Triss' Wedding Planned in 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, procuring alcohol, and selecting a wedding gift for Triss. The gift's significance impacts Triss's response; a memory rose, a callback to Witcher 2, elicits a strong emotional reaction, while less sentimental presents receive a cooler reception.

However, Dijkstra's revelation of Castello's connection to witch hunters throws a wrench into the proceedings. Castello's involvement is revealed to be coerced; the hunters are blackmailing him, threatening to expose his daughter from a previous marriage.

Geralt has the option of revealing this truth to Triss, either alone or with Castello present. Regardless of his choice, the wedding is called off. Triss's reaction varies depending on the circumstances, ranging from disappointment to gratitude for Castello's honesty, but ultimately concluding that the marriage was premature.

This plot development presents an opportunity to enrich Geralt and Triss's dynamic and further develop supporting characters, adding layers of complexity to the narrative.