Witcher 3 - Every Choice GERALT Would Make: Transcript
This transcript details the video's content, breaking down Geralt's likely choices in The Witcher 3 based on his established character.
0:00:00 - 0:01:04: Introduction and Geralt's Character
- The video begins by stating the premise: analyzing Geralt's choices in The Witcher 3.
- Geralt is described as not a blank slate but a character with a well-established morality and personality, shaped by books and thousands of in-game moments.
- Despite this, The Witcher 3 presents Geralt with major moral dilemmas where player choices can diverge from his established character.
- The video aims to determine what Geralt would actually do, independent of player influence, and how those choices might affect side characters and the overall narrative.
- The presenter emphasizes following Geralt's journey logically, acknowledging that his choices might lead to horrific outcomes due to Ciri being in danger and time being short.
0:01:04 - 0:02:35: Sponsorship and Channel Support
- The presenter mentions not accepting a sponsor to keep the project sponsor-free.
- They highlight their new Patreon, offering bonus videos and Discord access for supporters.
0:02:35 - 0:04:17: Journey Begins in Velen - Initial Provocation
- Geralt reunites with Yennefer, who informs him of Ciri's danger from the Wild Hunt.
- Geralt heads to Velen to meet an informant, Hendrick, at an inn.
- Upon arrival, Geralt encounters Baron's men who provoke him.
- The presenter argues Geralt, being a Witcher and not wanting to cause unnecessary delays, would avoid escalating the situation and killing the men. This is contrasted with the player's option to fight them, which would cause delays and complications.
0:04:17 - 0:07:08: The Baron's Story and the Botchling
- Hendrick is found dead, killed by the Wild Hunt, but left clues leading to the Baron and a witch in the swamps.
- Geralt's primary lead is the Baron at Crow's Perch.
- The Baron claims Ciri was there but his family is missing, offering information in exchange for Geralt finding them.
- Geralt discovers the Baron lied; his wife Anna lost their unborn child, which transformed into a botchling.
- Geralt must decide how to deal with the botchling: kill it for the Pellar's help or attempt a risky ritual to transform it into a leshen.
- The presenter argues Geralt would choose the riskier ritual to lift the curse, as it's the more compassionate and potentially Witcher-like approach, offering the child spirit peace and potentially aiding the Baron's family search.
0:07:08 - 0:14:04: Kira Metz and the Witch Hunters
- The botchling ritual succeeds, leading Geralt to a fisherman's hut.
- He learns Tamara, the Baron's daughter, is with witch hunters, heading into the swamps.
- Geralt seeks out the witch mentioned in Hendrick's notes, finding Kira Metz.
- Kira directs Geralt to an elven mage's hideout where he encounters a Wild Hunt warrior.
- Kira reveals Ciri encountered the Crones of Crookback Bog.
- Geralt believes Geralt would not accompany Kira to her hideout or accept her invitation to visit later, prioritizing his search for Ciri.
0:14:04 - 0:28:04: Crookback Bog and the Crones
- Geralt heads to Crookback Bog, following Ciri's trail to an orphanage run by Gran.
- Gran leads Geralt to the Crones, who demand Geralt deal with a monster in Downwarren.
- Geralt confronts the spirit in the oak tree, identified as a former druid.
- The presenter argues Geralt would kill the spirit, deeming it too dangerous and untrustworthy to release.
- Geralt deals with the Downwarren monster, earns the Crones' information on Ciri, and learns about the Baron's wife, Anna, being among them.
- Geralt returns to the Baron, helps rescue Anna (who is revealed to be Gran), and learns the full truth about her deal with the Crones and the miscarriage.
- Geralt decides to help the Baron rescue Anna from the Crones, believing it to be the right thing to do.
0:28:04 - 0:42:21: Novigrad - Tris, Dandelion, and Junior
- Geralt's next lead takes him to Novigrad to find Triss Merigold.
- He learns about the persecution of mages by the Witch Hunters.
- Geralt helps Triss with a godling named Sarah, arguing Geralt would make a quick deal with Sarah to wake the onomancer Karine.
- Karine's dreams reveal Ciri encountered Dandelion, who is now missing.
- Geralt's search for Dandelion leads him to meet Priscilla and investigate the criminal underworld.
- Geralt learns Dandelion was involved in a heist targeting Sigismund Dijkstra's treasure and was captured by the Witch Hunter Caleb Menge.
- Geralt collaborates with Triss to infiltrate the Witch Hunter barracks. The presenter believes Geralt would trust Triss's plan to fake her capture and use her as a lure.
- Geralt confronts Menge, learns Dandelion's fate, and Triss kills Menge.
- Geralt decides not to get involved in Dijkstra's assassination plot against King Radovid, prioritizing his search for Ciri.
0:42:21 - 0:58:04: Skellige - Morkvarg, the Kings, and Ciri's Trail
- Geralt travels to Skellige and reunites with Yennefer.
- The King of Skellige has died, leading to a succession crisis. Geralt's likely choice is to assist both Crach an Craite's children, Hjalmar and Cerys, in their respective quests.
- Geralt likely helps Hjalmar slay Morkvarg, choosing to kill him rather than attempt the risky curse-lifting ritual.
- Geralt helps Cerys investigate the murder of the Udalryk's lineage, likely opting to trick the Heim rather than pursue the more dangerous direct confrontation.
- Geralt learns from skall, a villager, about Ciri's presence in Skellige, her encounter with the Wild Hunt, and her eventual teleportation to Velen.
- Geralt is reunited with Ciri on the Isle of Mists.
0:58:04 - 1:11:31: Kaer Morhen and the Battle
- Geralt and Ciri arrive at Kaer Morhen.
- Geralt likely helps Yen with the Circle of Elements and doesn't fight the rock trolls.
- Geralt and Yen discover Uma is cursed and subject him to a modified trial of the grasses.
- Geralt's focus is on finding Ciri, and his interactions with her aim to be supportive, not dismissive. He likely joins her in vandalizing Avallac'h's lab.
- Geralt agrees to visit Skjall's grave with Ciri, showing support for her emotional needs.
1:11:31 - 1:40:54: Final Choices and Endings
- The final act begins with Geralt and Ciri preparing for the Wild Hunt.
- Geralt likely tells Siri about the Emperor's intentions, allowing her to make her own decision about meeting him.
- Geralt and Siri confront the Crones and Imlerith at Bald Mountain, with Geralt killing Imlerith and Siri killing two Crones.
- Geralt reunites with Ciri, and they head to Novigrad.
- Geralt helps Triss rescue mages, likely chooses to mercy-kill Sheila, and chooses to ignore Dijkstra's assassination plot.
- Geralt assists Yen in rescuing Margarita.
- Geralt likely chooses to go with Siri to meet Philippa and Margarita.
- Geralt visits Skjall's grave with Ciri.
- The final decisions revolve around Ciri's fate: meeting the Emperor, confronting the White Frost, and her ultimate path as a Witcher or other destiny. Geralt's likely choices lead to Ciri surviving the White Frost and becoming a Witcher.
1:40:54 - End: Conclusion
- The presenter reflects on the complexity of the choices and the likelihood of Geralt making certain decisions based on his character.
- They express uncertainty about continuing the series due to the extensive research and time commitment required.
- The video concludes by thanking viewers and encouraging support for future content.
This transcript is based on the provided subtitles and aims to capture the key points and arguments made in the video.
