Current Events > Witcher on Netflix has been surprisingly okay

(+) Yeah! (+)

A little cheap maybe but it's okay at episode 5.

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Usually the first seasom isn't all that strong. I need to look into watching it.

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"okay"? Man, I always love the shit people don't seem to like. This show is glorious and I'm only on episode 2. Henry is an amazing Geralt and the fight scenes are amazing. I love dramas and I'm enjoying it all so far.

Then again, I loved Last Jedi so...

dameon_reaper posted...

"okay"? Man, I always love the shit people don't seem to like. This show is glorious and I'm only on episode 2. Henry is an amazing Geralt and the fight scenes are amazing. I love dramas and I'm enjoying it all so far.

Then again, I loved Last Jedi so...

Okay means I like it, dude.

It's not the greatest thing I've ever seen though but its enjoyable in a way I didnt expect it to be.

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Oh shit, I didn't now it started

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I just finished episode 1 and I thought it was pretty damn fantastic. I love the cast so far, combat was great, music...I need the damn soundtrack. Only thing I'm iffy on is Yennefer but we'll see once she shows up for me.

I'm up to Episode 6 and it keeps getting better and better. I'm really surprised but happy cause I thought Netflix would fuck this up royally.

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"surprisingly okay" lol

sounds like me when I say something is "pretty not bad" ha

Honestly... I hope it does well. Henry cavill(sp?) is likeable enough.. I wish him well in his career

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Still can't forgive that the asshole author is why we won't have Witcher 4.

I think it's good. I am enjoying it so far. My problems are just how it's put together and the way they tell the story. It's a bit confusing and assumes the audience is familiar with the property, but even when you are, you can get lost at times.

Other than that, I really love the casting and the fight scenes are incredible.

Yeah watching it rn with some friends and it seems okay, far better than the shitshow i expected.

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OctilIery posted...

Still can't forgive that the asshole author is why we won't have Witcher 4.

https://www.gamesradar.com/the-witcher-4-looks-even-more-likely-as-cd-projekt-signs-a-new-agreement-with-original-creator/

CommonStar posted...

I think it's good. I am enjoying it so far. My problems are just how it's put together and the way they tell the story. It's a bit confusing and assumes the audience is familiar with the property, but even when you are, you can get lost at times.

Other than that, I really love the casting and the fight scenes are incredible.

I think that is my biggest problem with it. Like I'm getting it, but I feel if I hadn't already played the games and gotten to know all this stuff I'd be confused as fuck.

Like I got right away that there's a lot of flashbacks, but I feel like people who have no idea of what Witcher is would be confused.

On the other hand though, I feel if they had done it differently (like I expected) I'd be hating it so it's a weird feeling for me.

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Just finished. The way the told they story took a bit to get used to, but overall it was quite good.

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I've liked what I seen so far. Got up to episode 3 but I do feel like a lot goes unexplained as others have mentioned. As someone that hasn't played the games or read the book, it was a bit jarring but not really a deal breaker

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I'm on episode 3 and really enjoying it. If I'm enjoying a show this much I don't call it "okay"....

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Watched 3 episodes, it's really good.
I was kinda afraid it would suck at first because they went full GoT in the first episode, with unnecessary focus on flashy, senseless violence. I get the feeling they were trying to attract GoT fans.
Also in the first episode still, Cavill seemed to have trouble emulating Geralt having presence while still having dulled emotions, it looked like he was trying to make him more sassy or remarkable than necessary.

But then it started getting good

Is the show still good for someone whos never played/read the games/books?

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AlisLandale posted...

Is the show still good for someone whos never played/read the games/books?

I've never played the games or read the books and I'm loving it.

However I'm also a huge fan of fantasy and anything with rich lore and worldbuilding.

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Watched 3 episodes last night--my biggest fear was Yennefer but her actress is pulling her off amazingly. Going to try to watch the rest today!

OctilIery posted...

Still can't forgive that the asshole author is why we won't have Witcher 4.

Not true anymore, fyi.

That said, even if it was... witcher 3 was a pretty perfect capping-off point, as it is. Definitely wouldnt say no to more, mind. But if it had to end, it's a near perfect place to do so

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I don't think the action is great in terms of looking real, still has the man kills mooks one by one thing, and it makes Geralt more powerhouse Batman over fast and graceful killer.

While I know stuff from reading the books the timeline jumps feel really bad, and I imagine people new to the franchise will be confused.

