Chapter 5

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In This Chapter

Angoulême

Potential companion

A young woman the company encounters during their journey. Shows street smarts and survival...

Anna

Field medic

Also known as: The Field Medic

A woman serving as a field medic, treating wounded soldiers and refugees. Shows the healers working...

Ardal aep Dahy

Nilfgaardian advisor

A Nilfgaardian noble and military advisor who represents the empire's strategic planning and...

Army Chaplain Benedict

Military chaplain

A military chaplain providing spiritual guidance to soldiers and last rites to the dying.

Baker Bread

Bread provider

A baker who continues making bread for refugees and military units despite limited ingredients.

Beekeeper Sweet

Honey producer

A beekeeper who maintains hives and provides honey, an important source of nutrition during food...

Border Commander Aldric

Border defense commander

A border guard commander trying to maintain control over territorial boundaries during the invasion.

Cahir

Reluctant ally

Also known as: Cahir aep Ceallach

The former Nilfgaardian officer who was present at Cintra's fall. He joins Geralt's company as a...

Camp Follower Ingrid

Military support

Another camp follower who specializes in tending to wounded soldiers and maintaining their...

Camp Follower Rosa

Camp follower

A woman who follows military camps, providing services like cooking, mending, and companionship to...

Carpenter Oswald

Refugee builder

A carpenter who became a refugee but uses his skills to help build temporary shelters for other...

Cedric

Scoia'tael archer

A skilled Scoia'tael archer who represents the younger generation of elves fighting for survival...

Cheese Maker Curd

Dairy specialist

A cheese maker who produces preserved dairy products important for military and refugee nutrition.

Chronicler Quill

War chronicler

A chronicler who documents the events of the war, interviewing survivors and recording the...

Cloth Trader Textile

Textile supplier

A cloth merchant who sells fabric and clothing to refugees and military units needing supplies.

Coleman

Peasant leader

Also known as: The Peasant Organizer

A common man who tries to organize other peasants for mutual protection during the chaos of war.

Colonel Damien de la Tour

Northern military commander

A Northern Kingdom colonel leading desperate defensive actions against the Nilfgaardian advance.

Colonel Joachim de Wett

Nilfgaardian colonel

A Nilfgaardian officer commanding troops in the field. Represents the professional military class...

Council Elder Wisdom

Refugee mediator

A wise elder who helps make decisions for refugee groups and mediates disputes among displaced...

Courier Henrik

Military courier

A professional courier carrying messages between military commanders and political leaders.

Dandelion

Chronicler and mediator

Also known as: Jaskier

Serves as the company's chronicler and voice of reason, often trying to prevent conflicts between...

Deserter Thomas

Military deserter

A Northern Kingdom soldier who deserted his unit, unable to continue fighting in the brutal war.

Double Agent Miriam

Information broker

A spy working for multiple sides in the conflict, selling information to whoever pays the most.

Elder Marta

Elder refugee

An elderly woman among the refugees who has lost everything but maintains dignity and helps others...

Elder Matthias

Refugee camp leader

An elder who helps organize refugee camps and provides leadership to displaced people during the...

Emperor Emhyr var Emreis

Emperor with hidden agenda

Also known as: The White Flame Dancing o...

The Emperor of Nilfgaard who has his own mysterious interest in Ciri's fate, driving the empire's...

Engineer Construct

Military engineer

A military engineer responsible for building fortifications, bridges, and siege equipment.

Field Marshal Coehoorn

Supreme military commander

Also known as: Menno Coehoorn

Coordinates massive military operations across multiple fronts, showing the scale and organization...

Field Surgeon Joachim

Military surgeon

A battlefield medic working desperately to save wounded soldiers from both sides of the conflict.

Filavandrel

Elven sage

Also known as: Filavandrel aén Fidháil

An elven leader who chooses a different path from the Scoia'tael, seeking wisdom over warfare....

Food Merchant Abundance

Food supplier

A merchant specializing in food supplies, selling provisions to military units and refugee camps.

Francesca Findabair

Elven queen

Also known as: Enid an Gleanna

Queen of the elves and a powerful sorceress who leads her people's struggle for survival in a world...

