Characters
The central figures of The Witcher IV, led by Ciri as the protagonist of the new saga.
The characters of The Witcher IV belong to a new saga led by Ciri. CD Projekt Red presents her as the game's protagonist and as a professional monster slayer whose choices will shape the direction of the story.
Character List
| Character | Role | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Ciri | Protagonist | A professional monster slayer and the central figure of the new Witcher saga. |
Overview
The cinematic reveal follows Ciri during a witcher contract in a remote village, where she confronts a monster and the ritual that has formed around it.
The new saga moves the central perspective away from Geralt of Rivia's completed trilogy and toward Ciri's life as a witcher. Her history remains connected to Geralt, Yennefer, the Elder Blood, and the events of the earlier Witcher stories, but The Witcher IV presents her as the lead of her own journey.
The reveal material emphasizes Ciri's independence, her willingness to intervene in human conflict, and her role as a monster hunter. Her use of a sword, chain, and magic gives the new protagonist a distinct physical and visual identity.
SOURCES
- Official The Witcher 4 site
Official product page presenting The Witcher IV as the beginning of a new saga centered on Ciri.
- The Witcher IV revealed at The Game Awards
CD Projekt Red press release confirming Ciri as the protagonist.