Ciri’s transformation into a Witcher in the upcoming The Witcher 4 hasbecome a hot topic of debate since it goes against the established lore.
Ciri’s transformation into a Witcher has become a hot topic of debate ever since the announcement trailer for The Witcher 4 was released a few days ago. The internet seems to be divided on the discussion, with some considering her as the perfect choice for the protagonist and her transformation into a Witcher. In contrast, others feel that it goes against the game’s lore.
Players are not ready to accept Ciri as a Witcher. Image Credit: CD Projekt Red
However, players need to consider that it is happening. Ciri is a Witcher and also the next game’s protagonist, and it is high time they wrap their heads around it. Indeed, it will not be an easy pill to swallow for long-term fans of the franchise but one should be open-minded about change.
Ciri’s transformation in The Witcher 4 does go against the lore
The Witcher 4 might be full of a lot more surprises. Image Credit: CD Projekt Red
According to the books by Andrzej Sapkowski, Ciri does not turn into a Witcher because of her uniqueness and Elder Blood powers. She has a separate arc where she dictates her destiny, separate from the traditional Witcher path.
For someone to turn into a Witcher, they need to go through The Trial of Grasses, which transforms humans into Witchers. However, the trial has only ever been successfully performed on male children due to its high fatality rate. This is the biggest reason Ciri’s transformation goes against the established lore.
No, since they can’t survive the Trial of the Grasses, but since Ciri isn’t a normal woman it’s possible they’ll use her elf blood as an excuse to make her a Witcher. It’s a technicality but it does kind of work within the lore. https://t.co/A4Am1ny01F
— The Critical Drinker (@TheCriticalDri2) December 17, 2024
Ciri does have potential, but how are the writers gonna make her a Witcher, put her through the same trials Geralt went through?
— Viridian Leon (@MasterJunior93) December 18, 2024
It doesn’t work within the lore and also she has NO NEED to be a witcher, she has real magic. She would never risk it and it makes you sterile.
It’s completely dumb top to bottom.
— Matthew Bennett (@Matt_M_Bennett) December 17, 2024
It doesn’t work within the lore and also she has NO NEED to be a witcher, she has real magic. She would never risk it and it makes you sterile.
It’s completely dumb top to bottom.
— Matthew Bennett (@Matt_M_Bennett) December 17, 2024
Ciri is a special case nevertheless. Her Elder Blood powers make her quite the candidate for becoming the first woman Witcher, which is quite cool to witness. The Witcher 4 is bound to establish fresh grounds for the franchise.
However, basing things on her Elder Blood powers might not be the answer to all the questions. Biological constraints established in the books are one of the bigger problems here.
Ciri has always been a fan-favorite character
Ciri is a fan favorite and she deserves all the love. Image Credit: CD Projekt Red
Fans of the books and games have always had a special connection and strong emotional ties to Ciri’s existing arc. She is a powerful being with a lot of magical and combat abilities and might not even need to be turned into a Witcher.
However, the developers seem to be heading in that direction, and there is a high chance that the upcoming game will provide a fresh perspective on the game’s lore and establish a new era of Witchers. Players should be open-minded about her transformation as well.
Ciri’s connection with the life of a Witcher goes long back, and her transformation might serve a bigger picture than what currently meets the eye. One can only form a definitive opinion about it once more details about the game are revealed. What do you think about it? Let us know in the comments below.
