Ep. 86 — 301 "Shaerrawedd" from Netflix's The Witcher

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This discussion of Netflix's The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in July 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers' and actors' strikes.

Gintare from the UK and Vang from Denmark join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix's The Witcher Episode 301 "Shaerrawedd". Very important bits include: Yennefer and Geralt's evolving relationship, the newly abstract nature of Dol Blathanna, the development of Ciri's morals and ideals, and dead devils.

• [0:00] Cold Open
• [1:24] Introduction
• [3:05] Guest Introductions
• [7:44] Episode Recap
• [10:56] Overall Thoughts
• [16:03] Vang's Artistic Inspiration
• [16:47] References and Easter Eggs
• [18:33] Francesca's Song
• [20:56] Transition from S2 to S2
• [23:11] Yennefer & Geralt's Relationship
• [28:40] Dol Blathanna
• [32:53] Ciri's Morals and Ideals
• [38:22] Should Geralt have spared Rience?
• [43:58] Raising the Stakes After Shaerrawedd
• [51:53] Final Thoughts
• [53:58] Outro
• [55:58] End Credits

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