Universal Orlando to introduce next-generation interactive wands, new wand experiences. See when

ORLANDO, Fla. – Universal Orlando Resort will be introducing second-generation interactive wands for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter starting March 1, according to a news release.

The wands, which will be available in four designs, will include light and haptic effects for the first time ever, the theme park said.

The second-generation wands will come in exclusive packaging marked with a wand burst icon and will include a spell map that outlines locations guests can practice magic, according to the release.

The Universal Orlando Resort App will allow wizards to “take their spellcasting to the next level” with new locations to cast spells within Hogsmeade at Universal Islands of Adventure, Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida and Place Cachée in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe once it opens, the release states.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Guest can connect the wand to Universal Play within the Universal Orlando Resort App for a more tailored engagement, including:

• Personalization – Guests can personalize their wizarding story by customizing their very own Wizard Profile where they can select their Wizard Name, Hogwarts House, Avatar and Patronus. While casting spells throughout The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, their select attributes will be integrated into the effects of their spellcasting – creating a personalized experience for each guest.

• Exclusive Adventures – Guests can explore exclusive adventures varying in level of expertise and completion time that will enhance their Wizarding Level and mastery of magic within The Wizarding World.

• House Points – Guests can earn points for their Hogwarts House with every spell and follow other witches and wizards to see where they square up on the Leaderboard. With each visit, guests will be able to keep track of their House Points and Wizarding Level progress, as well as Achievements and Spellwork through Universal Play. The higher the Wizarding Level, the more spells and adventures will be unlocked. Each day, a House Cup will be rewarded to the house that acquires the most House Points.

Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley

Five new interactive wand locations have been added throughout Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley, bringing the total number of wand magic locations to 30. New experiences include:

• The Duelling Club Tent – In Hogsmeade, guests can cast a spell to bring an abandoned dueling dummy to life and test their dueling spells ability.

• The Owl Post – In Hogsmeade, mischievous pixies dart across the window and hide behind packages as guests cast a spell to try and freeze them.

• Knockturn Alley Staircase – In Diagon Alley, guests must defend themselves by conjuring their patronus after a dementor emerges within the dimly lit staircase.

• Ariadne’s Spinners – In Diagon Alley, guests will need to cast a spell to repel spiders of all sizes before they take over the newspaper-covered glass windows.

• Knockturn Alley Sky – In Diagon Alley, guests can cast a spell into the nighttime sky to control a storm or counter-spell to calm the sky.

Guests can also enjoy enhancements to existing wand magic locations in both Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley with new visceral casting special effects, magical spellbooks that provide guidance at select locations, and more, the release said.

According to Universal Orlando, the second-generation interactive wands can be bought at Ollivanders Wand Shop in Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley, Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique in Place Cachée and various locations throughout Universal Orlando Resort.