The main logo of the Netflix series, The Witcher, is symbolic of specific things for each character. But what exactly does it mean

What Does &#8216;The Witcher&#8217; Logo Mean? Here’s Every Hidden Detail You Missed in the Iconic Symbol

Based on the books by Andrzej Sapkowski, The Witcher
[http://netflixjunkie.com/tag/the-witcher/] is one of the most popular series on
Netflix. Henry Cavill [http://netflixjunkie.com/tag/henry-cavill/], Anya
Chalotra, and Freya Allan star as the lead characters with unique powers and
their own struggles. Their unique powers have distinct origins and peculiar
symbols. This famous saga, like other fantasy shows, is filled with many
contexts that the viewers might miss.

Fans love the saga for its stunning plot, character representation, and
thrilling experience, but there’s an additional intriguing factor. It is the
symbol that catches their attention the most. Because, like the tale has a
layered plot structure, the symbol also has explicitly layered meaning.


WHAT DOES THE WITCHER LOGO MEAN?

The logo of the story has 3 distinct elements and each of them symbolizes a
specific character and their powers. It has Gwynbleidd, Zireael, and the
Obsidian Star. Each of these symbols belongs to the protagonists of the series.
Additionally, these symbols are a crucial part of these characters’ background
stories as well. So, which symbol belongs to which character?


GWYNBLEIDD

The first symbol represents Geralt of Rivia. Geralt is a monster hunter and has
received extensive physical and magical training. Given Geralt’s external look
and his way of living, this symbol perfectly suits him. Gwynbleidd is the Elder
Speech for the White Wolf, as seen in the books. This is why even Geralt’s
medallion has this symbol. The medallion serves as an aid for the Witcher to
detect the existence of monsters or magic.

> Henry Cavill's wrap gift and postcard to the cast and crew of #TheWitcher
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/TheWitcher?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw] S3
> pic.twitter.com/mIc7d4DwkH [https://t.co/mIc7d4DwkH]
> 
> — Redanian Intelligence (@RedanianIntel) October 5, 2022
> [https://twitter.com/RedanianIntel/status/1577802142408122368?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



If the viewers notice carefully, Geralt is never seen removing his medallion. In
order to sense the danger ahead, he always kept it on, as can be seen throughout
the series. Therefore, Gwynbleidd is representative of this lead character,
Geralt of Rivia. In fact, when the show was done filming the third season,
Cavill gifted this symbolic gift to the crew
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-henry-cavill-sends-out-a-symbolic-medallion-for-the-witcher-family-as-season-3-enters-post-production/]
as well.


ZIREAEL

This symbol represents the Princess Cirilla of Cintra. After uniting with her
adoptive father, Geralt of Rivia, by the Law of Surprise, Ciri received training
under the White Wolf and received this symbol. The meaning of this symbol is the
swallow in Elder Speech. This symbol also has another meaning which makes more
sense.

> Ciri's sword Zireael from The Witcher 3. #b3d
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/b3d?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw] #Blender3d
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/Blender3d?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]
> #3dmodeling
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> #UnrealEngine5
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> #gameart [https://twitter.com/hashtag/gameart?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]
> pic.twitter.com/1dthdBVPLz [https://t.co/1dthdBVPLz]
> 
> — Jadiel🐝🇵🇷 (@jadielfh) July 29, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/jadielfh/status/1685376798480080896?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



The name Zireael is also the name of the sword constructed for her by gnomes in
Tir Tochair. While training as a Witcher, Cirilla earned this sword and used it
as well. However, in the original books and video games, Cirilla’s symbol is not
a swallow. But associating it with a link to her sword is more relevant here.

ALSO READ: Ciri vs Yennefer: Who Is the Stronger Woman in ‘The Witcher’?
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-junkie-ciri-vs-yennefer-who-is-the-stronger-woman-in-the-witcher/]

In the second season, Ciri began her training under Geralt. Before beginning the
training, Geralt explained to Cirilla how the time was changing and that they
all needed to be prepared. Therefore, to make herself strong and ready to face
anything that may come, she picked up the sword and began her training.


