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Geralt of Rivia

Geralt of Rivia, also known as the White Wolf, is the main protagonist of The Witcher franchise. He is a genetically enhanced monster hunter known as a Witcher, trained from childhood to battle deadly creatures. Geralt is known for his stoicism, moral complexity, and the challenges he faces as an outsider in a world full of prejudice and political intrigue. Throughout his journey, he navigates the complicated relationships with his loved ones, including Yennefer of Vengerberg and Ciri, while grappling with his own sense of destiny.

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Video Game Screenshot of Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher 3 (2015)
Created By
Andrzej Sapkowski
Cast
Henry Cavill, Doug Cockle, Liam Hemsworth
First Appearance
The Witcher: The Last Wish
Alias
The White Wolf, Gwynbleidd, Butcher of Blaviken
RELATIONSHIPS
Yennefer of Vengerberg (lover), Ciri (adopted daughter, ward), Vesemir (mentor), Triss Merigold (friend and occasional lover), Dandelion/Jaskier (friend)
Alliance
Witchers of Kaer Morhen, Yennefer of Vengerberg, Ciri, various kingdoms and factions depending on the situation

Movies
The Hexer (Wiedźmin), The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep
Video Games
The Witcher, Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales, The Witcher IV
Franchise
The Witcher
POWERS
Enhanced strength, agility, and reflexes due to mutations, master swordsman, alchemy, monster knowledge, limited magical abilities (Signs: Aard, Igni, Yrden, Quen, Axii)
HISTORY
Geralt was taken to Kaer Morhen as a child and underwent rigorous training and mutations to become a Witcher, a professional monster hunter. He earned the name "Butcher of Blaviken" after a bloody incident in the town of Blaviken. Throughout his life, Geralt struggles with the consequences of his mutations, which make him both a powerful fighter and a social outcast. His life is forever changed when he invokes the Law of Surprise and becomes the guardian of Ciri, a child with a powerful destiny. His relationship with Yennefer, a sorceress, is ionate and tumultuous, filled with love and conflict.
NAME
Geralt of Rivia
Age
Approximately 100 years old
Height
Approximately 6'0" (183 cm)
Tabletop Games
The Witcher Monopoly, The Witcher: Old World, The Witcher: Path Of Destiny

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