The Witcher 3’s Deleted Yennefer Ending Cutscene Explained

The Witcher 3's Deleted Yennefer Ending Cutscene Explained

As a long-time gamer who has spent countless hours immersed in the rich world of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, I’m thrilled to see that the community continues to uncover new secrets and hidden gems within this masterpiece of a game. The recent discovery of deleted scenes restored through the Witcher REDkit modding tool has given us a glimpse into what could have been and added depth to the already intriguing storyline.


Over the past nearly decade, “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt” continues to captivate fans with its rich content. The latest addition, the “Witcher” REDkit modding tool, has ignited a renewed interest in the game. Remarkably, a skilled modder named Glassfish unearthed an abandoned ending, using deleted scenes that were once discarded by CD Projekt RED. This resurrected content brings to light intriguing possibilities about alternate scenarios for the franchise.

As a gamer, I can tell you that the added scenes in “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt” provide some valuable closure to certain storylines that weren’t fully resolved in the original endings. These scenes don’t alter the core gameplay mechanics, such as multiple dialogue options and dynamic reactions, which were already well-established. Instead, they offer a fresh perspective and deepen the narrative.

The Witcher 3’s Deleted Scenes Amplify Yennefer’s Motives and Priorities

The outcome of the Lodge of Sorceresses remained uncertain in all potential conclusions of “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt,” as the game primarily centered around Geralt’s storyline, along with that of his adopted daughter, Ciri. Initially, following Geralt’s victory against Eredin, King of the Wild Hunt, Yennefer was to transport them to Tor Gvalch’ca, where Ciri and Avallac’h were situated according to the lore. However, in the revised scenes, an injured Geralt awoke in a hospital rather than being rescued. There, he encountered Yennefer, Triss, and Nilfgaardians, and began his quest to locate Ciri by gathering information.

In due course, the Coven of Sorceresses assemble to perform a ritual aimed at discovering Ciri’s whereabouts. Their efforts prove fruitful, but Emhyr, the emperor of Nilfgaard and Ciri’s father, issues an order for the capture of the Sorceresses, with the exception of Yennefer. Seeking Ciri herself, Yennefer deceitfully persuades her fellow sisters to assist Emhyr, feigning a promise of amnesty. Moreover, she concealed their powers from them, enabling their apprehension. Prior to the gathering, Yennefer bestows upon Triss a protective brooch to safeguard her magical abilities and facilitate her escape. Consequently, Geralt and Yennefer embark on their journey towards Tor Gvalch’ca.

The Status of Geralt’s Relationship With Skellige Was Up to the Player

In an alternate scene not present in the initial game, Geralt’s connection with Skellige, one of his ally realms, is explored further. Prior to the Lodge of Sorceresses convening to locate Ciri, Geralt attends Crach, Jarl of Skellige’s funeral. Subsequently, either Cerys, Hjalmar (Crach’s children) or Donar, Jarl of Hindarsfjall arrives to claim Crach’s body, depending on who presently rules Skellige. Regardless of who shows up, they express disapproval upon discovering Geralt aiding the Nilfgaardians. Geralt’s response to this situation – positive, negative, or silent – influences their feelings towards him.

Deletion of The Witcher 3’s Scenes Was a Creative Decision

In summary, it’s plausible that CDPR chose to exclude certain scenes from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for creative reasons. The placement of these deleted scenes disrupts the flow of the game’s pacing, particularly following the climactic battle with Eredin. Instead of leading seamlessly into the final quest and resolution, they created an extended intermission in modded versions of the game.

As a gamer, I believe keeping the unresolved scenes instead of deleting them adds depth to the game’s narrative. It allows Geralt and Ciri’s relationship to take center stage, leading to a more satisfying conclusion. Additionally, it fuels the imagination of players who enjoy speculating about potential outcomes. This keeps the gaming community engaged in intriguing discussions long after the game has ended.

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2024-07-14 03:06