The Witcher RPG (demo)

Major currencies by country:
Temeria:
Oren is the main currency.
Nobel is a coin used in Gors Velen (region of Temeria).
Grosh is a small coin (1 oren = 100 groszy).
A five-kopeck coin is an even smaller coin.
Hryvnia is a large monetary unit (1 hryvnia = 60 florins).
Editions:
The crown is the main currency, minted in Novigrad.
The copper is a small change coin (1 crown = 100 coppers). It is also used in Bruges and Cidaris.
Nilfgaardian Empire:
Floren is the basic coin (3 g of gold).
The mark is used as the basis of currency; one mark is minted into 60 florins. It also serves as a unit of weight.
The silver penny is an ancient silver coin still in use.
Tynfa is an ancient small silver coin.
Kaedwen:
The mark is the main currency (5 marks = 1 crown).
Cidaris:
Thaler is the main currency, also used in Bremervoort.
Geller is a small change coin (1 thaler = 100 hellers).
Kovir and Poviss:
Bizant (bezant) is the most expensive currency in the world, equal to 4 redanian crowns.
Ebbing and Lukomorye:
Denar is a monetary unit.
Cintra and Kaedwen (historically)
The ducat is a gold coin (1/3 of a Redanian crown). It was also used in Edirne and Skellige.
Mahakam:
Gulden is the currency of the dwarves.
Kaingorn and the states of the Hengfor League
Lintar is the Kaingorn currency (2 lintars = 1 crown).
Kovir (historically, during the reign of Idi)
Shelong was the currency in circulation during that period.
Aedirn:
The ducat is a gold coin formerly used in the territories of Cintra and Sodden.

Examples of currency exchange rates
1 bizant (Kovir) = 4 crowns (Redaniya).
1 crown (Redania) = 5 marks (Kaedwen) = 6 orens (Temeria).
1 thaler (Cidaris) = 100 hellers.
1 oren (Temeria) = 100 groszy.
2 lintars (Kaingorn) = 1 crown.
1 mark (Nilfgaard) is minted into 60 florens.

9. Riggers
   Amoeba-like creatures with tentacles.
   They live in landfills and sewers.
   They grow and multiply quickly, devouring everything in sight.
   Where found: city sewers, landfills.
10. Vampires and corpse eaters
    Scavengers similar to ghouls but larger.
    They attack in packs and are very aggressive.
    Often found near battlefields.
    Where found: cemeteries, ruins, battle sites.
11. Scolopendromorphs
    Huge centipedes (4–5 m in length).
    They dig tunnels and suddenly attack from underground.
    Poisonous, very fast.
    Where found: underground tunnels, caves, forests.
12. Hirinka
    A rare creature that resembles a large cat.
    A predator, dangerous even for witchers.
    It is extremely rare.
    Where found: dense forests, mountainous areas.
13. Dragons
    Golden dragons (like Villentretenmerth) are intelligent and can change shape.
    Ordinary dragons are huge, fire-breathing, and guard treasures.
    Where found: mountains, caves, remote areas.
14. Undead
    Zombies are the living dead, slow but numerous.
    Ghosts are spirits attached to the place of death.
    Banshees are shrieking spirits that can deafen you with their screams.
    Where found: places of mass death, cursed lands.

1. Vampires (and their varieties)
   Higher Vampires (e.g. Emiel Regis): intelligent, nearly invulnerable, feed on blood as a "drink".
   Lesser Vampires:
   Alp - hunts at night, especially women and children.
   Bruxa is a beautiful female vampire who uses charms to lure victims.
   Garkain - disguises himself as a gargoyle and attacks from above.
   Fleder is large, aggressive, and lives in cities.
   Ekimm is fast, has sharp claws, and attacks from ambush.
   Where found: everywhere, especially in cities and ruins.
2. Ghouls and Graveiras
   Ghouls are scavengers, live in cemeteries, and attack in groups.
   Graveirs are larger than ghouls and more aggressive.
   Where found: cemeteries, catacombs, mass graves.
3. Kikimoras
   Insect-like monsters with many legs.
   They live in swamps and build nests.
   Strong, fast, they can drown their victim in the swamp.
   Where found: swamps, marshes, wet forests.
4. Striga
   A cursed woman who turned into a monster.
   Very strong, fast, almost invulnerable during the day.
   Vulnerable only after the curse is removed.
   Where found: abandoned castles, crypts.
5. Sylvan
   A humanoid creature with a goat's face and horns.
   Usually not aggressive unless provoked.
   Can help people in exchange for food.
   Where found: forests, countryside.
6. Doppler (mimic)
   The ability to take the form of any creature.
   Copies not only appearance, but also memories.
   Uses this for deception and survival.
   Where found: cities, trade routes.
7. Genies
   Spirits of the elements (ifrits - fire, marids - water, etc.).
   They can grant wishes, but with a catch.
   Dangerous if released accidentally.
   Where found: in artifacts, seals, after magical rituals.
8. Watermen (fish people)
   An intelligent race that lives underwater.
   They do not attack first, but defend their territories.
   They know how to process metal and build underwater settlements.
   Where found: rivers, lakes, seas.

