10 Biggest Witcher 4 Theories & Hopes, Based On The First Trailer
The trailer for has fans excited and full of theories. Instead of Geralt, players now follow Ciri, the Lion Cub of Cintra, who has become a tough Witcher herself. This change has sparked a lot of discussion, especially with the mysterious images and carefully picked lines in the trailer. The visuals, showcasing the power of Unreal Engine 5, hint at a new, darker story filled with political themes.
The Game Awards reveal of the game shows Ciri fighting a scary new monster called the Bauk, using her magic and the skills of a Witcher. Her cat-like eyes show how much she has changed. There’s also a haunting scene of a ritual sacrifice in a remote northern village, suggesting a story that will explore issues like faith, superstition, and the lines between good and evil. This isn’t just about hunting monsters; it’s about Ciri’s journey and the harsh realities of a world that often rejects its heroes.
The most interesting thing revealed in trailer is that Ciri has become a full Witcher after going through the Trial of the Grasses. This is a big deal in lore because it's the first time a woman, especially one with strong Elder Blood magic, has gone through this process. The trailer shows Ciri using Witcher signs and drinking potions, but it doesn’t show her using her Elder Blood powers.
Ciri is the main playable character in The Witcher 4, as per the new cinematic trailer. While it's somewhat saddening to be done with the Geralt era, I'm more than excited to play from Ciri's perspective. I'm not a big fan of the TV series, but I do love what I've read from the book series and the previous game, and I think she's a compelling enough character to be the lead without having Geralt as an alternate option.
This raises plenty of questions about what could have happened to her magical abilities. Did the Trial suppress her powers or change them somehow? Will her ability to time travel, which is part of her Elder Blood legacy, still be there, change, or be used in a new way in
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