Can You Dump Triss in The Witcher 3? A Comprehensive Guide to Romancing, Rejecting, and Repercussions

Yes, you absolutely can “dump” Triss Merigold in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The game offers a complex web of romantic choices, and deciding whether to pursue a relationship with Triss is a key part of that. It all boils down to the choices you make during her personal questline, particularly the quest “Now or Never.” Telling her you love her at the end of that quest solidifies the romance. However, choosing other dialogue options will essentially lock you out of a romantic relationship with her, effectively “dumping” her, albeit in a more polite way.

Understanding the Romance Mechanics

The Witcher 3 doesn’t hold your hand when it comes to romance. It requires careful consideration of your dialogue choices and a clear understanding of the consequences. Unlike some games where you can simply pursue multiple relationships simultaneously without penalty, The Witcher 3 actively discourages it. Trying to romance both Triss and Yennefer will lead to a humorous but ultimately undesirable outcome for Geralt.

The Critical Moment: “Now or Never”

This quest is the absolute turning point for your potential relationship with Triss. During “Now or Never“, Triss is preparing to leave Novigrad with other mages. Your interactions with her during this quest determine your romantic fate.

• Choosing to say “I love you”: If you tell Triss you love her at the end of the quest, she will stay with Geralt, and if you also refuse Yennefer later, you will get the ending where Geralt and Triss live together.

• Choosing other dialogue options: Selecting options that express friendship, doubt, or a general lack of romantic interest will essentially “dump” Triss. She will still leave on the boat, and while she might teleport back briefly while talking to Reuven, this is unrelated. She simply comes back to say her goodbyes and you cannot romance her any more.

Consequences of Rejecting Triss

Rejecting Triss has several consequences:

• No Romantic Epilogue: You won’t get the “happy ending” where Geralt lives with Triss in Kovir, with her working as a royal advisor and Geralt continuing as a Witcher.

• Yennefer Remains an Option: If you reject Triss, you keep the possibility of romancing Yennefer open (provided you make the right choices in her questline).

• Neutral Ending: If you reject both Triss and Yennefer, you’ll likely get a “neutral” ending where Geralt is alone or focused solely on Ciri’s well-being.

FAQs: Your Burning Triss-Related Questions Answered

Here’s a comprehensive list of Frequently Asked Questions to help you navigate the complexities of romancing (or not romancing) Triss in The Witcher 3.

H3 General Romance Questions

1. Can you romance both Triss and Yennefer? Trying to romance both Yennefer and Triss simultaneously is not advisable and will end badly for Geralt. They will discover your attempts and subject you to a humiliating prank.
2. Is it better to romance Triss or Yennefer? It’s subjective and depends on your preferences. Triss offers a sweeter and smoother relationship, but she has less screen time. Yennefer’s relationship is more complex and passionate, with a longer questline and more romance scenes. At the end of the day, the story choices are up to the player and neither ends up effecting gameplay in The Witcher 3.
3. Does romancing Shani affect my chances with Triss or Yennefer? No, romancing Shani during the Hearts of Stone expansion does not impact your chances with Triss or Yennefer. Shani is not a major romantic interest like Triss or Yennefer.

H3: Specific Triss Romance Questions

4. What happens if I say “I love you” to Triss? Telling Triss that you love her during the “Now or Never” quest will lock you into a romantic relationship with her. If you also reject Yennefer later on, you’ll get an ending where they are together.
5. Is there a way to make Triss stay without saying “I love you”? According to game guides, there isn’t. The “I love you” dialogue option is the key trigger for solidifying the romance and making her stay.
6. What happens if Triss sails away? She sails away no matter what. What matters is if she teleports back while you’re talking to Reuven. This happens if you said goodbye to her as a friend.
7. What are the consequences of romancing Triss? If you romance Triss, you can get a unique epilogue where she becomes a royal advisor and Geralt continues as a Witcher. However, it means you cannot romance Yennefer, and attempting to do so will result in a negative outcome.
8. Is it worth romancing Triss? If you prefer a more straightforward and less tumultuous relationship, romancing Triss can be very rewarding. However, be aware that her romance questline is shorter than Yennefer’s.
9. Can I be friends with Yennefer if I choose Triss? While there’s no official “friendship” ending, it’s unlikely that Yennefer will be pleased with your choice of Triss. Their relationship is already complicated, and your romantic entanglement with Triss will likely strain it further.
10. Does kissing Triss ruin things with Yennefer? Kissing Triss Won’t Upset Yennefer In The Witcher 3. However, telling Triss that he loves her during the “Now or Never” quest will end with the two sleeping together, and understandably, Yen will not be too pleased with his actions.

H3 Triss and Plot Related Questions

11. How do I talk to Menge without torturing Triss? To maintain your cover, select the answer “Fine, take her.” You will be taken into the adjacent room to see Menge himself. If you do not want Triss to be tortured at all, you may opt for a giant fight with the Witch Hunters.
12. Can I let Triss get tortured? The guide on VG247 says that if you protect Triss and start a fight, Reuven is pretty mad at you, and won’t turn up to help you later in the game. If you let her suffer torture, Triss forgives you and is, in fact, rather less angry at you than the alternative.
13. Is Triss pretending to be drunk? Yes, it happens during the quest “A Matter of Life and Death.” Triss once again shows she can be manipulative, even when she acts sweet, pretending to get very drunk, very fast.
14. Who choked Triss? In a vision Ciri had, an elf mother clutching a crying baby turned, choking Triss while warning that Ciri is “the child of wrath” who will destroy humanity. This does not actually happen in the main storyline.
15. Should I do get junior before Count Reuven’s treasure? Talking about the lute player will start another main quest titled “Count Reuven’s Treasure,” which is advised to be tackled later. It’s smart to have it sued up and ready though. After the tour in the secret cellar, climb out and reselect “Get Junior” as your quest.

Making Your Choice

Ultimately, the choice of whether to romance Triss (or not) is yours. Consider your own preferences, your Geralt’s personality, and the kind of relationship you want him to have. Remember that your decisions have consequences, and the romantic path you choose will significantly impact Geralt’s ending.

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