The Witcher: Season 3 - This is Rock Bottom
Neon Knight・24 minutes read
The final episodes of The Witcher Season 3 receive criticism for missed potential and mediocrity, with a focus on the coup on Thanedd Isle and conflicts between key characters. Key battles and character developments are highlighted, with concerns raised about character portrayals and the direction of the show's writing.
Insights
- Dijkstra's plan to shackle all mages on Thanedd Isle, including neutrals, is criticized for lacking logic and sense, showcasing a flawed strategy that leads to mixed reactions from viewers.
- Ciri's portrayal as a capable fighter in the final episodes of The Witcher Season 3 diminishes the impact of her character's vulnerability, sparking controversy and raising questions about the direction of her storyline.
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Recent questions
What is the critique of The Witcher Season 3?
Missed potential and mediocrity.
Who captures mages on Thanedd Isle?
Philippa, Dijkstra, and others.
What is criticized about Dijkstra's plan?
Lack of sense in shackling all mages.
What is the battle at Aretuza described as?
One-room bloodbath with questionable decisions.
Who forms the Lodge of Sorceresses in the final episode?
Yennefer.
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Summary
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Critique of Witcher Season 3 Finale
- The final episodes of The Witcher Season 3 are critiqued for missed potential and mediocrity.
- Part 2 of Season 3 opens with the coup on Thanedd Isle, condensed into a short episode.
- Philippa, Dijkstra, and others capture mages on Thanedd, labeling them as traitors.
- Dijkstra's plan to shackle all mages, including neutrals, is criticized for its lack of sense.
- Vilgefortz and Tissaia's conflict leads to a violent breakout during the coup.
- Dijkstra provokes Geralt needlessly, leading to a confrontation where Dijkstra is overpowered.
- The battle at Aretuza is described as a one-room bloodbath with questionable decisions.
- The battle showcases mages struggling and inconsistent use of magic against Scoia'tael forces.
- Tissaia and Stregobor's actions during the battle are highlighted, with mixed reactions.
- Ciri's encounter with Rience, Geralt's intervention, and Yennefer's decision to return to Aretuza are detailed, with criticism towards the portrayal of Cahir's character.
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"Character changes lead to confusion and battles"
- The character changes his journey abruptly, leading to confusion about the purpose of the change.
- Scoia'tael appear, prompting Cahir to confront them despite being outnumbered.
- Cahir's victory over the Scoia'tael is mentioned, though the details of the battle are not shown.
- Questions arise about the logic of the Scoia'tael's approach to capturing Ciri.
- Vilgefortz and Geralt engage in a significant fight that shapes Geralt's future.
- Episode 6 concludes with Geralt losing to Vilgefortz and Ciri being transported to the desert.
- Episode 7 primarily focuses on Ciri's journey through the desert, which is controversial.
- Ciri's portrayal as a capable fighter diminishes the impact of her storyline as a young, vulnerable character.
- Yennefer plays a prominent role in the final episode, forming the Lodge of Sorceresses.
- Geralt's limited screen time in Part 2 raises questions about the future of his character and potential casting changes.
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Netflix's Witcher: Casting Choices and Criticisms
- The executive producer of Netflix's Witcher mentioned in an interview that the show is tailored for individuals with severe TikTok brain rot, potentially explaining the low-quality writing and performances in the series.
- Despite some exceptions, such as the character Milva, whose acting was criticized for being stiff and awkward, the show's casting choices are crucial, with Milva being a significant character moving forward, potentially overshadowing even Yennefer in importance.
