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Crunchyroll’s most sensational anime of the year, Solo Leveling, is finally returning with its long-awaited Season 2, set to premiere on January 4, 2025. Solo Leveling undoubtedly had one of the most hyped and anticipated animation debuts in recent memory.

Sung Jinwoo in Season 2 trailer | Credits: A-1 Pictures

Building on its success as an early hit in the Winter 2024 anime season, a second wave of episodes was greenlit, continuing the adaptation of Chugong’s South Korean fantasy novels. Despite its controversial debut, Season 1 lived up to fans’ expectations, captivating several fans to the series.

Despite some viewers feeling the first season of Solo Leveling fell short due to high expectations, the adaptation has redefined the shonen genre and boosted the Korean manhwa industry.

How Solo Leveling revolutionized manhwa adaptations

Solo Leveling has continued to reign as a top-tier manhwa and its anime adaptation is already dominating the internet buzz. The show’s...

J.K. Rowling’s mesmerizing Harry Potter series, renowned for its magical charm and coming-of-age adventure, might not be the first thing that pops into your mind when considering horror. Yet, with its rich lore and unsettling elements, there seems to be untapped potential for transformation into standalone sinister films.

A still from J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter adaptations | image: Warner Bros.

From the unsettling effects of Legilimency to the soul-sucking terror of Dementors, Warner Bros. appears to be sitting on a gold mine of terrifying plots that could easily be turned into thrillers. So delve into the spine-tingling elements from your familiar Wizarding World and experience the realm of nightmares and fear.

1. The Paranoia of Legilimency and Memory Charm

Imagine a world where the line between reality and illusion is so thin, that it shatters the very fabric of sanity. Doesn’t it sound like the next best thriller similar to Shutter Island?...

Leveling up in Harry Potter: Magic Awakened does not have an easy shortcut. This is partially because there are multiple ways of leveling up in the game, including the player’s level, their spellbook level, and the individual levels of the cards. However, there are methods to ensure all of these levels are improving with a few tricks and tips.

Harry Potter: Magic Awakened takes place in the years following the Battle of Hogwarts. The player has started their journey to Hogwarts, gotten sorted into a House, and made new friends. This journey will involve learning new spells, creating better decks, and improving the player’s overall level throughout the course of the game.

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Leveling Up in Harry Potter: Magic Awakened

The first way players will level up in Harry Potter: Magic Awakened is by improving their spellbook level.

Hogwarts Legacy is based on the Wizarding World universe created by J.K. Rowling. You can read more about Rowling’s history of transphobic remarks as well as find resources to support LGBTQ organizations here.

Much of the fun of Hogwarts Legacy comes from building your own character and shaping your Hogwarts adventure. While the game is certainly not strict when it comes to needing to optimize your character’s build (this isn’t Elden Ring), you’d be surprised by how much fun you can have with the game’s Talent system.

Anyone looking for a few new builds can find them at the bottom of this article. For everyone else, here are a few things you need to know about how the Talent and character building system in Hogwarts Legacy works.

When Do You Unlock Talents in Hogwarts Legacy?

In order to access Hogwarts Legacy‘s Talent system, you...