OBSIDIAN STAR

Last but not least, this symbol is Yennefer’s star. The star’s appearance in the
Netflix drama is different from that in the books. The asymmetrical
eight-pointed star has replaced the five-pointed star that hangs upside down. It
is a well-known fact that Yennefer wears a striking star pendant on a choker
around her neck in both the books and the video games.

> The #Witcher
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/Witcher?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw] Series
> Pendants.
> 🌟 The Obsidian Star, #Yennefer
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/Yennefer?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw] Symbol 🌟
> 
> As always made from reclaimed #wood
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/wood?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw], walnut with
> dark wax finished. Listed in the shop🤗.#witcher
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/witcher?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]
> #witchernetflix
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/witchernetflix?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]
> #theobsidianstar
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/theobsidianstar?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]
> #witchermedalion
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/witchermedalion?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]
> #yennefer [https://twitter.com/hashtag/yennefer?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]
> #cosplaypendant
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/cosplaypendant?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]
> #woodenpendant
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/woodenpendant?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]
> #woodworking
> [https://twitter.com/hashtag/woodworking?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]
> pic.twitter.com/XODmb340Ck [https://t.co/XODmb340Ck]
> 
> — The Wood Tale (@slavicapopovska) August 22, 2020
> [https://twitter.com/slavicapopovska/status/1297253274819670024?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



Touching the pendant during conversations or idle moments suggests it is linked
to her magical abilities. She was always seen wearing the symbol, implying that
it not only represents something significant about her past and training, but
that it was also a magical object.

All these symbols are the representative of all these lead characters linking
them to the roots of their powers. Moreover, it also indicates their paths were
supposed to be intertwined with each other by fate.

ALSO READ: 3 Reasons ‘The Witcher’ Season 4 Will Not Be the Same Without Henry
Cavill
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-three-reasons-the-witcher-season-four-will-not-be-the-same-without-henry-cavill/]

However, there are other symbols in the opening credits of each episode as well
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-explained-the-witcher-opening-credits-symbols-and-their-meanings/].
However, this particular symbol stays the same in every season. Did you know
about the meaning of this motif? Tell us in the comments below.

