The Witcher's Shocking Twist: How Ciri's Darkest Decision Spells Doom for Henry Cavill's Departure!

WARNING: This article contains SPOILERS for The Witcher season 3, part 2.

Summary

In The Witcher season 3, Ciri undergoes a pivotal moment that paves the way for a contested trajectory in her character's development. Despite Geralt's cautionary advice regarding the repercussions of taking a life, Ciri's inaugural act of killing brings her closer to emulating him.

The departure of Cavill and the replacement of Geralt in The Witcher season 4 means that viewers will need to become familiar with the dynamics between Ciri and Geralt once again, which may be disappointing.

Ciri's darkest moment in season 3 of The Witcher and its implications for her future make Cavill's exit from the role of Geralt even more upsetting. Cavill will not be portraying Geralt in season 4, as Liam Hemsworth will take on the titular character. Essentially, Cavill's final appearance on the show was in the season 3 finale. While little is known about the story of season 4, it is anticipated to delve into the events of Sapkowski's Baptism of Fire, which were hinted at in season 3.

Ciri Killing That Man In The Witcher Makes Her More Like Geralt

At the conclusion of episode 8 in season 3 of Netflix's The Witcher, Ciri took the life of an individual. This marked the first instance of Ciri partaking in a killing in the series, and it held significant importance to her character development. In an earlier episode, specifically episode 6 of season 3, Ciri encountered the opportunity to end Cahir's life but decided against it. Instead, The Witcher deviated from the books and had Geralt eliminate Rience during the same episode. Both of these occurrences laid the foundation for Ciri's eventual choice to take someone's life, which ultimately transpired in the season 3 finale. As a result, Ciri will now align herself with the Rats, who do not have reservations regarding killing individuals, as depicted in the books.

While it may seem contradictory, Geralt advised Ciri to carefully consider the consequences before taking a life. As the White Wolf, Geralt understood the weight of killing and how it irreversibly changes a person. He warned Ciri on two occasions about the aftermath of such actions, perhaps in hope that she would not emulate him. However, by choosing to kill a man in battle, Ciri has inevitably become more like Geralt. Ciri’s first kill should significantly alter the course of her story, particularly in light of what she endured during her journey through the desert of Korath.

Ciri Killing & Becoming More Like Geralt Makes Cavill's Exit More Disappointing

Ciri is about to embark on a journey with the Rats, leaving behind the family she's come to know over the past two seasons. In The Witcher season 4, Ciri will likely spend a significant amount of time apart from Geralt and Yennefer, making their reunion a highly emotional and significant moment in the show. Moreover, Geralt's reaction to Ciri's transformation, as he attempted to steer her away from becoming a killer, will be a crucial turning point in the story. While these moments will undoubtedly occur, it's important to note that Henry Cavill's portrayal of Geralt will not be featured.

Liam Hemsworth is expected to bring a strong portrayal of Geralt of Rivia. However, the bond between Ciri and Geralt was developed over three seasons with Henry Cavill in the role. It was only in season 2 that The Witcher began delving into the father-daughter relationship between Geralt and Ciri, who were essentially strangers at first. With Henry Cavill being replaced in season 4 of The Witcher, viewers will need to be reintroduced to the connection between Ciri and Geralt when they reunite, which may be disappointing.