Nordic Countries
Kaedwen

The capital is Ard Carraig.

One of the most powerful kingdoms, second in size only to Nilfgaard.

Known locations: the witcher fortress of Kaer Morhen, the school of magic in Ban Ard.

The ruler is King Henselt, known for his harsh policies against non-humans.

Temeria

The capital is Vizima.

Currency: Oren.

Key locations: Melitele's sanctuary in Ellander, Tannedd Island (stronghold of sorcerers), Brokilon forest (protected by dryads).

The ruler is King Foltest.

Redania

The capital is Tretogor.

Major centers: the free city of Novigrad (economic and religious center), the University of Oxenfurt.

After the assassination of King Vizimir, power passed to the Regency Council.

Aedirn

The capital is Wengerberg.

King Demavend pursued an anti-elven policy, which led to the intervention of Nilfgaard and the partial division of the territory.

Part of the lands went to the elven protectorate of Dol Blathanna.

Kovir and Poviss

Two capitals: the winter one is Lan Exeter, the summer one is Pont Vanis.

A rich state, a monopoly on the supply of glass, salt and gold.

Independent of Redania, despite attempts at annexation.

Skellige

An archipelago off the coast of Cintra.

Known for its strong fleet and pirates.

The ruler is Jarl Crach ap Craith.

Lyria and Rivia

United in a dynastic union under the rule of Queen Meve.

One of the first victims of Nilfgaardian aggression.

Southern Empire
Nilfgaard

Capital: City of Golden Towers (Alba Valley).

A huge empire with the provinces of Mag Turga, Geso, Metina, Maecht, Ebbing, Vicovaro, Aetolia, Gemmeria, Nazair.

The economy is based on slave labor and human trafficking.

Magicians are subordinate to the state.

Emperor - Emhyr var Emreis.

Neutral and special territories
Brokilon

State of the Dryads.

Capital: Duane Cannell.

The ruler is Eithne.

Dol Blathanna

An elven protectorate created by Nilfgaard.

The ruler is Francesca Findabair.

Toussaint

Protectorate of Nilfgaard.

Famous for its winemaking and knightly traditions.

The ruler is Princess Anna Henrietta (Anarietta).

School of Manticore

Emphasis: alchemy and accuracy, light armor and cunning instead of brute force.

Activities: traveled the world, collecting rare ingredients and knowledge.

Approach: Valued precision and preparation, preferring well-thought-out tactics.

Equipment:

Armor: Light leather with alchemical pockets - convenient for potions.

Weapons: short swords, throwing knives, crossbows.

Accessories: alchemy kits, antidotes, ranged weapons.

Pros:

Alchemical Mastery - potions with enhanced effect.

Accuracy - effective at range.

Resistance to poisons - trained organisms.

Cons:

Weak defense - light armor does not protect against powerful blows.

Resource dependent - requires a lot of ingredients for potions.

Limited effectiveness in close combat against heavy opponents.

School of the Snake

Appearance: Introduced in The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings.

Symbol: two intertwined snakes (the only school with a medallion not in the shape of a beast's head).

Specialization: hunting humans and other witchers, mastery of poisons and deception.

Knowledge: Studied ancient languages ​​and cultures.

Representative: Leto from Guleta.

Equipment:

Armor: leather with metal spikes - protection and additional weapon.

Weapons: curved blades, daggers, poisoned weapons.

Accessories: poisons, smoke bombs, artifacts of ancient cultures.

