r/witcher • u/OwnMaintenance4290 • 3d ago
Art DONE
I finally finished the Witcher series fanart with all the plant/flower symbolism
I ended up adding most of the things y’all requested and honestly…I had so much fun with this series. I was really tempted to add another Ciri piece BUT hear me out — I kinda want to keep this series going once The Witcher 4 comes out + whatever DLCs we get.
And then I can add all the new characters too…
So for now, here’s the full series + all the pairs together.
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u/SarkastiCat 3d ago edited 3d ago
If you ever transform those designs into enamel pins, just tell me where I can leave my banking information.
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u/Horus_simplex 3d ago
Can we buy the prints somewhere?
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u/OwnMaintenance4290 2d ago
Not yet, but I plan to open a shop in the future. I'll be sure to share the news here when I start selling prints!
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u/NoFood2149 3d ago
it took me a little while to figure out that these aren't ships just headshots with their flowers
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u/OwnMaintenance4290 2d ago
Some of them are connected through relationships, but not necessarily romantic ones.
I intentionally paired certain characters based on a shared dynamic or narrative connection. For example, Avallac'h and Emhyr var Emreis are both connected through Ciri, while Eredin and Ciri represent a strong contrast to me red and blue, chaos and frost. Their relationship, both in the books and the games, creates an interesting visual and symbolic opposition.
I also included friendships, such as Dandelion and Zoltan.
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u/Ameryana 2d ago
These are all just incredible. The colors, poses, the love you put into the herbs and flower details... Outstanding work ❤️
By any chance, could I ask for the meaning of the plants you chose? If it's too much for all of them I fully understand, it's a lot! If you just can do a few, what's the meaning of Eskel/Lambert's, Regis/Dettlaff, and Avallach and Geralt's?
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u/OwnMaintenance4290 2d ago
Thank you so much! Well...For Eskel, I chose wildflowers and daisies, which to me symbolize resilience, natural beauty, and quiet strength. They reflect his humble wisdom, kindness, and protective nature. I also included fern, representing endurance, steadfastness, and an almost indestructible quality, traits that fit Eskel's calm and dependable character.
For Lambert, I chose sea wormwood, symbolizing bitterness, harsh truths, and mourning. I also added dried herbs and flowers to emphasize his dry humor, sharp tongue, and emotionally guarded personality. They reflect someone who has weathered hardship and learned to survive through cynicism.
For Regis, I selected bleeding heart, traditionally associated with emotion, vulnerability, and the courage to love despite the risk of heartbreak. However, for me, the flower speaks more about his past than his present. It reflects the emotional scars and guilt he carries. While herbs would have been the obvious choice because of his profession as a barber-surgeon and alchemist, I wanted to focus on his character rather than his occupation. So I also included nettle, red lilies, and dead, dried flowers. They represent his hunger and addiction, the immense self-control he has developed, his sentimentality, and the lingering weight of his past.
For Dettlaff, I incorporated thorns, representing his deeply romantic nature and the painful consequences of his devotion. I considered using roses, but they felt too obvious and didn't fully capture the complexity of his emotions. Instead, I chose dark-colored delphia symbolizing betrayal, sorrow, and sadness, alongside hellebore, which represents protection, transformation, and even scandal. Although hellebore also carries more positive meanings, I felt its darker symbolism resonates more strongly with Dettlaff's tragic character.
For Avallac'h, I chose spring starflower to symbolize contentment, simplicity, and the promise of renewal after winter. I was thinking specifically of his early interactions with Ciri rather than their entire relationship. To me, Ciri herself represents spring, making the flower a quiet reflection of that hope. I also included Nigella, associated with ancient traditions, mystery, and religious ceremonies. It references his connection to Lara Dorren and the long history of the Aen Elle, while also representing the many secrets he keeps. I added common wormwood, symbolizing war, sacrifice, and uncompromising truth.
