Chapter 6
In This Chapter
Bank Clerk Coin-counter
Financial clerk
A clerk who works for wealthy banking houses and handles financial transactions.
Banker Molnar Giancardi
Dwarven financier
A wealthy dwarf banker who finances various enterprises and becomes involved in the economic...
Bard Ritterschlag
Traveling bard
A fellow bard and colleague of Dandelion who spreads stories and songs throughout the northern...
Border Guard Watch-eye
Border security
A border guard who monitors crossings between kingdoms and watches for threats.
Border Scout Trail-finder
Border scout
A scout who tracks movement along kingdom borders and reports suspicious activity.
Captain Loredo
Military captain
A Temerian military officer who becomes aware of the political importance of Ciri's situation.
Captain Wave-rider
Ship master
A ship captain who transports goods and passengers between coastal cities.
Ciri
Student of magic
Also known as: Cirilla
Begins formal magical training with a sorceress. Her powers are revealed to be extraordinarily...
Court Mage Advisor Spell-wise
Royal advisor
A mage who advises the court of Kaedwen on magical and political matters.
Dandelion
Bard, loyal friend
Also known as: Jaskier
Geralt's loyal friend and traveling companion, a bard with a talent for getting into trouble. He...
Detmold
Royal advisor
A sorcerer advisor to King Henselt of Kaedwen. Represents Kaedwen's magical interests in the...
Dijkstra
Spymaster, intelligence gatherer
Also known as: Sigismund Dijkstra
The spymaster of Redania, a large and intelligent man who understands the political implications of...
Diplomat Smooth-tongue
Kingdom diplomat
A Redanian diplomat who negotiates between kingdoms and gathers political intelligence.
Docker Strong-back
Harbor worker
A dock worker who loads and unloads ships, witnessing much trade activity.
Dwarven Elder Stone-beard
Dwarven representative
An elder of Mahakam who represents dwarven interests in political matters.
Elven Refugee
Displaced elf
One of many elves forced from their homes by human expansion. Represents the growing tensions...
Engineer Fortress-breaker
Military engineer
A military engineer who designs and operates siege equipment for warfare.
Father Willemer
Religious leader
A priest of the Eternal Fire in Novigrad who preaches against magic users and non-humans.
Fercart
Intelligence sorcerer
A sorcerer who becomes involved in the intelligence networks tracking Ciri and the political...
Fire Mage Assistant Burn
Assistant mage
A lesser mage who assists Rience in his pursuit of Ciri.
Fortune Teller Crystal-gazer
Divination practitioner
A person who claims to predict the future through various divination methods.
Geralt of Rivia
Worried guardian
Also known as: The White Wolf
Shows deep concern for Ciri's magical abilities, which seem beyond normal training. Seeks the help...
Guard Captain Justice
City guard captain
The captain of Novigrad's city guard who maintains order in the free city.
Guild Apprentice Learn-eager
Trade apprentice
An apprentice learning a trade within one of the merchant or craft guilds.
Guild Master Thorak
Guild master
Head of a powerful merchant guild who becomes involved in the economic aspects of the political...
Halfling Innkeeper
Inn proprietor
A halfling who runs an inn frequented by travelers and merchants. Source of news and gossip.
Hierarch Eternal
Religious leader
A high-ranking priest of the Eternal Fire who influences Novigrad's religious policy.
Hunter Bowstring
Forest hunter
A skilled hunter who tracks game in the forests around the witcher stronghold.
Information Broker Whisper
Information broker
An informant who provides Rience with intelligence about Ciri's whereabouts.
Innkeeper Comfort
Halfling innkeeper
A halfling who runs a comfortable inn that serves as a meeting place for travelers.
Keira Metz
Council sorceress
A sorceress who participates in the discussions about Ciri's magical education and the political...
King Foltest
King of Temeria
Also known as: King of Temeria
The King of Temeria who becomes increasingly interested in Ciri as political tensions rise. He...
King Henselt
King of Kaedwen
The King of Kaedwen who becomes increasingly interested in Ciri as her importance becomes known.
Kingdom Messenger Fleet-foot
Royal courier
A messenger from the kingdom of Lyria and Rivia carrying important dispatches.
Knight Errant Sword-true
Aedirnian knight
A knight from Aedirn who follows the chivalric code and seeks honor in service.
