Yes, you should steal the Fwooper Feather in Hogwarts Legacy, as it results in a fun interaction between you and Gareth Weasley.

However, stealing the Fwooper Feather for Gareth Weasley does not affect the outcome of the potions class or which of Hogwarts Legacy’s multiple endings you get. So, it, therefore, does not matter if you steal it or not.

If you don’t want to be told off by Professor Sharp at the end of the class, then do not steal it. However, being told off doesn’t affect your character or the story, so don’t worry if you steal the feather.

Additionally, as Gareth Weasley is not one of the many companions in Hogwarts Legacy, if you refuse his request, you will still get access to his other quests later on.

There are minor differences in events depending on if you steal the Fwooper Feather or not, which you can learn all about below.

Gareth Weasley brewing a potion in Hogwarts Legacy

What Happens if You Get the Fwooper Feather for Gareth Weasley in Hogwarts Legacy?

If you choose to steal the Fwooper Feather for Gareth Weasley, he will be extremely grateful and begin making his potion. However, it will end in disaster and annoy Professor Sharp.

Professor Sharp will then accuse you of helping Gareth, to which you can either admit responsibility or not.

However, regardless of whether you choose to take responsibility or not, the conversation ends the same. Neither choice affects the story or your relationships with any character.

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Gareth Weasley's positive reaction to getting the Fwooper Feather in Hogwarts Legacy

Here is how Professor Sharp reacts depending on if you take responsibility for helping Gareth steal the Fwooper Feather:

  • Answer #1: I’m sorry about that.
    • Professor Sharp will respond with: “Taking responsibility for one’s actions does go a long way with me. I shall assume that you’ve learnt a lesson.”
  • Answer #2: I don’t know what you mean.
    • Professor Sharp will respond with: “You will not earn favor with me by failing to take responsibility for your actions. I suggest you heed my warning.”
Professor Sharp telling the player off in Hogwarts Legacy
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What Happens if You Don’t Get the Fwooper Feather for Gareth Weasley in Hogwarts Legacy?

If you choose not to get the Fwooper Feather for Gareth, he tells you he’ll sort something else out and gets the feather anyway.

He still makes his disastrous potion, and Professor Sharp will be annoyed but will not suspect your involvement. At the end of class, he praises you for staying on task and not helping Gareth.

It is worth noting that you can still steal the Fwooper Feather from Professor Sharps’ office without consequence. So it is recommended you take it to use in future recipes.

You’ll likely need the feather in the future to help you craft powerful potions to use against enemies when attempting to solve every Merlin Trial in Hogwarts Legacy.

Professor Sharp praising the player in Hogwarts Legacy
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How to Get the Fwooper Feather for Gareth Weasley in Hogwarts Legacy

To steal the Fwooper Feather for Gareth Weasley, head through the door behind him and turn right. Take the giant purple feather on the chest of drawers.

Finally, talk to Gareth, who has returned to his potions table. You will then hand over the feather in a cutscene.

the player stealing a Fwooper Feather from Professor Sharp in Hogwarts Legacy
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