The Witcher Confirms New Release, Sees Geralt in a New Light
Fans of the White Wolf can prepare for a fresh journey back to the Continent. Geralt of Rivia is set to star in a new graphic novel, simply titled The Witcher, which adapts a classic story from the original book series. This release offers a visually striking new way to experience one of the franchise’s foundational tales.
The project was announced via the official Witcher social media channels. It is a direct adaptation of a short story from The Last Wish, Andrzej Sapkowski’s first collection of Witcher narratives that introduced the world to the monster-hunter for hire.
This graphic novel marks the fourth in a series of comic adaptations from The Last Wish published by Dark Horse Books. It promises to bring Sapkowski’s gritty fantasy world to life with a distinct artistic vision, providing both longtime fans and newcomers a chance to see Geralt’s early adventures in a new format.
The story follows a classic Witcher contract with a royal twist. Geralt pursues a proclamation from a king whose palace is plagued by a bloodthirsty beast. The catch? The bounty is for curing the monster, not killing it, as the king guards a dark secret about what truly lurks beneath his halls.
After numerous failures by charlatans, Geralt steps in to claim the reward—whether by the king’s decree or by the wishes of those who simply want the creature dead. This premise captures the essence of the Witcher’s morally complex profession.
The creative team brings significant pedigree. The adaptation is co-written by the saga’s original author, Andrzej Sapkowski, alongside Aleksandra Zielińska. The art is handled by Michael Dowling and Kai Carpenter, ensuring a faithful yet fresh visual interpretation of the beloved characters and grim atmosphere.
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Scheduled for release on December 16, this graphic novel arrives just in time for the holiday season. It represents a perfect gift for devotees of the books, games, or Netflix series, and a compelling entry point into the richer lore that inspired the global phenomenon.