Master Craftsman Hammerfall
Dwarven artisan
A skilled dwarven craftsman who creates fine weapons and jewelry.
Merchant Gold-counter
Luxury merchant
A wealthy merchant in Novigrad who deals in luxury goods and information.
News Chronicler Quill-ready
News chronicler
A person who records and spreads news of political and military developments.
Night Watch Lantern
Night security
A night watchman who patrols city streets during the dark hours.
Noble Baron Landhold
Temerian nobleman
A Temerian baron who holds lands and influences political decisions in the kingdom.
Northern Trader Coin-counter
International trader
A wealthy trader from Kovir and Poviss dealing in northern kingdom commerce.
Performer Juggle-master
Street entertainer
A street performer who entertains crowds with juggling, music, or other acts.
Prince Radovid
Redanian prince
The young prince of Redania, nephew of King Vizimir. Shows early signs of the cunning and...
Quartermaster Provision
Military logistics
A military quartermaster responsible for organizing and distributing supplies.
Ranger Tracker
Forest guardian
A forest ranger who monitors the wild areas around Kaer Morhen for dangerous creatures.
Redanian Agent
Intelligence agent
A spy working for Redania's intelligence network. Gathers information about Ciri and other...
Refugee Child Brave
Displaced child
Another child refugee who has lost family to the conflicts sweeping the land.
Refugee Child Hope
War orphan
A child displaced by war and political upheaval who seeks safety.
Refugee Elder Filavandrel
Refugee leader
An elder among the non-human refugees who leads his people in seeking safety from human persecution.
Rience
Pursuing mage, enemy
Also known as: The Fire Mage
A mage skilled in fire magic who becomes one of the first active threats seeking to capture Ciri....
Royal Courier Swift
Royal messenger
A royal messenger who carries important communications between kingdoms.
Sabrina Glevissig
Volatile sorceress
A sorceress with a volatile temper who becomes involved in the political situation surrounding Ciri.
Scoia'tael Fighter Arrow
Rebel fighter
A non-human fighter who participates in guerrilla warfare against human oppression.
Scoia'tael Scout Robin
Rebel scout
A non-human rebel scout who gathers intelligence for the Scoia'tael resistance.
Scryer Far-sight
Divination expert
A mage skilled in scrying magic and distant observation techniques.
Sentry Wolf
Fortress sentry
A guard who watches the approaches to Kaer Morhen and warns of approaching visitors.
Sir Vandergrift
Kaedweni knight
A knight in service to King Henselt of Kaedwen. Represents the military interests in Ciri.
Spy Network Agent Shadow
Royal spy
An intelligence agent working for one of the northern kingdoms to gather information.
Street Contact Ears
Information gatherer
A street-level informant who gathers and sells information in urban areas.
Surgeon Battle-mender
Military medic
A medical practitioner who treats wounded soldiers during military campaigns.
Tavern Keeper Ale-master
Tavern owner
A tavern keeper who serves drinks and overhears conversations from many patrons.
Tracker Beast-finder
Monster hunter support
A professional tracker who specializes in finding and following monster trails.
Trainee Combat-caster
Battle magic student
A young mage training in combat applications of magical arts.
Ward-master Protection
Protection specialist
A mage who specializes in creating protective magical wards and barriers.
Watchman Stone
Fortress watchman
A watchman who patrols the walls and courtyards of the ancient witcher keep.
Weather Seer Cloud-reader
Weather predictor
A person skilled in reading weather patterns crucial for mountain survival.
Yarpen Zigrin
Dwarf warrior, mercenary leader
A dwarf warrior and leader of a mercenary company. An old friend of Geralt who becomes involved in...
Yennefer of Vengerberg
Protective mentor
Also known as: Yen
Becomes increasingly protective of Ciri as political tensions rise. Her relationship with Geralt...
Previously Seen
Abbess Merciful
Temple abbess
The abbess of a Temple of Melitele who oversees religious activities and healing.
Academy Cook Spoon-master
Academy chef
The head cook who prepares meals for academy students and staff.
Advanced Student Prism
Senior magic student
An advanced student at Aretuza nearing the end of her magical education.
Alchemist Brew-master
Potion maker
An alchemist who specializes in brewing potions and magical elixirs.
Aplegatt
Trading merchant
A merchant who brings news and goods to Kaer Morhen during the winter months, connecting the...
