Completing the side missions in Hogwarts Legacy offers players an engaging way to explore the outer regions of the magical world while earning unique rewards. Among these tasks, the quest titled A Thief in the Night requires players to assist the residents of Irondale by tracking down an elusive culprit. Successfully resolving this mystery demands keen observational skills and a strategic approach to tracking scattered valuables across the terrain.

Activating the Irondale Side Mission

To begin this specific adventure, players must travel to the Hamlet of Irondale located in the southern portion of the world map. Speak with the local vendor named Padraic Haggarty to learn about a mysterious robbery that occurred overnight. He explains that his family heirloom has been taken alongside a continuous trail of shiny galleons.

Before you can spot the evidence, you must ensure that the in-game time is set to night. If you arrive during the daytime, simply open your map menu and select the waiting option to advance the clock. Once darkness falls, casting Revelio near the vendor stand will illuminate the first set of stolen items glowing on the ground.

Tracking the Stolen Galleons Across the Landscape

The core challenge of this quest involves following the glittering path across the rocky hillsides and winding dirt roads. Each individual currency piece acts as a physical waypoint, guiding your avatar further away from the safety of the settlement. Utilizing your flying broom can speed up the traversal process, but staying close to the ground ensures you do not lose the trail.

As you venture deeper into the wilderness, the trail will lead you past several aggressive goblin camps and wild beast dens. It is highly recommended to cast disillusionment charms to remain undetected while scanning the environment for the next shiny objective. Maintaining a steady pace will prevent you from getting disoriented in the dark woods.

Confronting the Niffler and Securing the Loot

The glittering path ultimately terminates at a large structural camp filled with various shiny objects collected from around the region. Upon arriving at the destination, players will discover that the notorious thief is actually a wild Niffler hoarding treasure. To officially capture the creature, you must equip your Nab-Sack utility tool and complete the quick capture sequence.

After securing the magical beast, thoroughly search the surrounding nests to recover the specific heirloom belonging to the Haggarty family. You can also harvest additional gold pouches scattered around the immediate area to maximize your financial gains. Once everything has been gathered, use the Floo Flames network to quickly return to Irondale.

Returning the Heirloom and Completing the Quest

Speak with Padraic Haggarty once more to deliver the good news and return his valuable family possession. Players are presented with dialogue choices that allow them to freely return the item or demand an additional monetary reward for their labor. Fulfilling the task successfully grants valuable experience points and unlocks a unique cosmetic appearance item for your collection log.