The Witcher Season 3's Biggest Character Blunder Exposed - Part 2 Promises Even Greater Consequences
The Witcher Season 3 disappoints by failing to unite Geralt, Ciri, and Yennefer sufficiently in Part 1, and the upcoming Part 2 seems to continue this trend of separating them, further frustrating fans
Despite fans' anticipation to witness Henry Cavill's final portrayal of Geralt of Rivia, The Witcher Season 3 Part 1 repeats a recurring mistake involving a certain character, and unfortunately, Part 2 appears poised to exacerbate this issue further. The majority of Season 3 takes its inspiration from the second installment of The Witcher series, Time of Contempt, written by Andrzej Sapkowski (which, if counting the short-story anthologies, is the fourth book). Additionally, it incorporates elements from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt video game. Throughout the season, Geralt and Yennefer dedicate most of their time to shielding Ciri from various malevolent forces seeking to exploit her formidable Elder Blood.
As the Continent plunges into political turmoil, Geralt, Yennefer, and Ciri embark on a quest to find a secure refuge. Simultaneously, Philippa and Dijkstra conspire against Vizimir, the Brotherhood endeavors to halt the advancing forces of Nilfgaard, Jaskier makes his own secretive arrangements, and amidst a backdrop of deceptive plots and machinations, the Wild Hunt, a group of Elves from a dimension yet untamed by humans, relentlessly pursues Ciri in order to preserve their world. Sadly, despite Part 1 concluding on a thrilling cliffhanger involving Ciri and the mysterious White Flame, Part 2 appears destined to suffer from the same flaw that prevented Part 1 from achieving greatness.
The Witcher Season 3, Part 1 Didn't Have Geralt, Ciri & Yennefer All Together Enough
In The Witcher Season 3, Part 1, the first episode brings Geralt, Ciri, and Yennefer together, but the rest of the season separates them. Yennefer is tasked with bringing Ciri to Aretuza, while Geralt hunts down Rience and the rogue mage controlling him. This decision undermines the build-up of their family dynamic and disappoints fans who have been eagerly anticipating their relationships. The separation feels like a step backward after everything they endured to reunite. Additionally, the domestic scenes involving the trio feel less justified, especially considering Yennefer's betrayal in season 2. Despite the twists and story reveals, this approach detracts from the strong chemistry among the three main characters.
The Witcher Season 3, Part 2 Looks Like It Will Separate Geralt, Ciri & Yennefer Again
In The Witcher Season 3 Part 2, Geralt, Ciri, and Yennefer continue their separate journeys. Ciri, due to the threat against her, is often kept hidden and left out of important events, hindering her character development. The events of Part 1 concluded with Geralt and Yennefer involved in the Thanedd Coup while Ciri was with Jaskier. This means that the family unit will remain apart for the time being. Ciri may have to face her biggest battle alone, without the protection of her guardians, against the White Flame. With only three episodes remaining in The Witcher Season 3, fans hope to see Geralt and Yennefer finding Ciri first and the trio reuniting for a satisfying conclusion, especially considering this may be Cavill's final appearance.
