest interactive elements are being able to roam freely on a broomstick and encounter magical creatures like Snidgets. Unfortunately,Quidditch isn’t available for players within the gamedespite being a staple of the franchise. For those unfamiliar with the name, Quidditch is a rather extravagant sport that is essentially a mixture of magic and football, where seekers are set on the field to capture the notorious Golden Snitch - though that wasn’t always the case.
Once players step into the enchanting world of wizards, they’ll quickly find themselves surrounded by a magical menagerie of fantastic creatures. Players first meet Poppy Sweeting, a fifth-year Hufflepuff student fascinated and enamored by magical creatures, during their first Beast Class by Professor Howin. A series of quests arise from that point, centreing around the protection, conservation and rescue of magical creatures. Whether it’stending to the care of Hippogriffsor assisting Bowtruckles in their arboreal homes, there’s no shortage of magical creature encounters and adventures awaiting players in the enchanting world ofHogwarts Legacy, and Snidgets are one of the most important in the series' lore.
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What Are Snidgets In Harry Potter?
Before theGolden Snitchtook center stage as the coveted prize in Quidditch, the magical sport’s focus was on capturing a fascinating and elusive creature called the Golden Snidget. These rather small, shimmering birds possess wings with the remarkable ability to rotate a full 360 degrees, allowing them to fly in any direction. Snidgets are completely round, covered in golden feathers, and have a long, slender beak with very tiny legs. Its eyes shone bright red, and thanks to its wings, it could zip around with incredible agility and speed in any direction.
Why Snidgets Were on The Brink Of Extinction
However, as the popularity of Quidditch soared, there arose protests from those with tender hearts who decried the barbaric treatment of these birds. Despite the compassionate objections, the tradition of using Snidgets in the sport persisted, leading to a tragic decline in their numbers. They were on the brink of extinction, and their preservation became a pressing concern. In response, Elfrida Clagg, the former Chief of the Wizards' Council, recognized the need for their protection, leading to the eventual classification of the Golden Snidget as an endangered species. To replace these cherished creatures, the now-legendary Golden Snitch was introduced to Quidditch, incorporating the magical qualities of the Snidget without endangering its existence. InHogwarts Legacy, players have the chance to see the fragile birds up close and personal.
Saving Harry Potter’s Snidgets
In the magical world ofHogwarts Legacy, there’s quite the enigma surrounding the Golden Snidgets. Many believe they’ve vanished from existence. In the quest, “A Bird in The Hand,” players assist Poppy, who forms an alliance with the wise centaur Dorran to embark on a mission to locate and safeguard these elusive creatures. Poppy’s suspicion leads her to believe that the extremely rare Golden Snigets might be concealed within a mysterious sanctuary, prompting an investigation. Along the way, players must battle plentiful poachers who launch a surprise ambush.
These rare Golden Snidgets truly hold a significant place in the history of theHarry Potteruniverse, as their presence paved the way for the evolution of the beloved wizarding sport, Quidditch. It is rather fitting that they appear once again inHogwarts Legacy, as their return highlights the enduring peril faced by these beautiful yet fragile birds. With the upcoming release of the nextHarry Pottergame, a multiplayer title calledHarry Potter: Quidditch Champions, now is the perfect time to revisit the rather tragic history of the Snidgets.
