Triss' Wedding Cut from 'The Witcher 3'

In the Witcher 3's "Ashen Marriage" quest, set in Novigrad, Geralt assists Triss Merigold and her fiancé, Castello, with wedding preparations. His tasks include monster extermination in the canals, procuring alcohol, and selecting a wedding gift for Triss.

The chosen gift significantly impacts Triss's response. A memory rose, a recurring item from Witcher 2, evokes a powerful emotional reaction, while less sentimental gifts receive a cooler reception.

However, Dijkstra's revelation of Castello's ties to witch hunters throws a wrench into the proceedings. Castello is revealed to be under duress, blackmailed by the hunters who threaten to expose his daughter from a previous marriage.

Geralt can choose to reveal this truth to Triss, either alone or with Castello. Regardless, the wedding is called off. Triss is either disappointed in her fiancé or appreciative of his honesty, but concludes the marriage was premature.

This unexpected turn could have enriched Geralt and Triss's dynamic and further developed supporting characters.