Login Get started

Witcher 3 - Every Choice GERALT Would Make

Neon Knight・134 minutes read

Geralt of Rivia faces moral choices impacting characters' fates in The Witcher 3, highlighting his quest to reunite with Yennefer, uncover Ciri's danger, and handle morally ambiguous situations. Geralt makes critical decisions throughout the game, leading to confrontations with powerful figures, moral dilemmas, and the ultimate goal of reuniting with Ciri to face the Wild Hunt.

Insights

Geralt's moral compass guides his critical decisions in The Witcher 3, impacting the fates of various characters.
The game focuses on Geralt's choices in morally ambiguous situations, emphasizing player-independent decision-making.
Geralt's quest unfolds through reuniting with Yennefer, learning about Ciri's danger, and seeking an informant named Hendrick in Velen.
Encountering a crucial decision at the Inn at the Crossroads, Geralt must choose between violence and avoidance, shaping future interactions.
Hendrick's death leads Geralt to pivotal choices involving a witch in the swamps and the Bloody Baron, setting the stage for significant story developments.
Geralt's encounter with the Bloody Baron involves handling a cursed botchling, offering a choice between a risky ritual or a safer method, impacting the outcome significantly.

Get key ideas from YouTube videos. It’s free

Recent questions

Who is Geralt of Rivia?
A character with a strong moral compass.

Related videos

Summary

00:00

Geralt's moral choices impact Witcher 3 storyline.

Geralt of Rivia, a character with a strong moral compass, faces critical choices in The Witcher 3, impacting various characters' fates.
The main focus is on determining Geralt's decisions in morally ambiguous situations without player influence.
Geralt's quest begins with reuniting with Yennefer, learning about Ciri's danger from the Wild Hunt, and heading to Velen to find an informant named Hendrick.
Geralt's encounter at the Inn at the Crossroads presents a crucial decision: to engage in violence or avoid it, affecting future interactions and quests.
Hendrick's death leads Geralt to two leads: a witch in the swamps and the Bloody Baron, initiating significant choices in the storyline.
Geralt's interaction with the Bloody Baron reveals lies and a cursed botchling, prompting a decision on how to handle the creature.
Geralt can choose between a risky ritual to lift the curse on the botchling or a quicker, safer method of killing it, impacting the outcome.
Opting for the risky ritual aligns with Geralt's moral code, aiming to give peace to the tormented spirit and potentially uncover ancient witcher practices.
The ritual succeeds, transforming the botchling into a peaceful spirit, leading Geralt to the fisherman's hut and the Baron's daughter, Tamara.
Progressing in the quest, Geralt seeks out Keira Metz, who reveals information about an elven mage in a nearby hideout, linking to Ciri's whereabouts.

12:40

"Geralt faces moral dilemma in Crookback Bog"

Ciri encountered three crones from Crookback Bog, not a singular witch.
Keira knew about the crones but kept it secret as she needed something from an elf's lab.
Keira asks Geralt to help find a magic lamp before heading to Crookback Bog.
Geralt has been in Velen for a week and now has a lead on Ciri's whereabouts.
Geralt heads to Crookback Bog where the Crones are located.
Geralt learns about the Trail of Treats where children are sent to the Crones.
Geralt meets Johnny, a godling, who saw Ciri in the swamp.
The Crones offer information on Ciri in exchange for Geralt dealing with a dark power in Downwarren.
Geralt discovers the dark power causing havoc in Downwarren.
Geralt faces a moral dilemma regarding the ancient evil spirit and the safety of the children at Crookback Bog.

25:41

Baron's wife seeks protection, talisman goes missing.

The Baron's wife sought help from the pellar to protect her from the Crone's magic, using a talisman that later went missing during a fight with the Baron.
The disappearance of the talisman led to a series of events, including the Baron finding his child's remains and Anna being abducted when she thought she was still protected.
Geralt can find the missing talisman during his first visit to Crow's Perch, not knowing its significance at that point.
Anna's aged appearance is attributed to the child sapping her energy, making her look much older than her actual age.
The Crones provide Geralt with information about Ciri's recent activities, including her encounter with them and her escape upon overhearing their plans to hand her over to the Wild Hunt.
The Baron reveals to Geralt that Ciri used her Elder Blood powers, leading to her fleeing the Baron's keep and heading to a new destination.
The Baron gives Geralt information about Ciri's search for a sorceress in the city and provides Geralt with a pass to freely travel despite the ongoing war.
Geralt learns from Yennefer that Triss Merigold is in Novigrad, possibly the sorceress Ciri intended to visit, prompting him to head to Novigrad.
In Novigrad, Geralt discovers the harsh treatment of mages and non-humans, encounters Triss in a difficult situation, and learns of a oneiromancer named Corrine Tilly who might help find Ciri.
Geralt faces a choice involving a godling named Sarah, who is causing issues for the oneiromancer Corrine, ultimately deciding to make a quick deal with Sarah to resolve the situation promptly.

38:04

Geralt and allies target Junior for justice.

