Getting the “Good” Ending in The Witcher 3: Blood and Wine
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So, you want the best possible outcome in the Blood and Wine expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt? You’ve come to the right place! Achieving the so-called “good” ending, where both Anna Henrietta and Syanna survive, requires careful decision-making and a specific path through the storyline. It boils down to these key steps:
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Thorough Investigation: When you’re in the palace’s playroom, meticulously read all entries in the journal before interacting with the portal to the Land of a Thousand Fables.
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Sympathetic Understanding: Inside the Land of Fables, speak to Syanna and listen to her side of the story. Show sympathy and understanding towards her perspective.
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The Ribbon’s Protection: Acquire the magic ribbon from the Little Flint Girl (match seller) within the Land of Fables. This ribbon is crucial for Syanna’s survival. Important Note: This action prevents you from meeting the Unseen Elder during “The Night of Long Fangs” quest.
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Convincing Syanna: After the “Pomp and Strange Circumstance” quest and investigating the fifth victim, you will have to confront Syanna regarding her intentions. Convince Syanna to forgive Anna Henrietta for past wrongs and to abandon her vengeful plans. Choose dialogue options that encourage forgiveness and reconciliation.
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Confronting Dettlaff: If you have done everything else correctly, a confrontation between Syanna and Dettlaff will be arranged. After this meeting, you’ll need to kill Dettlaff to secure the “good” ending.
Following these steps ensures that both sisters survive and Toussaint remains relatively peaceful. However, making even a slight deviation can lead to different, often tragic, outcomes. So pay close attention to the details! Playing and understanding games have educational aspects, for example, they promote and reinforce skills and concepts in science and mathematics, as outlined in the research of organizations such as the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Blood and Wine Endings
Here are 15 common questions players have about the endings in Blood and Wine, along with comprehensive answers to help you navigate the complexities of the narrative:
How do I save both sisters in Blood and Wine?
To save both Anna Henrietta and Syanna, you must complete the steps outlined above: read the journal, show Syanna sympathy in the Land of Fables, obtain the ribbon, investigate the fifth victim, and convince Syanna to forgive Anna Henrietta.
Can you save both Dettlaff and Syanna?
No, you cannot save both Dettlaff and Syanna. Dettlaff can only live if you allow him to kill Syanna, but this leads to a terrible ending. To achieve the “good” ending, you must kill Dettlaff after the confrontation between him and Syanna.
Is there any way to save Anna Henrietta if Syanna is going to kill her?
Yes, the magic ribbon from the Little Flint Girl is the key to saving Anna Henrietta from Syanna’s revenge. Without the ribbon, Syanna will likely succeed in killing her sister.
Does sleeping with Syanna affect the ending?
No, romancing Syanna has no impact on the ending you receive in Blood and Wine. It’s a separate event that doesn’t influence the main storyline’s outcome.
What dialogue choices are crucial for the good ending?
When speaking with Syanna, the following dialogue options are essential for setting up the good ending:
- “Cause she turned her back on you, forgot about you.”
- “Ever thought to forgive her?” or “Might ask her that.”
- “She was a child.”
These choices demonstrate empathy and encourage Syanna to reconsider her vengeful path.
What happens if I don’t get the ribbon from the Little Flint Girl?
If you skip getting the ribbon, Syanna will likely kill Anna Henrietta during the ceremony at Tesham Mutna. This leads to one of the bad endings where either both sisters die, or Syanna dies and Anna survives but grieves.
Is it better to kill Dettlaff or let him live?
For the “good” ending, it is absolutely necessary to kill Dettlaff. Letting him live results in a tragic outcome where he kills Syanna, and you may even end up in prison.
What happens if I let Dettlaff kill Syanna?
If you choose to let Dettlaff kill Syanna, Anna Henrietta will survive, but you’ll likely face imprisonment. Dandelion will eventually secure your release, but the ending is far from satisfying.
Can you romance Anna Henrietta in Blood and Wine?
No, Geralt cannot romance Anna Henrietta in Blood and Wine. While the game offers a brief romantic encounter with Syanna, Anna Henrietta remains a non-romanceable character.
Should I free Syanna or find Orianna first?
You must complete the quest “Blood Simple” involving Orianna first. This will give you the necessary context and options to get the “good” ending. You can do this before commiting to finding Syanna in the Land of Fables.
Can you finish Blood and Wine without killing Dettlaff?
You can technically “finish” Blood and Wine without killing Dettlaff, but it won’t be the “good” ending. Avoiding the confrontation leads to a darker, less desirable resolution.
Does Ciri appear in Blood and Wine?
Yes, Ciri can appear in Blood and Wine if she is alive at the end of the main game. She will visit Geralt at Corvo Bianco. Her fate (whether she became a witcher or an empress) will slightly alter the dialogue but doesn’t dramatically change the overall outcome.
How do I investigate the fifth victim in “Pomp and Strange Circumstance“?
Follow the quest markers and use your witcher senses. You need to examine the body closely for clues related to Syanna’s motives and triggers, including deciphering the child’s rhymes. This step is essential for understanding Syanna’s plan and convincing her to change her mind.
Is it bad if Ciri becomes empress?
Whether it’s “bad” is subjective. Some players feel it’s a deviation from her independent spirit. However, becoming empress offers Ciri a safer, more stable life. Ultimately, the best ending for Ciri depends on your personal interpretation of her character and desires.
What happens if I don’t convince Syanna to forgive her sister?
If you fail to convince Syanna to forgive Anna Henrietta, even with the ribbon, she will proceed with her plan for revenge, leading to a tragic end where either both sisters die, or Syanna dies and Anna survives but grieves.
By carefully following these steps and understanding the consequences of your choices, you can achieve the “good” ending in Blood and Wine and ensure a relatively happy ending for Geralt and the sisters of Toussaint!