What did Geralt do to Pavetta?
Geralt, the Witcher, claimed the Law of Surprise from Pavetta’s husband, Duny, as a form of payment for saving his life, which led to Geralt becoming the guardian of Pavetta’s unborn child, Ciri. This Law of Surprise is an ancient tradition where a person can claim something that is unknown or unseen, and in this case, Geralt unknowingly claimed the unborn child, Ciri, who would later become a central figure in his life.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Pavetta and Geralt’s Relationship
- Why did Pavetta throw up in Witcher? Pavetta threw up during her wedding, revealing that she was pregnant, and her child would become Geralt’s Child of Surprise.
- Who got Pavetta pregnant if Geralt is sterile? Duny, Pavetta’s husband, got her pregnant, and Geralt is not Ciri’s biological father.
- Did Geralt know Pavetta was pregnant in the Witcher books? Geralt knew Pavetta was pregnant when he claimed the Law of Surprise, knowing it would give him guardianship of the baby.
About Pavetta’s Powers and Family
- Why was Pavetta so powerful? Pavetta’s powers came from her bloodline, which was an ancient mystical bloodline that skipped generations and manifested in women of the line.
- How did Pavetta get her powers? Pavetta got her powers from her mother, Calanthe, who had the main version of the Elder Blood running through her veins.
- How old was Pavetta when she had Ciri? Pavetta was only about 16 years old when she gave birth to Ciri.
About Geralt’s Relationship with Ciri
- Did Pavetta sleep with Geralt? No, Geralt never slept with Pavetta, and Ciri is his daughter by choice, not biologically.
- Why did Geralt claim the Law of Surprise? Geralt claimed the Law of Surprise as payment for saving Duny’s life, which led to him becoming Ciri’s guardian.
About Duny’s Character and Motivations
- Did Duny really love Pavetta? Duny’s love for Pavetta is unclear, but it is suggested that he married her to lift his curse, and he may not have truly loved her.
- How much older was Duny than Pavetta? Duny is estimated to be at least 15 years older than Pavetta.
About Ciri’s Powers and Destiny
- Why is Ciri more powerful than Pavetta? Ciri’s Elder Blood gives her innate access to powerful magic energies, making her more powerful than Pavetta.
- What happened to Ciri when Pavetta died? Ciri was raised by her parents until she was about five years old, when they died at sea, and she was then entrusted to the care of her grandmother.
About the Consequences of the Law of Surprise
- Who kills Pavetta? Pavetta ultimately figured out Duny’s plans and arranged to leave Ciri behind, with her grandmother, but she fell overboard and drowned during an argument with Duny.
- Why did Pavetta float? Pavetta’s screams generated powerful energy, knocking people to the ground and creating a whirlwind that allowed her to float in midair.
- What did Emhyr want with Ciri? Emhyr wanted to impregnate Ciri so their child could fulfill a prophecy and become the ruler of the world.