Carlo suspects Junior is targeting the other three individuals.
Dijkstra's bathhouse is attacked upon Geralt's arrival, leading to suspicions of Junior's involvement.
Cleaver advises Geralt to consult him for help in locating Junior.
Dijkstra also believes Junior orchestrated the attack and suspects a higher-up's involvement.
Geralt's upcoming destinations include Junior's house, casino, and underground arena.
Dijkstra is asked about Dandelion's whereabouts, leading to a revelation about a robbery.
Investigation reveals the involvement of the doppler Dudu in the heist and a letter warning Ciri.
Triss aids in the search for Dandelion, and a plan is devised to infiltrate the Witch Hunter's barracks.
Triss's elaborate plan involves pretending to be captured to gain access to Menge.
Triss's execution of the plan results in the elimination of Witch Hunters and Menge's demise.

51:11

Geralt confronts Junior, makes a tough choice.

Radovid gives up Junior to Geralt as a gesture of goodwill, expecting a favor in return.
Junior is found holed up in a nearby mansion, where he mistreats women.
Geralt confronts Junior, who reveals information about Ciri and Dandelion's whereabouts.
Junior explains a failed business deal involving a phylactery repair and Sigismund Dijkstra's treasure.
Ciri and Dandelion rescue their friend Dudu from Junior's clutches.
Geralt faces a moral dilemma of whether to spare or kill Junior.
Geralt decides to end Junior's life due to his heinous actions.
Geralt is tasked by Radovid to investigate Philippa's hideout, fearing her actions.
Geralt discovers Philippa's attempts to restore her eyesight and retrieves a crucial item.
Geralt refuses to hand over the item to Radovid, ensuring his safety.

01:03:17

Rescue, betrayal, and escape in Novigrad.

Dudu is rescued by the pair but they are chased by Junior's men.
Ciri saves herself by teleporting away from a crossbow bolt.
Dandelion is left behind and captured.
Dandelion brought a device to Junior for repair, needed by Ciri to decipher a curse.
Geralt's search for Ciri leads him to wrap up loose ends before leaving.
Dandelion requests Geralt's help in remodeling his inn for a quick cash scheme.
Zoltan seeks help from Geralt to pay off a debt by selling Gwent cards.
Triss plans to help mages flee Novigrad before Witch Hunters track them down.
Geralt helps Triss with a plan to sneak Albert away from Witch Hunters at a masquerade ball.
Geralt assists Triss in clearing a path through the sewers for mages to board a ship to safety.

01:14:39

"Geralt's Search for Ciri in Skellige"

Geralt needs to sail from Novigrad to Skellige to continue his search for Ciri.
He breaks up with Triss to focus on finding Yennefer, the love of his life.
Dijkstra informs Geralt about an assassination plot against Radovid due to political reasons.
Dijkstra wants Geralt's help but won't reveal details unless they meet in Novigrad.
Geralt decides to prioritize finding Ciri over getting involved in the assassination plot.
Geralt reunites with Yennefer in Skellige after a shipwreck and attends a feast.
Yennefer reveals she's investigating a magical explosion in Skellige.
Geralt learns about Ciri's presence in Skellige and her encounter with the Wild Hunt.
Geralt and Yennefer investigate further, leading them to Morkvarg, an immortal werewolf.
Geralt discovers a way to lift Morkvarg's curse but must decide whether to do so or end him.

01:27:10

Yennefer's Dark Magic and Geralt's Choice

Yennefer searches for the body of a Morkvarg victim, not a living person, to extract information using dark magic.
The body found is that of a young man named Skjall, who helped a young woman, Ciri, after she fell from the sky.
Ciri had been instructed by a masked elf to meet him at Drowned Dead Rock after resting.
Skjall leads Ciri to the meeting place, where she is attacked by the Wild Hunt and taken away.
Yennefer resurrects Skjall to learn what he witnessed, which was a creature passing by on the shore.
Geralt connects Skjall's description to a creature he encountered at the Baron's keep and plans to bring it to Kaer Morhen.
Yennefer seeks Geralt's help in taming a powerful djinn to undo a wish made 20 years ago to save her life.
Geralt finds the djinn and removes the wish, allowing Geralt to decide how he feels about Yennefer.
Yennefer's quest involving the djinn is a creation of Witcher 3 to provide a believable ending if players prefer Triss over Yennefer.
Geralt must choose between heading to Vizima with Yennefer or fulfilling his promise to Crach and checking on his children in Skellige.