Apprentice Healer Mend-touch
Healing student
An apprentice learning the magical arts of healing and restoration.
Apprentice Sorceress Coral
Apprentice mage
A young sorceress still learning her craft. Represents the new generation of magic users.
Aretuza Student Lydia
Magic student
A young woman studying magic at Aretuza academy. Represents the new generation of sorceresses.
Aretuza Student Marilla
Struggling student
Another student at the magical academy, struggling with her studies and the demands of magical...
Berengar
Antisocial witcher
A witcher who occasionally winters at Kaer Morhen. Known for his antisocial behavior and cynical...
Carver Rune-scribe
Rune craftsman
A craftsman who carves magical runes and symbols into various materials.
Cat School Witcher Gaetan
Visiting witcher
A witcher from the School of the Cat who visits Kaer Morhen. Known for the Cat School's more...
Coën
Griffin School witcher
A witcher from the School of the Griffin who winters at Kaer Morhen. Younger than the Wolf School...
Construct Guardian Stone
Magical guardian
A magical construct that protects important magical locations and artifacts.
Craftsman Wooden
Training equipment maker
A craftsman who creates and maintains the training dummies and equipment used at Kaer Morhen.
Dean Philosophicus
Academy dean
The dean of Oxenfurt Academy who oversees academic affairs and scholarly research.
Dean's Assistant Scroll-keeper
Academic administrator
The administrative assistant to the dean of Oxenfurt Academy.
Dimeritium Miner
Dwarf miner
A dwarf miner who provides information about dimeritium, the anti-magic metal that affects Ciri's...
Elder Servant Faithful
Long-term servant
An elderly servant who has worked at Kaer Morhen for many decades.
Elder Vserad
Village elder
The elder of a village near Kaer Morhen who remembers the old days when witchers were more common.
Elven Lorekeeper Ancient
Elven historian
An elven scholar who preserves ancient knowledge and elven history.
Enchanter Magic-binder
Enchantment expert
A mage who specializes in binding magical effects to physical objects.
Encyclopedia Maximus
University scholar
A scholar at Oxenfurt University who researches magical phenomena and provides academic insight...
Eskel
Witcher, supportive mentor
A witcher at Kaer Morhen who is more gentle and understanding than Lambert. His face is scarred...
Failed Candidate Hopeful
Failed candidate
A young person who failed the witcher trials but remains at Kaer Morhen as a helper.
Gatherer Plant-finder
Herb collector
A person who gathers rare herbs and plants for magical and medicinal use.
Groundskeeper Gardens
Magical groundskeeper
The keeper of Aretuza's magical gardens where rare plants and components are grown.
Groundskeeper Hedge-trim
Academy maintenance
The groundskeeper who maintains the academy's gardens and buildings.
Groundskeeper Thaler
Fortress groundskeeper
The keeper of Kaer Morhen's grounds who maintains the ancient fortress and its training areas.
Healer Acolyte Gentle
Healing student
A young acolyte learning the healing arts at the Temple of Melitele.
Herbalist Mossy
Mountain herbalist
A local herbalist who gathers medicinal plants in the mountains around Kaer Morhen.
Illusionist Mind-weaver
Illusion expert
A mage who creates complex illusions and mental manipulations.
Instructor Mindforge
Mental magic instructor
An instructor specializing in mental magic and magical theory at Aretuza.
Instructor Spellweave
Magic instructor
A magical instructor at Aretuza who teaches advanced spellcasting techniques.
Iola (Blood of Elves)
Silent priestess
The silent priestess continues her service at the Temple of Melitele, maintaining her vow of...
Kaer Morhen Cook
Keep cook
The person responsible for preparing meals at Kaer Morhen. One of the few non-witcher residents of...
Kaer Morhen Stable Master
Stable keeper
The keeper of horses and other animals at Kaer Morhen. Helps teach Ciri riding and animal care.
Keeper Gate-warden
Portal guardian
A mage responsible for maintaining and monitoring magical portals.
Keeper of Tomes Marcus
Fortress librarian
The keeper of Kaer Morhen's ancient library who assists with research into magical and historical...
Kitchen Servant Ladle
Kitchen helper
A kitchen servant who helps prepare meals and maintain the fortress kitchen.
Lambert
Witcher, reluctant instructor
A younger witcher at Kaer Morhen, known for his cynical attitude and sharp tongue. He's initially...
