Does Ciri Become A Witcher? Her Fate, Explained

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2015 saw “The Witcher 3: The Wild Hunt” captivate the gaming world with its extraordinary open-world setting and epic high fantasy narrative, courtesy of developer CD Projekt Red. The game amassed hordes of admirers, and in 2024 at the Game Awards, the company sent shockwaves through the gaming community by premiering the first trailer for “The Witcher 4.” While fans were taken aback to see Geralt’s successor appearing to be Ciri from “Wild Hunt,” they were utterly astounded when the teaser revealed that, during the gap between games, Ciri had transformed into a Witcher herself.

Andrzej Sapkowski initially introduced us to the realm of “The Witcher” through his first novel published in 1990. Since then, he’s added several more novels and tales set within this world, which have been translated into many languages and enjoyed by readers worldwide. Not only that, but thanks to video games and TV series adaptations, the world of “The Witcher” has become known even to those who haven’t read the books.

In the sequence of events portrayed in “The Witcher” series, both Geralt and Ciri play significant roles, with Ciri gaining prominence as the story unfolds. As a result, it’s not entirely unexpected that Ciri might be the main character in “The Witcher 4” game. However, some players question whether Ciri could ever become a Witcher, given the challenging nature of the process. But let’s explore the universe depicted in the books and the creator’s insights to determine if they have a valid point.

What happened to Ciri in the books?

To fully grasp what transpired with Ciri at the end of Andrzej Sapkowski’s “Witcher” series, it’s crucial to be acquainted with specific aspects from her past. Ciri possesses Elder Blood, which grants her an array of potent abilities that make her a significant force even without being a Witcher. Unlike Geralt, Ciri’s Elder Blood doesn’t induce the same mutations, but in the books and “The Witcher 3” game, her extraordinary powers enable her to train and battle monsters alongside her adoptive father as if she were a genuine Witcher.

As a gamer, I’d rephrase it like this: In the Witcher universe, I am known as Ciri, the Spatial and Temporal Lady, thanks to my unique abilities that let me bend dimensions for my benefit. In “The Lady of the Lake,” one of the books, I employed these powers to step into your world, or at least a version of it. There, I encountered Sir Galahad of Camelot, with whom I shared my story and Geralt’s conclusion. Eventually, I chose not to go back home, instead riding off towards Camelot alongside Sir Galahad, as the series came to an end under the setting sun.

What has the Witcher’s author said about Ciri’s new role?

Andrzej Sapkowski, creator of “The Witcher,” has expressed his thoughts on the alterations being made by CDPR regarding Ciri’s storyline. At the Opole Book Festival in Poland, he mentioned that occasionally the developers seek his input about the narrative, but he believes they are such avid fans of the series that they likely know more about the universe than he does. Regarding Ciri undergoing trials and acquiring Witcher mutations in the fourth game, Sapkowski stated that he didn’t write that adult women can’t go through these transformations, and it wasn’t him who did so. He added that he isn’t sure or hasn’t contemplated it, suggesting that he’s unfazed by CDPR modifying the original content.

In the legend of the Witchers, it’s generally fatal for those who undergo the trials to survive. These trials are usually attempted by young boys, but the books hint that adults almost certainly won’t make it through. Interestingly, there’s no mention of women going through this process. Ciri’s transformation into a Witcher, as an adult, seems extraordinary in this context. The way she fights in the trailer for “The Witcher 4” suggests that her other magical abilities might have been sacrificed during this process. It’s worth noting that the Netflix series has made some contentious changes to Ciri’s storyline, so CDPR’s approach here isn’t entirely unexpected. Given Ciri’s popularity from the earlier game, it’s safe to say that whatever tale leads her to become a Witcher will be an engaging one.

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2025-06-28 13:30