Has Geralt had Aerondight before?
Geralt has indeed had Aerondight before, as he received it from the Lady of the Lake in the first Witcher game, but lost it in the prologue of the second game, only to have the opportunity to acquire it again in The Witcher 3 during the Blood and Wine DLC. The Aerondight sword holds significant importance in the Witcher series, symbolizing Geralt’s role as the Sword of Destiny and possessing unique properties that make it a highly valuable asset in combat.
Introduction to Aerondight
History of Aerondight
Aerondight in the Witcher Series
To provide more insight into Aerondight and its significance in the Witcher series, let’s delve into some frequently asked questions about this iconic sword.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the history of Aerondight? Aerondight is a unique Silver sword introduced in The Witcher, received by Geralt from the Lady of the Lake. It symbolizes Geralt’s role as the Sword of Destiny and was once owned by a “great warrior” before being left in the depths of Lake Vizima near Black Tern Island.
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When did Geralt first get Aerondight? Geralt first received Aerondight after completing the Hermit’s tasks and defeating him in a trial of combat, leading to the Hermit’s transformation into the Lady of the Lake, who then gifted Geralt the sword.
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Does Geralt have Aerondight in the books? No, Aerondight is a game-exclusive sword and does not appear in the Witcher book series by Andrzej Sapkowski.
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Is there a better sword than Aerondight? One sword that surpasses Aerondight in terms of damage is Gesheft, a craftable sword whose diagram can be found in a monster den northeast of Beauclair. Gesheft offers high damage and doubled critical hit damage, making it slightly better than Aerondight.
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Can Aerondight be upgraded? Aerondight cannot be upgraded by any smith or runewright due to its unique properties, which include generating charges that increase sword damage by 10% with each blow.
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What is the max level for Aerondight sword? The maximum potential level of Aerondight increases as the player levels up, capping at level 100, allowing the sword to reach its final maximum level as the player progresses.
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What kind of sword is Aerondight? Aerondight is a Silver sword, one of the most useful weapons in The Witcher 3, particularly effective against monsters due to its silver properties.
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How strong can Aerondight get? Aerondight’s strength increases with the player’s level and through killing monsters with it at full charge. Its damage is increased by up to 190, depending on the character level.
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When did Geralt lose Aerondight? Geralt lost Aerondight in the prologue of The Witcher 2 but had the opportunity to find it again in The Witcher 3 during the Blood and Wine DLC.
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Is Aerondight the best Silver sword? Yes, Aerondight is considered the best Silver sword in the game due to its unique properties and the ability to increase its damage as the player levels up.
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What sword does the most damage in The Witcher 3? Aerondight is noted for being one of the most OP swords in The Witcher 3, with the ability to increase its damage by 10% with each hit and always incur critical damage when fully charged.
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Can Geralt get Ciri’s sword? In The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Geralt acquires Ciri’s Sword from Master Ort as a gift for Ciri, highlighting their bond and Ciri’s unique role as the first and only girl trained as a Witcher.
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What happened to Geralt’s second sword? Geralt’s second sword, made of silver, often disappears and reappears throughout The Witcher novels, typically carried by his horse, Roach, rather than on Geralt’s back.
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Did Geralt retire in Toussaint? Regardless of the game’s ending, Geralt retires to a vineyard in Toussaint, deciding to spend his days in leisure, with either Yen or Triss visiting him, depending on the player’s romantic choices.
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Has Geralt been to Toussaint? Yes, Geralt has been to Toussaint, where he meets the Duchess and is granted permission to stay at Beauclair Castle, marking a significant part of his journey in The Witcher 3.