Geralt of Rivia

Determined leader

Also known as: The White Wolf

Continues to lead his company through dangerous territories, showing how far he will go to rescue...

Grave Digger Mortimer

War dead burial

A grave digger who handles the massive task of burying war dead, showing the grim reality of...

Healer Cordelia

Refugee healer

A healer working in refugee camps to treat the sick and wounded among displaced populations.

Herbalist Remedy

Natural healer

An herbalist who travels with refugees, providing natural remedies and healing herbs.

Iorveth

Scoia'tael commander

Also known as: The One-Eyed

A Scoia'tael commander leading elven guerrilla forces against human armies. His hatred for humans...

Isengrim Faoiltiarna

Scoia'tael leader

Also known as: Iron Wolf

Another prominent Scoia'tael leader, known for his tactical brilliance and unwavering commitment to...

Leather Worker Hide

Leather goods craftsman

A leather worker who creates and repairs leather goods, armor, and equipment for warriors.

Lieutenant Rayla

Intelligence officer

A female Nilfgaardian officer specializing in intelligence gathering behind enemy lines.

Lieutenant Tibor

Nilfgaardian lieutenant

A junior Nilfgaardian officer leading a reconnaissance patrol in the conquered territories.

Maria

Refugee leader

Also known as: The Refugee Leader

A woman who has taken charge of a group of war refugees fleeing the Nilfgaardian advance. Shows the...

Medic Bernard

Battlefield medic

A battlefield medic who treats wounded soldiers from both sides, maintaining medical neutrality.

Medic Sara

Apprentice medic

A young woman serving as a field medic, learning emergency medicine under harsh wartime conditions.

Miller Grain

Grain processor

A miller who processes grain into flour for bread, essential for feeding large groups of refugees...

Milva

Loyal archer

Also known as: Maria Barring

Proves her worth to the company through her tracking abilities and combat skills. She becomes...

Orphan Leader Marcus

Orphan protector

An older war orphan who takes care of a group of younger children left parentless by the conflict.

Orphan Lily

War orphan

A young girl orphaned by the war who travels with other displaced children seeking safety.

Pilgrim Master Godwin

Pilgrim leader

A leader of pilgrims trying to reach holy sites despite the ongoing war disrupting travel.

Potter Clay

Ceramic craftsman

A potter who creates ceramic vessels and containers for storing food and water during the crisis.

Quartermaster Magnus

Supply coordinator

A military quartermaster responsible for managing supplies and logistics for army units in the...

Refugee Child Emma

War victim

A young refugee child who represents the innocent victims of war, traveling with displaced families.

Refugee Child Peter

Displaced child

Another young refugee who has lost family in the war and seeks safety with other displaced people.

Regis

Supernatural ally

Also known as: Emiel Regis

Reveals more of his unusual nature and abilities, proving to be far more than he initially...

Rope Maker Strand

Cordage specialist

A craftsman who makes ropes and cordage for various military and civilian applications.

Runner Swift

Information courier

A fast runner who carries information between different groups, serving as a vital communication...

Scavenger Grimm

Battlefield scavenger

A scavenger who loots battlefields for valuable items, weapons, and armor from the fallen.

Scholar Manuscript

Academic observer

A traveling scholar documenting the effects of war on different communities and cultures.

Scout Captain Voorhis

Nilfgaardian scout leader

A Nilfgaardian reconnaissance officer gathering intelligence on enemy movements. Shows the...

Scout Finn

Military messenger

A fast messenger scout carrying information between various military units during the campaign.

Scout Petra

Intelligence scout

A female scout specializing in reconnaissance and intelligence gathering for military operations.

Sergeant Morvan

Veteran sergeant

A veteran Nilfgaardian sergeant with extensive combat experience leading infantry squads.

Shepherd Flock

Displaced herder

A shepherd who lost his flock to the war but continues helping refugees find safe paths through the...

Siege Master Ballista

Siege warfare expert

A specialist in siege warfare who operates and maintains siege engines for military operations.

Smith Casimir

Refugee craftsman

A blacksmith among the refugees who tries to maintain his trade while fleeing the war.

