The love story of Yennefer and Geralt is one of the most iconic romances in the fantasy genre — a bold statement, especially given the fact that The Witcher series arguably wasn’t even all that popular before making it into the realm of video games, where it took Yennefer all the way till the end of the game before she was even introduced in Geralt’s life once again.
However, perhaps that wasn’t too big of a deal — the chemistry between Yennefer and Geralt was more than apparent from their very first dialogue exchange in the game. It was clear to players that the history they shared was immense and better off left unsaid.
That being said, people who have researched into this relationship know for a fact just how explosive their arguments could be, with the majority of people claiming that Yennefer’s temper reached such immense heights that she would completely eviscerate Geralt if the situation escalated. But what’s the truth?
10 YENNEFER: She’s A Prodigy
Yennefer is considered by many to be one of the most powerful sorceresses in the Continent, and for good reason.
She was a prodigy at the Academy, and never let her skills dull over time. By nurturing her talent, she was able to become one of the most feared magic users of all time.
Geralt will surely have his work cut out for him.
9 GERALT: His Skills With A Sword Are Truly Excellent
However, Geralt is no slouch when it comes to combat — an obvious statement for anyone with even the slightest knowledge of The Witcher. He has a number of skills at his behest to help him take care of any foe, regardless of how powerful they may be.
The first thing that needs to be mentioned in this regard is his swordsmanship skills, which are truly spectacular. In close-range combat, it can be said that Geralt will have the upper hand.
8 YENNEFER: Can Match — If Not Outclass — Geralt’s Speed
However, while Geralt might be as effective and dextrous with a blade as they come, one simply cannot write off Yennefer’s speed either.
The raven-haired sorceress has shown an unparalleled level of speed when it comes to both attack and mobility.
Things might not be as cut-and-dry in close combat as they might seem.
7 GERALT: He Has Decades Of Combat Experience Under His Belt
Decades of monster-slaying and dealing with human riffraff has honed Geralt’s skills to a T, to the point when his combat acumen is truly excellent.
The fact that he has had his fair share of battling sorceresses means that he has a valid strategy that he can follow in a fight against Yennefer.
6 YENNEFER: She Can Use Forcefields To Block Damage In Combat
To say that Yennefer only has an offensive mindset would be a gross mistake. While it’s true that Yennefer’s destructive capacities are something to behold, it’s her defense that can make or break this battle.
The fact that she was able to form a forcefield that could cover the area of an entire city should be more than enough to illustrate just how absolute her defense really his. Blocking a solitary witcher’s attack should be a piece of cake, in comparison.
5 GERALT: His Signs Can Be Useful In A Pinch
However, brute force isn’t the only reliable moveset in Geralt’s arsenal. If push comes to shove, he can definitely fall back on his witcher Signs to take his attacker by surprise.
All his Signs can have some application in battle, and while using these Signs against an opponent with highly superior magic might not be a smart action to rely on, it can definitely spice up Geralt’s combat strategy and keep Yennefer guessing.
4 YENNEFER: Geralt’s Affection For Her Can Play In Her Favor
The relationship between Geralt and Yennefer is equal parts endearing and calamitous, with the two going at each other’s necks in certain heated moments.
However, Geralt has mostly been the voice of reason in these arguments, mostly due to the soft spot he has for Yennefer. While this doesn’t mean that Yennefer would take advantage of Geralt’s emotions in battle, it does imply that Geralt won’t be fully focused in battle if he’s attacking someone he loves.
3 GERALT: He Can Use The Gift Of Alchemy To Augment His Skills In Battle
If his enhanced combat skills aren’t enough to win this battle, Geralt can always rely on a potion or two to make things easier for him.
His alchemical concoctions can do everything from enhancing his reflexes to bolstering his defense, turning him into a superhuman of sorts that Yennefer will certainly find quite challenging to deal with in a one-on-one battle.
2 YENNEFER: Won’t Hold Anything Back In A Physical Confrontation With Geralt
We’ve already touched upon Geralt’s soft spot for Yennefer and how it might affect his fight against Yennefer. However, this doesn’t really go both ways.
This doesn’t mean that Yennefer isn’t all that fond of Geralt — she clearly is. However, she’s also a dedicated individual who always tries and accomplish the thing she puts her mind to.
So, in a fight against her lover, Yennefer certainly won’t let any emotion leak out if she’s hell-bent on winning this confrontation.
1 GERALT: Knows Yennefer’s Tricks Inside-Out
The relationship that Geralt and Yennefer share is so deep that both people know everything there is to know about each other.
This also implies that Geralt will have a complete understanding of Yennefer’s skills in combat, allowing him to devise a tailor-made strategy that can work against this powerful sorceress.
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