Neha Chande

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Based on the books by Andrzej Sapkowski, <a href="http://netflixjunkie.com/tag/the-witcher/">The Witcher</a> is one of the most popular series on Netflix. <a href="http://netflixjunkie.com/tag/henry-cavill/">Henry Cavill</a>, Anya Chalotra, and Freya Allan star as the lead characters with unique powers and their own struggles. Their unique powers have distinct origins and peculiar symbols. This famous saga, like other fantasy shows, is filled with many contexts that the viewers might miss.
Fans love the saga for its stunning plot, character representation, and thrilling experience, but there&#8217;s an additional intriguing factor. It is the symbol that catches their attention the most. Because, like the tale has a layered plot structure, the symbol also has explicitly layered meaning.
<h2>What does The Witcher logo mean?</h2>
The logo of the story has 3 distinct elements and each of them symbolizes a specific character and their powers. It has Gwynbleidd, Zireael, and the Obsidian Star. Each of these symbols belongs to the protagonists of the series. Additionally, these symbols are a crucial part of these characters&#8217; background stories as well. So, which symbol belongs to which character?
<h3>Gwynbleidd</h3>
The first symbol represents Geralt of Rivia. Geralt is a monster hunter and has received extensive physical and magical training. Given Geralt&#8217;s external look and his way of living, this symbol perfectly suits him. Gwynbleidd is the Elder Speech for the White Wolf, as seen in the books. This is why even Geralt&#8217;s medallion has this symbol. The medallion serves as an aid for the Witcher to detect the existence of monsters or magic.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
Henry Cavill&#39;s wrap gift and postcard to the cast and crew of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TheWitcher?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TheWitcher</a> S3 <a href="https://t.co/mIc7d4DwkH">pic.twitter.com/mIc7d4DwkH</a>
&mdash; Redanian Intelligence (@RedanianIntel) <a href="https://twitter.com/RedanianIntel/status/1577802142408122368?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 5, 2022</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
If the viewers notice carefully, Geralt is never seen removing his medallion. In order to sense the danger ahead, he always kept it on, as can be seen throughout the series. Therefore, Gwynbleidd is representative of this lead character, Geralt of Rivia. In fact, when the show was done filming the third season, <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-henry-cavill-sends-out-a-symbolic-medallion-for-the-witcher-family-as-season-3-enters-post-production/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cavill gifted this symbolic gift to the crew</a> as well.
<h3>Zireael</h3>
This symbol represents the Princess Cirilla of Cintra. After uniting with her adoptive father, Geralt of Rivia, by the Law of Surprise, Ciri received training under the White Wolf and received this symbol. The meaning of this symbol is the swallow in Elder Speech. This symbol also has another meaning which makes more sense.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
Ciri&#39;s sword Zireael from The Witcher 3. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/b3d?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#b3d</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Blender3d?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Blender3d</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/3dmodeling?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#3dmodeling</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Substancepainter?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Substancepainter</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UnrealEngine5?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UnrealEngine5</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/gameart?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#gameart</a> <a href="https://t.co/1dthdBVPLz">pic.twitter.com/1dthdBVPLz</a>
&mdash; Jadiel🐝🇵🇷 (@jadielfh) <a href="https://twitter.com/jadielfh/status/1685376798480080896?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 29, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
The name Zireael is also the name of the sword constructed for her by gnomes in Tir Tochair. While training as a Witcher, Cirilla earned this sword and used it as well. However, in the original books and video games, Cirilla&#8217;s symbol is not a swallow. But associating it with a link to her sword is more relevant here.
ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-junkie-ciri-vs-yennefer-who-is-the-stronger-woman-in-the-witcher/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ciri vs Yennefer: Who Is the Stronger Woman in &#8216;The Witcher&#8217;?</a>
In the second season, Ciri began her training under Geralt. Before beginning the training, Geralt explained to Cirilla how the time was changing and that they all needed to be prepared. Therefore, to make herself strong and ready to face anything that may come, she picked up the sword and began her training.
<h3>Obsidian Star</h3>
Last but not least, this symbol is Yennefer&#8217;s star. The star&#8217;s appearance in the Netflix drama is different from that in the books. The asymmetrical eight-pointed star has replaced the five-pointed star that hangs upside down. It is a well-known fact that Yennefer wears a striking star pendant on a choker around her neck in both the books and the video games.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
The <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Witcher?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Witcher</a> Series Pendants. 🌟 The Obsidian Star, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Yennefer?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Yennefer</a> Symbol 🌟
As always made from reclaimed <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/wood?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#wood</a>, walnut with dark wax finished. Listed in the shop🤗.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/witcher?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#witcher</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/witchernetflix?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#witchernetflix</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/theobsidianstar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#theobsidianstar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/witchermedalion?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#witchermedalion</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/yennefer?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#yennefer</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cosplaypendant?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#cosplaypendant</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/woodenpendant?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#woodenpendant</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/woodworking?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#woodworking</a> <a href="https://t.co/XODmb340Ck">pic.twitter.com/XODmb340Ck</a>
&mdash; The Wood Tale (@slavicapopovska) <a href="https://twitter.com/slavicapopovska/status/1297253274819670024?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 22, 2020</a></blockquote>
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Touching the pendant during conversations or idle moments suggests it is linked to her magical abilities. She was always seen wearing the symbol, implying that it not only represents something significant about her past and training, but that it was also a magical object.
All these symbols are the representative of all these lead characters linking them to the roots of their powers. Moreover, it also indicates their paths were supposed to be intertwined with each other by fate.
ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-three-reasons-the-witcher-season-four-will-not-be-the-same-without-henry-cavill/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">3 Reasons ‘The Witcher’ Season 4 Will Not Be the Same Without Henry Cavill</a>
However, there are other <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-explained-the-witcher-opening-credits-symbols-and-their-meanings/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">symbols in the opening credits of each episode as well</a>. However, this particular symbol stays the same in every season. Did you know about the meaning of this motif? Tell us in the comments below.

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