Spy Agent Caspar

Intelligence operative

An intelligence agent working for one of the Northern Kingdoms, gathering information on enemy...

Storyteller Saga

Cultural storyteller

A survivor who tells stories to other refugees, helping maintain morale and preserve cultural...

Tim

War orphan

Also known as: The War Orphan

A young boy orphaned by the war, representing the innocent victims of the conflict. His plight...

Toruviel

Elven guerrilla

A female elven archer serving in the Scoia'tael. Represents the younger generation of elves...

Veteran Karl

Military advisor

Also known as: Old Karl

An old veteran of previous wars who provides tactical advice to younger soldiers and refugees.

Village Elder Stefan

Village leader

An elder from a village overrun by refugees, trying to maintain some semblance of order and...

Wagon Builder Wheel

Transportation builder

A craftsman who builds and repairs wagons essential for transporting goods and people during the...

Wagon Driver Otto

Supply transporter

A supply wagon driver transporting goods and materials for military units and refugee camps.

War Refugees

Desperate survivors

Also known as: Displaced People

Continue their desperate journey, some joining together for protection while others fall by the...

Wise Woman Agatha

Village healer

A village wise woman who provides herbal healing and traditional knowledge to help refugees and...

Previously Seen

Ale Brewer Hops

Beverage brewer

A brewer who continues making ale for taverns and military units, providing both nutrition and...

Armor Master Plate

Armor maintenance

A specialist in repairing and maintaining armor for soldiers and mercenaries.

Arms Dealer Viktor

Weapons merchant

A weapons dealer who sells arms to various factions, caring little about the politics of the...

Bandit Leader Kozlowski

Bandit chief

A bandit leader who takes advantage of the war's chaos to prey on refugees and travelers.

Bandit Rolf

Bandit enforcer

A vicious bandit who serves as lieutenant to Kozlowski, specializing in intimidation and violence.

Barmaid Greta

Information gatherer

A tavern barmaid who overhears conversations and passes information to travelers.

Brokilon Dryads

Forest protectors

Also known as: Forest Guardians

The tree spirits of Brokilon Forest who guard their ancient domain against all intruders,...

Bronn the Bowman

Former gang leader

Former leader of Milva's archer gang who knew her before she joined Geralt's company. Provides...

Camp Cook Bertha

Refugee camp cook

A cook who prepares meals for refugee camps, making the most of limited supplies to feed displaced...

Candle Maker Wick

Light provider

A candle maker who provides light sources for camps, military units, and refugees.

Captain Horn

Northern military officer

A Northern Kingdom officer trying to maintain military discipline during the retreat. Represents...

Captain Winfried of Gors Velen

Northern resistance officer

A Northern Kingdom officer trying to organize resistance against the Nilfgaardian advance. Shows...

Crossbow Karel

Crossbow specialist

A crossbow specialist from Milva's former gang who continues operating in the forest.

Customs Officer Bertram

Trade regulator

A customs officer trying to maintain trade regulations despite the chaos of war disrupting normal...

Dainty Biberveldt

Merchant and innkeeper

A halfling merchant and innkeeper who provides food and shelter to travelers. Represents the...

Dainty Biberveldt

Halfling merchant

Also known as: Vivaldi

A halfling merchant trying to continue his trade routes despite the ongoing war disrupting commerce.

Dijkstra

Spymaster

Also known as: Sigismund Dijkstra

Works his intelligence networks to track Ciri's location, representing Redania's continued interest...

Dudu

Doppler merchant

Also known as: The Doppler

A doppler (shapeshifter) who has integrated into human society, representing the non-humans trying...

Eithné

Dryad queen

Also known as: Queen of the Dryads

The ancient queen of the Brokilon dryads, who has ruled the forest for centuries and opposes any...

Ferryman Aldous

River ferryman

A ferryman who continues operating his river crossing despite the dangers, helping refugees escape.

Fletcher Tom

Former gang archer

A skilled archer who served with Milva in her old gang before she left to join Geralt.

Guard Captain Roderick

Caravan guard captain

A professional guard captain hired to protect merchant caravans traveling through dangerous...