A number of cast members feel really miscast, I was expecting it with "Jaskier" (did they think Dandelion or Buttercup wouldn't be taken seriously?")

And I question how the Nilfgaardian armor got approved to actually be in the show with how awful it looks.

It's mediocre... Although it's better than the previous Witcher show.

OctilIery posted...

Still can't forgive that the asshole author is why we won't have Witcher 4.

They finalized the deal in 1997, what would you expect in then?

Seriously him not expecting much then isn't that surprising.

And he's not an asshole for wanting more money when they claimed they only wanted to make one game.

He's definitely kind of an ass when he talks but not for that reason.

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Its way better than I thought. Like, quality wise, editing. I thought for sure it would look like some crap YouTube larp video.

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Is this the first live-action media based on a video game to actually be legit good? And not just in the "Mortal Kombat" way?

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RchHomieQuanChi posted...

Is this the first live-action media based on a video game to actually be legit good? And not just in the "Mortal Kombat" way?

No. Because it's based on the books and not the video games

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DarkBuster22904 posted...

No. Because it's based on the books and not the video games

Oh really? Nevermind then lol.


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It's been fun to watch. CGI has kind of been weak at times though.

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RchHomieQuanChi posted...

Oh really? Nevermind then lol.

Dont get me wrong. The video games have a clear influence on the show. Lots of little nods and slight alterations.

But yeah, the actual events are pulled from the written stories. The Last Wish and Sword of Destiny short story collections, mostly

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https://youtu.be/Hoz7DLJFSJQ

This song from episode 2 is way too addicting. Jaskier is the best

I'm hoping they move forwards with season 2, and have a few more episodes in it.

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...And this is why I should read all of a topic before responding.

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season 1 world building and it brought the world of wherever theyre in to me. that alone was an experience. then season 1 brings it all together to conclude season 1... season2 im hyped for more story more characters and more character depth. i think the shirt story approach was done nicely. then when you figure out what the season was doing after processing what you saw... just nice.

i have no doubt season 2 is gonna make this a series expand and delve deeper into the story. i cant wait.


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KillerSlaw posted...

Okay means I like it, dude.

It's not the greatest thing I've ever seen though but its enjoyable in a way I didnt expect it to be.

My bad, I see okay as in average. Its a term used a lot when something is not all that positive lol.

Cartwheel_Kick posted...

Watched 3 episodes, it's really good.
I was kinda afraid it would suck at first because they went full GoT in the first episode, with unnecessary focus on flashy, senseless violence. I get the feeling they were trying to attract GoT fans.
Also in the first episode still, Cavill seemed to have trouble emulating Geralt having presence while still having dulled emotions, it looked like he was trying to make him more sassy or remarkable than necessary.

But then it started getting good

Granted, have you played the game? There's a bit of senseless violence when I fight...lol

Also, Geralt has been pretty sassy too...at least in the games.

Ok I am almost done. Just finished episode 7.

Despite its flaws, I am enjoying the show a lot and honestly want to see more.

I think the biggest problem with it in terms of story telling is the confusing timelines and I can see places where they could swap sections and it would make it easier for the audience to follow. However, I can also see why they did it that way because it allows the audience to get to follow certain characters more and see their development before they meet up as destiny wants.

I think the show can be tough early on but it gets a lot better once you get situated and comfortable with the show. I don't think any action in the show has topped the fight in Blaviken in episode 1 yet. Just the way Geralt handled those mens and the way he uses his sword there was incredibly cool.

Finished the season! Holy damn, I loved it a lot. That Jaskier ending, though. :'( Muh boi

Yeah I liked it overall but I feel the first half might be intense for those with no prior knowledge. I also started glazing over with all the sorceress stuff at the end.

Also wtf were they thinking with nilfgard armor?

Other than that I had no issues and enjoyed it.

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KillerSlaw posted...

Also wtf were they thinking with nilfgard armor?

The director said that since it's the early days of the nilfgaardian conquest, and most of their soldiers are very recently conscripted conquered people, their armor is basically shit to reflect that. The blitzkrieg-esque nature of their warfare hasn't yet allowed them to make the super ornate, or even good quality, armors that they'd be known for in the later parts of the war

Still looks like shit

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Finished it today. Started off iffy and took awhile to realize there were multiple timelines to follow, but in the end I enjoyed it. Henry Cavill knocks Geralt out of the park.

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