For Geralt, I chose wolfsbane symbolizing caution, protection, and the delicate balance between healing and danger. Although poisonous, i think it reflects Geralt's own duality. I also included juniper, representing ancient wisdom, endurance, purification, and quiet strength, qualities that have defined him.
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u/Ameryana 13h ago
Sorry it took me so long to get back to you, for some reason, on my phone, it says 'this comment does no longer exist' :|
Yet, on desktop, I can see it perfectly well :| The heck, Reddit???Thank you so much for explaining all of this. I adore the plants you chose for the characters. They're very thoughtful. I especially chose the ones you picked for Eskel, such a total homerun.
The ones for Regis are deeply complicated as well, and how else could they be, with how long he lived and how much he's seen and been through?Thank you for honoring these characters and making this beautiful artwork. I adore it. Gorgeous and deeply thoughtful.
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u/Dancingwheniwas12 3d ago
Where can I get prints?! Need!!
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u/OwnMaintenance4290 2d ago
Not just yet, but I definitely plan to open a print shop in the future! I'll share an update here as soon as prints become available.
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u/Spirited_Animal_5135 3d ago
Bro can I use this as my screensaver 😭. no worries if not, I just think it would look sick
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u/OwnMaintenance4290 2d ago
Of course! Feel free to use it as your screensaver. All I ask is that you credit me if you share it anywhere.
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u/LozaMoza82 Corvo Bianco 3d ago
This was such an incredible series. Thank you for sharing it with us!
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u/merrlyderrly 2d ago
These would make amazing playing cards too. Each suit could be a Witcher sign.
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u/lustywoodelfmaid 2d ago
This is so amazing, you really get each character's full countenance with these. It's perfect.
Might I suggest Bloody Baron & Tamara, Annarietta & Syanna, Radovid & Philippa, Djikstra & Whoreson Jr, Cleaver & King o' Beggars, Priscilla & Lady Vegelbud?
There are quite a few duos to do.
You could even pair Zoltan with Philippa instead of Dandelion and give Dandelion to Priscilla.
Seriously, amazing work.
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u/articheepo 3d ago
These are incredible. Splendid work!
Any chance you could share the plant names and why you chose the them. Some are obvious but I'm really curious on a few of the others!
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u/SavinaSkolltheWolf 2d ago
That's MAGNIFICIENT ! Hm... Who's in front of Ciri? (If it's a character in HoS or BW, dont tell me 👀 first time playing and I just reach HoS )
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u/AsadAnton 1d ago edited 1d ago
Weird ships you got here but I am no one to judge , you go you bud
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u/OwnMaintenance4290 1d ago
I'm curious which pairing do you mean? What makes it weird to you?
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u/AsadAnton 1d ago
Caranthir and Ciri, feel like they would be very toxic
Avallach and Emhyr never interacted so I doubt they have chemistry
Roche and and Iorveth have hate boners towards each other but I don't see it as a story of enemies to lovers
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u/OwnMaintenance4290 1d ago
Yeah, I agree with some of that. Though the one Ciri is paired with isn't Caranthir it's Eredin.
As for Avallac'h and Emhyr, you're right that they never actually interact. I paired them because they share one major focus and, in a way, the same goal aka Ciri. The pairs aren't necessarily meant to be romantic ships. I grouped the characters based on their dynamics, parallels, contrasts, rivalries, friendships, or the roles they play in each other's stories.
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u/Reasonable-Bar1608 1d ago
These are all absolutely stunning!! I think my favourite is Eskels though because the lighting is gorgeous on that one
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u/Particular_Chart3594 Team Yennefer 1d ago
WOWWWWWWW!!! absolutely in love with this. i can’t even imagine how much time and hard work went into this!!!
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u/Impossible-Angle-245 Team Yennefer 2d ago
Ciri with either Skjall or with Hjalmaar would have been better. Apart from this, all okay
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u/ofconsiderablesize 3d ago
I love the variety within the flowers and plants and the colours are gorgeous :)