Pros:

Poison Mastery - Weakens the enemy before the fight.

Knowledge of ancient languages ​​and cultures broadens one's horizons.

Cunning and deception - using the environment to their advantage.

Cons:

Limited defense - cannot withstand powerful attacks.

Complex preparation - requires time to study the opponents.

Isolation - few allies due to specialization in hunting humans.

Bear School

Location: Amell Mountains.

Fighting style: heavy armor, powerful physical training, frontal attacks.

Image: reminiscent of knights - strong, resilient and taciturn.

Philosophy: They believed that strength is the best argument in battle.

Equipment:

Armor: heavy plate armor, often with fur - maximum protection.

Weapons: two-handed swords, axes, hammers.

Accessories: shields, strengthening potions (increase strength).

Pros:

Enormous power - pierces armor and stuns monsters.

Endurance - can withstand many blows.

Effective in frontal collisions.

Cons:

Low speed - vulnerable to fast opponents.

Poor maneuverability - difficult to fight in tight spaces.

Heavy equipment means quick fatigue.

Griffin School

Emphasis: knowledge and magic, intelligence over brute force.

Motto: "Honor and duty above profit."

Strengths: More precise and powerful use of magical signs.

History: Founded by Erland of Larvik. Ceased to exist after an attack destroyed the fortress; the secrets of mutation were lost.

Equipment:

Armor: Reinforced leather armor with metal plates - protection without loss of mobility.

Weapons: long sword, sometimes a shield.

Accessories: grimoires, amulets, strengthening signs.

Pros:

Deep knowledge of magic - signs are more powerful and diverse.

Tactical thinking: analyze the enemy before the fight.

Good protection - the armor can withstand blows.

Cons:

Slower speed due to heavier armor.

Require time to prepare - not suitable for surprise attacks.

Addiction to magical energy.

Cat School

Features: trained men, women, humans and even elves.

Fighting style: agility and speed, light armor, fast attacks.

Reputation: They often took on contracts for people, which violated the traditional witcher code. They were considered mercenaries and sometimes assassins.

Example: Bregen is the mentor of the Rats gang.

Equipment:

Armor: light leather, sometimes with metal inserts - maximum mobility.
Weapons: Twin blades or rapiers (fast attacks).
Accessories: smoke bombs, poisons, traps.

Pros:

High speed and agility - dodge attacks.
Stealth Mastery: Can attack from ambush.
Flexible tactics: suitable for urban combat and duels.

Cons:

Weak defense - vulnerable to heavy weapons and strong blows.

Reputation as mercenaries - they often took on orders for people, which led to conflicts.

Less effective against larger monsters.

Wolf School

Base: Kaer Morhen fortress.

Notable representatives: Geralt of Rivia, Vesemir, Eskel, Lambert.

Features: balanced approach - combines fencing, alchemy and the use of magical signs.

Credo: protecting people from monsters, neutrality in political intrigues.

Status: Fell into decline after a pogrom in the 1180s; finally weakened after the attack of the Wild Hunt and the death of Vesemir in 1272.

Equipment:

Armor: Medium, leather and metal – balance between protection and mobility.

Weapons: two swords (steel against people, silver against monsters).

Accessories: wolf head shaped medallion (reacts to magic), potions, bombs.

Pros:

Versatility: Suitable for different types of opponents.

Strong training in alchemy - potions give an advantage in combat.

Mastery of signs (magical gestures) is an additional tool.

Training in tactics against monsters and people.

Cons:

Medium armor does not protect against strong blows as well as heavy armor.

Potion addiction (toxicity to the body).

Limited specialization - no clear advantage in any one area.

Right now, the world is at war, as it always is. Everyone is attacking each other almost constantly, but you don't care. Armies gather men from nearby towns, and they, in turn, flee to villages and further afield. The army doesn't accept monsters, and it doesn't accept witchers because the people themselves object to the idea of ​​fighting alongside non-humans.

In this world, people don't have the best attitude toward witchers. In everyday life, people joke, laugh, and judge witchers. They say they're mutants, without heart or soul, and the more brazen laugh in their faces, mocking their unusual appearance. But when a monster appears, they're ready to kiss a witcher's feet for help killing it, and after the job is done, they try to weasel out of it and lower the price. Fortunately, not all people and monsters are like that.