01:40:04

"Geralt's Quest to Rescue Ciri Intensifies"

Svanrige was not aware of the plan to frame Crach for murder, but Cerys accuses him using evidence found by Geralt, leading to Svanrige cracking under pressure.
Geralt sails to Velen and then Crow’s Perch to retrieve Uma, suspected to be crucial in finding Ciri.
The second act of Witcher 3 begins with Geralt delivering Uma to Kaer Morhen, where everyone requires his assistance.
Lambert is tasked with enriching the phylactery at a circle of elements to lift a curse affecting Uma.
Geralt and Lambert encounter rock trolls who demand they leave their swords behind to pass through.
Yennefer plans to cure Uma by subjecting him to the trial of the grasses, despite Vesemir's concerns.
Avallac'h, transformed from Uma, reveals Ciri's location on the Isle of Mists to Geralt.
Geralt recruits Zoltan, Roche, and potentially Keira to help rescue Ciri from the Wild Hunt.
Keira requests Geralt to lift a curse on Fyke Isle in exchange for her assistance at Kaer Morhen.
Geralt discovers the tragic story of Annabelle, a spirit on Fyke Isle, and is forced to fight her as she reveals her true nature as a pesta.

01:54:37

Graham's tragic love story and Ciri's dilemma.

Graham flees with Annabelle to start a new life due to her father's disapproval of their relationship.
Graham mistakenly believes Annabelle consumed poison, leaving the isle without knowing she was only asleep.
Geralt informs Graham that a kiss can break the curse on Annabelle.
Graham reunites with Annabelle, kisses her, and tragically dies in the process.
Keira seeks Geralt's help to lift a curse for her own motives involving the Catriona Plague.
Geralt heads to Skellige with the aid of an Craite and Ermion.
Cerys is crowned queen of Skellige, sending Hjalmar to assist Geralt.
Geralt reunites with Ciri on the Isle of Mists before the Wild Hunt arrives.
Vesemir sacrifices himself to save Ciri, leading to a funeral for him.
Triss, Yennefer, and Avallac'h plan to track the Lodge of Sorceresses, with Ciri feeling neglected in the decision-making process.

02:07:45

Emhyr's Plot Unveiled: Ciri's Escape Ensues

Pavetta discovers Emhyr's plan to fake their family's death on a sinking ship and smuggles baby Ciri away.
A struggle on the ship results in Pavetta's death, with Emhyr possibly responsible, leading to the crew's murder.
Geralt accuses Emhyr of killing Ciri's mother intentionally, prompting a denial from Emhyr.
Emhyr seeks to capture Ciri in her early teens not out of paternal love but to marry her for her elder blood's power.
Geralt vows to rescue Ciri from Emhyr's grasp, leading to a confrontation where Ciri threatens Emhyr.
Emhyr orders the deaths of Yennefer and Geralt but ultimately relents, allowing Ciri to go free.
Ciri makes a decisive choice to leave with Geralt for Bald Mountain, where they confront Imlerith and the Ladies of the Wood.
Geralt and Ciri defeat Imlerith and two of the Crones, with Weavess escaping, before heading to Novigrad.
Geralt aids Yennefer in rescuing Margarita from Deireadh Prison, with a choice to mercy kill Sile de Tansarville.
Geralt assists Triss in capturing Philippa Eilhart from Dijkstra's bathhouse, facing decisions involving Bart the rock troll and Dijkstra's interference.

02:19:41

Geralt's Dijkstra Dilemma: Ciri's Return Secrets

The assassination in the game was originally planned to occur before Ciri was found, causing issues with fitting it into the storyline.
Geralt encounters Dijkstra at a bathhouse, where he can choose to reveal Ciri's return or push Dijkstra aside.
Geralt's history with Dijkstra involves a past confrontation where Geralt severely injured Dijkstra for using Ciri in political schemes.
Geralt's decision to not inform Dijkstra about Ciri's return is influenced by his distrust of Dijkstra's intentions.
The choice to shove Dijkstra in the game includes a unique action of targeting his other leg, deviating from the expected outcome.
Ciri's quest involves wrapping up business in Novigrad and thanking those who helped her survive.
Geralt encounters Ciri outside a room where she reveals that Philippa and Margarita want to meet her.
The game presents a choice for Geralt to go with Ciri or let her go alone, with the latter being considered the "correct" choice.
Avallach's quest involves convincing an elf lieutenant to not support the Hunt and retrieving an artifact called The Sunstone.
In Avallach's lab, disturbing research on Ciri's ancestry is uncovered, revealing Avallach's obsession with a long-deceased ancestor of Ciri's.

02:31:56

Ciri's Bloodline and Geralt's Influence

Ciri is lectured by a she-elf about her genetic inheritance and talents, which is the opposite of what Ciri desires.
Geralt further emphasizes Ciri's bloodline by putting Lara Dorren's necklace on her, making her feel special due to her ancestry rather than her personal qualities.
Geralt playfully helps Ciri vandalize Avallach's lab, showing his disdain for Avallac'h.
Ciri expresses her desire to visit Skjall on Hindarsfjall, unaware of his deteriorating health.
Geralt accompanies Ciri to the tower on the Isle of Undvik, where she intends to enter a rift to stop the White Frost, a sudden world-devouring entity in the game.
Geralt's decisions lead to various outcomes, including Ciri becoming a Witcheress, but also to Radovid winning the war due to Geralt's refusal to track for Dijkstra.

Try it yourself — It’s free.