Horse Trader Stallion

Livestock merchant

A horse trader who sells mounts to military units and wealthy refugees needing transportation.

Hunter Bronislav

Forest guide

An experienced hunter who knows the forest paths and guides refugees to safety.

Innkeeper Willem

Wartime innkeeper

An innkeeper who continues operating his tavern despite the war, providing news and shelter to...

Kalkstein

Rogue alchemist

Also known as: The Alchemist

A rogue alchemist and scholar who operates on the margins of respectable magical society.

Merchant Aldrich

Caravan merchant

A merchant caravan leader trying to maintain trade routes despite the dangerous wartime conditions.

Militia Sergeant Gunther

Militia leader

A local militia sergeant helping to defend towns against bandits and enemy raids.

Mousesack

Druid advisor

Also known as: Ermion

The druid who served Cintra and knew Ciri. His knowledge of her whereabouts is crucial to Geralt's...

Munro Bruys

Dwarf informant

A dwarf veteran who provides information about the war's progress. Part of the non-human network...

Musician Harper

Refugee entertainer

A musician among the refugees who plays songs to lift spirits and earn small donations.

Partisan Elena

Sabotage specialist

A female partisan fighter skilled in sabotage operations against Nilfgaardian supply lines.

Partisan Mikhail

Ambush specialist

A tough resistance fighter who specializes in ambush tactics against Nilfgaardian patrols.

Pavel

War casualty

Also known as: The Wounded Soldier

A badly wounded Northern soldier encountered by Geralt's company. His condition shows the brutal...

Philippa Eilhart

Political schemer

Also known as: The Owl

Continues her political machinations in the aftermath of Thanedd, with her own agenda regarding...

Priest Hieronymus

Traveling priest

A wandering priest who provides spiritual comfort to refugees and tends to the dying on...

Priestess Iola

Temple healer

A priestess who tends to Geralt's injuries at the temple. Represents the religious institutions...

Priscilla

Bard and performer

Also known as: Callonetta

A fellow bard and performer who knows Dandelion, representing the artistic community affected by...

Profiteer Goldwin

War profiteer

A merchant who profits from the war by selling overpriced goods to desperate refugees and soldiers.

Queen Calanthe

Queen's enduring legacy

Also known as: Calanthe of Cintra

Queen Calanthe's memory and influence continue to haunt the story, particularly regarding Ciri's...

Resistance Leader Jan

Resistance leader

Also known as: Forest Jan

A Northern Kingdom partisan leader organizing guerrilla resistance against Nilfgaardian occupation.

Salt Trader Preserve

Preservation specialist

A merchant who trades in salt, essential for preserving food during long military campaigns and...

Sergeant Gerd

Northern NCO

A tough Northern sergeant trying to maintain discipline among retreating troops during the...

Sergeant Thorak

Veteran sergeant

A grizzled Northern sergeant who has survived multiple battles. Represents the experienced soldiers...

Skellige Druids

Traditional keepers

Also known as: An Craite Druids

Druids from the Skellige Isles who possess ancient knowledge and maintain the old traditions. Some...

Stable Master Gareth

Horse caretaker

A stable master who tends to horses for military units and refugees, maintaining crucial...

Town Guard Siegfried

Town guard captain

A town guard captain trying to maintain order in settlements overwhelmed by refugees and military...

Triss Merigold

Recovering ally

Also known as: Triss

Still recovering from her injuries at Thanedd, but provides what help she can to Geralt's search...

Weapon Smith Forge

Combat equipment specialist

A traveling weapon smith who repairs and creates weapons for soldiers and fighters during the war.

Wine Maker Vintage

Beverage producer

A wine maker whose business has been disrupted by war, now selling what remains of his stock to...

Yarpen Zigrin

Dwarf supporter

Another dwarf ally who assists Geralt early in his search, representing the underground network of...

Yennefer of Vengerberg

Desperate searcher

Also known as: Yen

Also searches desperately for Ciri but is forced to work through different channels. Her separation...

Zoltan Chivay

Dwarf ally

A dwarf warrior and old friend of Geralt who initially helps in the search for Ciri. He provides...

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