Leo
Witcher trainee
A young man training at Kaer Morhen who hasn't undergone the witcher mutations yet. Serves as a...
Mahakaman Smith
Master smith
A skilled dwarf blacksmith from Mahakam who provides weapons and armor. Known for exceptional...
Marti Södergren
University professor
A professor at Oxenfurt University who studies magical theory and provides academic perspective on...
Master Armorer Keldar
Fortress armorer
The fortress armorer who maintains and repairs witcher equipment and weapons.
Merchant Packload
Supply merchant
A traveling merchant who occasionally brings supplies to the remote witcher stronghold.
Miner Crystal-seeker
Crystal miner
A miner who extracts magical crystals and dimeritium from mountain deposits.
Mountain Guide Ivo
Mountain guide
A local guide who knows the mountain passes around Kaer Morhen. Helps travelers navigate the...
Nenneke (Blood of Elves)
Spiritual advisor
The priestess continues to provide guidance to Geralt about Ciri's education and the growing...
Oxenfurt Rector
University rector
The head of Oxenfurt University who oversees the academic research into magical phenomena and...
Pilgrim Devout
Religious seeker
A religious pilgrim seeking spiritual guidance and miraculous healing.
Pilgrim Mikael
Religious pilgrim
A devoted pilgrim who comes to the Temple of Melitele seeking healing and spiritual guidance.
Professor Lecturn
History professor
A professor specializing in political history and the relationships between kingdoms.
Professor Naturalist
Natural philosophy professor
A professor who studies natural philosophy and the properties of magical creatures.
Researcher Theory-seeker
Magical theorist
A magical researcher investigating theoretical aspects of magical arts.
Researcher Time-student
Time magic theorist
A theoretical mage researching the dangerous and poorly understood magic of time.
Researcher Void-walker
Dimensional scholar
A researcher investigating other dimensions and planes of existence.
Scholar Carduin
Book collector
A collector of rare books and magical texts who provides research materials to scholars and mages.
Scholar Chaos-seeker
Chaos theorist
A scholarly mage investigating the fundamental nature of chaos and magical energy.
Servant Golem Clay
Magical servant
A golem servant that performs manual labor for mages and scholars.
Shepherd Woolback
Mountain shepherd
A mountain shepherd who tends flocks in the high pastures near Kaer Morhen.
Smith Ironhand
Village smith
The blacksmith of a nearby village who sometimes does work for the witchers.
Student Scholar Bookworm
Linguistics student
A studious academy member who focuses on linguistic studies and translation.
Student Scholar Quillpen
University student
A dedicated student at Oxenfurt Academy studying ancient history and magical theory.
Summoner Element-caller
Summoning specialist
A mage specializing in summoning and controlling elemental forces.
Temple Guard Captain
Temple guard
The captain of guards at the Temple of Melitele who provides security and maintains order at the...
Temple Scribe
Temple scribe
A learned scribe at the Temple of Melitele who keeps records and assists with correspondence.
Tinker Fix-all
Traveling craftsman
A traveling tinker who repairs pots, pans, and small items for mountain communities.
Tissaia de Vries
Academy rector, magical authority
Also known as: Rector of Aretuza
The Rector of Aretuza, the premier magical academy. She is one of the most powerful and respected...
Transmuter Shape-changer
Transmutation master
A mage who specializes in changing the form and properties of matter.
Triss Merigold
Concerned teacher
Also known as: Triss
Recognizes that Ciri's powers are beyond her ability to safely train. Recommends seeking help from...
Uncle Vesemir's Stories
Historical witchers
References to other witchers and the old days of Kaer Morhen that Vesemir shares with Ciri during...
University Librarian
Academic librarian
The keeper of Oxenfurt University's vast library. Knowledgeable about magical texts and historical...
Vesemir
Elder witcher, trainer
Also known as: The Old Wolf
The oldest and most experienced witcher at Kaer Morhen. He serves as a father figure to the younger...
Village Elder Memory
Community elder
An elder who remembers the old times and traditional ways of the mountain communities.
Village Wise Woman Remedy
Village healer
A village healer who uses traditional remedies and herbal medicine.
Wise Woman Tomira
Folk healer
A local healer and herbalist who provides traditional remedies and wisdom. Knows about magical...
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