The Witcher was released late in 2019, and it became popular right away. Of course, it is based on a series of books, not to mention the hit video game series. Yet there's also something about this story that is definitely appealing to a wider audience, outside of just the fans of the books and games. Fans enjoy the tale of Geralt of Rivia (Henry Cavill), Yennefer of Vengerberg (Anya Chalotra), and Ciri of Cintra (Freya Allan).
The Witcher Season 2 has the potential to be even better than the first. It might show a different side to all three protagonists, but especially Geralt and Ciri. Their relationship has been built up since the beginning of the story. They are each other's destiny, after all. This leads some to wonder: will Geralt and Ciri's relationship in The Witcher Season 2 satisfy fans?
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After all the build-up, many are certainly hoping it will. The Witcher Season 2 has a big job to do, yet so did season 1. The writers of The Witcher seem to be up to the task of taking viewers on this fantastical journey. Although, Geralt and Ciri's relationship will need to be done right after all of the anticipation. It's a delicate balance and one that would be daunting for any writer's room.
However, fans probably don't need to worry. Not including the confusing timeline, which was there for a reason, season 1 was pretty good with its characters and plots. Since both Geralt and Ciri are main characters in The Witcher Season 2, the writers must know that they have a lot to live up to. This includes the ideas of Geralt and Ciri's relationship fans of the books and games have. Fortunately, there are some promising signs.
To understand Geralt and Ciri's relationship, it is crucial to understand what led them here. Geralt spent most of season 1 running away from his destiny while Ciri was running towards it. Geralt, in Netflix's version of events, didn't necessarily want a child of surprise. Ciri has gotten used to taking care of herself. So there's bound to be some friction between them. The Witcher Season 2 will likely show that friction. Geralt won't know how to act with Ciri. Ciri might not take kindly to an overprotective Geralt. There will be tension, but it isn't likely to stay that way. In an interview with TV Guide, showrunner Lauren Schmidt Hissrich discusses the relationship.
According to her, the books skip through a lot of time after Geralt and Ciri's meeting. What she and the writers of The Witcher Season 2 found, however, is that they "didn't actually want to skip over those first months of them getting to know each other." Part of the fun of writing the show is taking two strangers who have reluctantly accepted each other and watching them grow together. And there will definitely be growth. Though not much has been shown from The Witcher Season 2 so far, the teasers that have been released seem to suggest a bond between the two characters. Therefore, it seems possible that fans will be satisfied with Geralt and Ciri's relationship in The Witcher Season 2. It will grow organically, and fans will get to see it grow. What could be more satisfying than that?
The Witcher Season 2 will also include other Witchers since Geralt will be taking Ciri to Kaer Morhen. These other Witchers might either help or hurt Geralt and Ciri's relationship. But in the end, Geralt and Ciri are going to end up closer. The Witcher Season 2, if it's anything like season 1, will be great at developing all of its characters. Even the smallest secondary character will be important. And Ciri and Geralt are the main characters so just think of all the development they'll get. Their relationship will likely be a major focus of The Witcher Season 2. Season 2 will also feature Nenneke, a priestess who might also help Geralt and Ciri. In the books, she is often a voice of reason for Geralt. Therefore, she might help him and Ciri grow closer.
Of course, fans will have to wait and see what happens in The Witcher Season 2. However, things certainly look promising. Not every fan will be interested in Geralt and Ciri's relationship. And it might not satisfy everyone. That would not be easy. Yet Geralt and Ciri's relationship seems like it'll be a treat for fans. And after all the build-up, that would definitely be amazing. Seeing these two intriguing characters develop a bond sounds great. Geralt and Ciri both definitely deserve to have good people in their lives. And they could be one of those people for each other.
The Witcher Season 2, if it's done well, will give a well-written adoptive parent-child relationship. And that is what Geralt and Ciri are meant to be. Fans will definitely be rooting for the two of them to be something special. So hopefully, the writers will give them the respect they deserve.
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