15 Times Geralt of Rivia Was the Suavest Witcher in the Land
That time he offered his soul to the Wild Hunt in exchange for Yennefer’s life (you love-struck dog, you).
Then when he subsequently managed to escape from said Wild Hunt, you know, the guys that nobody seems to escape from (with some help of course).
Every Time he uses Axii to just get things moving. I mean, he’s a pretty cool guy who doesn’t control people usually, but a little razzle dazzle can get him out of any boring situation.
Chose his name using a stick – he’s not actually from Rivia – but still ends up with a pretty badass sounding name.
The dude is around 95 in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and in his hundreds in the expansions. Being able to do everything he does in the games at his age is definitely smooth.
All those time he used the “Witcher Code” to get paid for his efforts. He was so convincing, but it doesn’t actually exist. Still, a man deserves to get paid for the sweat of his brow, right? Andrew Ryan taught us that.
Geralt does a ton of magic without any actual magic. While humans are busy trying to pull rabbits out of hats, Geralt is able to use Signs with sheer concentration granted to him by the Trial of the Grasses (the process that turns boys to Witchers).
Geralt is actually a knight, and being knighted made his fake name, Geralt of Rivia, official.
He is such a badass that Geralt excelled at the Trial of the Grasses, a challenge that normally kills the boys that attempt it. He did so well in fact that he was able to take on even more Mutagens, making him stronger and faster than other Witchers. He took it all in stride but was never overly proud, instead condemning the act. While others boast about their abilities, Geralt is humble and subtle, letting his actions do the talking while he sweet talks the ladies.
During The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, you’ll have the opportunity to use the power of a Djinn to remove a spell from Geralt. This will untie his and Yennefer’s fate, allowing him to actually choose if he loves her not, something that many believe a witcher is incapable of.
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That time he offered his soul to the Wild Hunt in exchange for Yennefer's life (you love-struck dog, you). Ciri inadvertently led the Hunt to these two as they lay weakened by battle. Yennefer was taken to entice Ciri into coming to them, but Geralt came instead, offering his services in exchange for his love's freedom.
Red Rider No More
Then when he subsequently managed to escape from said Wild Hunt, you know, the guys that nobody seems to escape from (with some help of course). It's not entirely clear how he got away aside from Ciri managing to find him and take him to another world. He has no memory of the events, only vague recollections of lots of killing. This kicks off the first game in the series.
Ain't No Witcher Got Time For That
Every Time he uses Axii to just get things moving. I mean, he's a pretty cool guy who doesn't control people usually, but a little razzle dazzle can get him out of any boring situation. Have a guard that just wants to argue? Just calm him down and get him talking.
Geralt Isn't Actually From Rivia, But He's Pretty Convincing
Geralt got his name using a stick - he's not actually from Rivia - but still ends up with a pretty badass sounding name. The original name he wanted was Geralt Roger Eric du Haute-Bellegarde, but Vesemir thought that was ridiculous. Instead, a bunch of names were written on sticks and Geralt had to choose randomly which is how he ended up with "of Rivia." Geralt then went on to adopt a Rivian accent to make it more official, conning everyone to believe he's from there while accepting contracts and passing as more "human."
Proving Age Is Nothing But a Number For Over a Century
Geralt is around 95 at the start of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and in his hundreds in the expansions. Being able to do everything he does in the games at his age is definitely smooth, and pretty embarassing for all of the much younger warriors around him.
Geralt's a scam artist, but a damn good one
All those time he used the "Witcher Code" to get paid for his efforts were so convincing, but it doesn't actually exist. Still, a man deserves to get paid for the sweat of his brow, right? Andrew Ryan taught us that. It turns out, though, that the Witcher Code was just a system used by some Witchers to get out of situations they wanted no part of. Sort of like saying you're allergic to something just so you don't have to eat it.
Geralt of Rivia Ends Up Being His Real Name Due To Sheer Chance
Geralt is actually a knight, and being knighted made his fake name, Geralt of Rivia, official. He happened across a bridge where the Nilfgaardian army was attacking the Queen Meve of Lyria. For his efforts she knighted him and gave him the formal title of Sir Geralt of Rivia. Started with a stick, but his smooth, on-the-fly nature helped him make it official.
Powerful Yet Humble
He is such a badass that Geralt excelled at the Trial of the Grasses, a challenge that normally kills the boys that attempt it. He did so well in fact that he was able to take on even more Mutagens, making him stronger and faster than other Witchers. He took it all in stride but was never overly proud, instead condemning the act. While others boast about their abilities, Geralt is humble and subtle, letting his actions do the talking while he sweet talks the ladies.
Asked a Djinn to Remove a Spell so He Could Tell Yennefer He Loved Her For Real
During The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, you'll have the opportunity to use the power of a Djinn to remove a spell from Geralt. This will untie his and Yennefer's fate, allowing him to actually choose if he loves her not, something that many believe Witchers are incapable of. He decides that he does love her, giving us all a little something more to think about.
He Made Unicorns Cool
Geralt isn't exactly what most would consider outgoing, but even he has his moments. There's a particular scene in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt that involves him, Yennefer, and a life-size, stuffed unicorn.
Gwent Anyone?
In a world full of monsters and tough guys, letting your nerdy side show just a little bit may seem like a bad idea, but our white-maned hero never even bats an eyelash as he walks up to commanders, bartenders, and strangers requesting a game of Gwent. Not only that, but he has one of the coolest collections in all the land, talk about dedication.
Hates Formal Wear... Unless It's Caked In Blood
While everyone is busy trying to dress to the nines, Geralt is not one who feels the need to look better than anyone else. Known for his aversion to high fashion, he still manages to look suave and debonair even when covered in Drowner guts and other unsavory bits.
Drinks Poison Like It's Going Out of Style and Is Doing Just Fine
While most people drink healing tonics, a bit of seltzer, or some liquid courage (alcohol) to get ready for a big fight, Geralt downs a nice fat vial of poison. It makes him stronger and after a quick nap it's like it never happened.
He Uses Severed Heads as Horse Decoration
Have you ever stopped to think why Roach may be so crazy and glitched out? It might have something to do with the fact that Geralt thinks that the best way to improve some of his stats is to hang the heads of powerful monsters off the side of his saddle. Seriously, the guy hangs stinking, rotting heads on his horse and the ladies still love the guy. How does he do it?
Geralt Is Afraid of Nothing
Let's be honest with ourselves. If we ever saw a single Drowner we'd probably soil our pants and never step foot near water again. Geralt has faced trolls, vampires, ghosts, demons, leshens, succubi, werewolves, criminals, shapeshifters, witches, twisted fairy tales, the list goes on. Does he ever get scared? Nope, he just kills what's in front of him and looks for the next game of Gwent.
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