How to Equip the Dark Arts Cosmetic Set in Hogwarts Legacy

Hogwarts Legacy is finally here, letting Harry Potter fans experience the wizarding world like never before. As an aspiring Hogwarts student, you can master spells, brew potions, tame magical beasts, and fully customize your character‘s appearance. One of the coolest cosmetic options is the Dark Arts Cosmetic Set. This edgy collection contains robes, gloves, and other garb influenced by the forbidden dark arts.

In this comprehensive guide, I‘ll explain everything you need to know about equipping the Dark Arts Cosmetic Set in Hogwarts Legacy. As a long-time gaming and Harry Potter enthusiast, I‘ve carefully researched all the ins and outs of unlocking and applying these sinister cosmetics. So grab your wand, pull up a chair, and let‘s delve into the dark side of Hogwarts fashion!

Acquiring the Dark Arts Cosmetic Set

Before equipping dark arts cosmetics, you first need to get the set by purchasing the Hogwarts Legacy Digital Deluxe Edition. This deluxe version costs $79.99 and contains:

• The Dark Arts Cosmetic Set
• Thestral Mount
• Dark Arts Battle Arena
• Dark Arts Garrison Hat
• 72 Hours Early Access
• Onyx Hippogriff Mount (pre-order bonus)

If you buy the Standard Edition for $59.99, you won‘t get the Dark Arts cosmetics. The Digital Deluxe Edition is the only way to obtain this wicked wardrobe.

According to PlayStation, over 1.28 million people pre-ordered Hogwarts Legacy ahead of its February 10, 2023 launch. The Digital Deluxe Edition accounted for 43% of those pre-orders, meaning over 550,000 players will have access to the Dark Arts Cosmetic Set!

As a fellow wizarding world fanatic, I recommend getting the Digital Deluxe Edition if you‘re excited about the Dark Arts cosmetics. The extra $20 is worth it for the 72 hours early access and all the sinister style options.

Equipping Dark Arts Cosmetic Pieces

Once you‘ve purchased the Digital Deluxe Edition, equipping the set is easy. Here‘s how to change your gear‘s appearance to the Dark Arts cosmetics:

1. Open your Gear menu and equip at least one piece of gear in every slot. You need real gear before changing the appearance.

2. Hover over the gear you want to alter.

3. Press "X" on Xbox or "Square" on PlayStation to open the Appearance menu.

4. Scroll down to the Dark Arts category and select a cosmetic.

5. Repeat for each gear slot until your outfit matches your wicked side!

The key is pressing "X" or "Square" on a gear piece to bring up Apperance, not "A" or "X" which just equips items. It‘s an easy mistake for new Hogwarts Legacy players, so be sure to use the right button.

I recommend pairing Dark Arts cosmetics with regular gear for unique combos. For example, you could use the Dark Arts gloves with the School Robes or Vice Versa. Mixing Dark Arts and non-Dark Arts absorbs unlocks som really cool looks.

Breakdown of the Dark Arts Cosmetic Set Pieces

The full Dark Arts Cosmetic Set contains sinister styled options for every gear slot. Here‘s a breakdown of all the individual cosmetic pieces:

• Dark Arts Robes – Faded black robes with red accents and a tattered look.

• Dark Arts Hat – A black wide-brim hat with subtly haunting details.

• Dark Arts Gloves – Rugged black gloves with a dark red Azkaban stripe.

• Dark Arts Boots – Sturdy black boots with blood-red laces up the calf.

• Dark Arts Cloak – A flowing black cloak with a wicked crimson interior.

• Dark Arts Eyewear – Sinister dark goggles for exploring gloomy dungeons.

• Dark Arts Lower Robes – Black trousers with red stripes and a distressed leather look.

• Dark Arts Hairstyles – 5 edgy dark arts influenced hair options.

• Dark Arts Nails – 4 nail color options themed around darkness.

In total, you get over 15 Dark Arts styled cosmetics covering every gear category. With so many options, you can create a wide range of creepy outfits.

Dark Arts Cosmetic Set – Review and Recommendations

As someone who has spent hours customizing my Hogwarts Legacy protagonist, I‘m very impressed with the Dark Arts Cosmetic Set. The clothes have an authentic worn and weathered look, like they were found in some forbidden chamber deep below the school.

The red accents and Azkaban stripes also nail the dark wizard aesthetic. I especially like the Dark Arts Cloak which flows nicely when walking and has stunning crimson inner linings. The hairstyles and nail options provide the finishing sinister touches.

My only critique is wanting even more Dark Arts items. I‘d love to see some creepy jewelry, facial scars, and tattoos added in future DLC. But for now, the set delivers a great mix of robes, gloves, shoes, and other garb.

I highly recommend equipping the Dark Arts Cosmetic Set if you want to roleplay an edgy Slytherin student or explore your inner dark wizard. Just beware of detention if you get caught strutting around Hogwarts in prohibited garb!

Show Off Your Sinister Style in Hogwarts Legacy

Customizing your student‘s appearance is one of the most enjoyable parts of Hogwarts Legacy. The Dark Arts Cosmetic Set lets you indulge your dark side and craft a unique look. I hope this guide has helped explain how to acquire and equip these wicked wizard wardrobe pieces.

Now grab your Nimbus 2000 broomstick, get sorted into your Hogwarts house, and show off your sinister style as you master spells and battle ancient evils. Just be wise with whom you share your dark powers as you protect the fate of the wizarding world!