The Witcher Codex

Witcher Schools

From the disciplined Witchers of the Wolf to the venomous Vipers, each school forged its own path through blood, steel, and sorcery.

Explore the philosophies, symbols, and fighting styles of each legendary Witcher school. Choose your path wisely — each holds its own secrets.

Legendary Schools

School of the Wolf

School of the Wolf

Founded at Kaer Morhen, the Wolf School trains Witchers in balanced swordplay and signs. Its members value discipline, loyalty, and adaptability. Known for producing legendary Witchers like Geralt and Vesemir, the school emphasizes moral independence and professional neutrality.

School of the Cat

School of the Cat

The Cat School favors agility, stealth, and assassination. Its Witchers are often emotionally unstable and operate alone, relying on speed and precision. Their training is harsh and controversial, producing feared figures like Brehen and Gaetan.

School of the Griffin

School of the Griffin

Griffin Witchers combine martial skill with magical discipline. They are scholars and tacticians, often acting as mediators. Founded by Erland of Larvik, the school values honor, knowledge, and mastery of signs.

School of the Bear

School of the Bear

Bear Witchers are solitary and resilient, trained to survive in the harshest conditions. They wear heavy armor and rely on brute strength. Though few members are known, their legacy is one of endurance and raw power.

School of the Viper

School of the Viper

Viper Witchers specialize in poisons and dual blades. Secretive and deadly, they often operate in political shadows. Letho of Gulet, Serrit, and Auckes are infamous for their roles in royal assassinations and covert missions.

School of the Manticore

School of the Manticore

Manticore Witchers focus on alchemy and survivalism. Their techniques are rare and potent, involving exotic potions and battlefield control. Little is known of their members, and the school is considered lost to legend.

Notable Witchers

Geralt of Rivia

Geralt of Rivia

School: Wolf

Geralt is famed for his neutrality, mastery of signs, and moral complexity. A legend of Kaer Morhen.

Vesemir

Vesemir

School: Wolf

The oldest living Witcher and mentor to many. Wise, loyal, and deeply tied to the Wolf school’s legacy.

Letho of Gulet

Letho of Gulet

School: Viper

A powerful and pragmatic Witcher known for his role in political assassinations and his mastery of poisons.

Brehen

Brehen

School: Cat

Feared for his cruelty and instability, Brehen reflects the darker edge of the Cat school’s philosophy.

Erland of Larvik

Erland of Larvik

School: Griffin

A founding member of the Griffin school, known for his scholarly approach and mastery of magical signs.

Unknown Witcher

Lost to Legend

School: Bear or Manticore

Some Witchers walk paths so remote their names are lost to time. Their schools endure only in whispers and ruins.

“Evil is evil. Lesser, greater, middling... makes no difference.” — Geralt of Rivia