Does AI-Created Hyperreal Geralt From The Witcher Books Resemble Henry Cavill or Liam Hemsworth?

Published 08/26/2023, 2:57 AM EDT

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Andrzej Sapkowski’s The Witcher novels are widely beloved for giving some of the finest fantasy characters known to the genre. Moreover, they are widely acclaimed for making it onto Netflix’s The Witcher, which follows the adventures of the monster-hunter Geralt of Rivia. The Witcher, which has made three seasons so far, has ridden on the back of lead Henry Cavill projecting a flawless portrayal of the titular character. However, things changed at the end of season three. Cavill has exited the show and Liam Hemsworth will be picking up his sword from the fourth season, which has divided fans.

However, when it comes to on-screen accuracy, how does it fare with lore accuracy? AI is here to answer as it reimagines Geralt, exactly as Sapkowski described in his novels.

How accurate was Henry Cavill or will Liam Hemsworth be as Geralt as per The Witcher books?

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The famed books and the bewitching world of The Witcher describe Geralt as a fierce mercenary with white hair, pale skin, and dark eyes. Covered in battle scars, carrying two swords, and riding his horse named Roach, he wore a leather jacket and a wolf medallion. Viewers and readers of the book have for the fact corroborated for long of Cavill’s likeness and expressed their approval for the same.

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As for Liam Hemsworth, there are little to no sources available on his expected look except for a few AI renditions. Regardless, the current AI renditions of a book-accurate Geralt by a Reddit user come strikingly close to both Henry Cavill and Liam Hemsworth. However, the flowy, waving locks and the menacing stare and brute force that Cavill has already displayed seem to match even more so. In the end, it is the reader’s perception that shall count.

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As for Henry Cavill passing the sword to Liam Hemsworth, it remains to be seen how Hemsworth takes on the role.

How will Liam Hemsworth fit into the role of Geralt of Rivia?

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Season Three of The Witcher has brought the show to a critical standpoint. Netflix’s decision to split the show into two volumes along with Henry Cavill’s exit has affected the show massively. The final two episodes of the show are the lowest-rated ever in the drama’s history. To add to it, the anticipation regarding Liam Hemsworth’s portrayal is palpable, especially as there are no official looks to ponder.

The 33-year-old actor, however, has ensured that he is trying his best to fit into the role. From admiring Henry Cavill’s portrayal to training hard for the role, Hemsworth is leaving no stone unturned. Given that Liam Hemsworth will be at the receiving end of massive scrutiny among fans, the actor has a lot to account for.

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What are your thoughts on the AI renditions of Geralt? Who do you think suits Geralt more – Henry Cavill or Liam Hemsworth? Let us know in the comments below.

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Imteshal Karim

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Imteshal Karim is a Hollywood News reporter at NetflixJunkie. With a penchant for writing in multiple forms, he is a published writer with his works published in anthologies. A star at his college’s writing competitions, he loves telling a good story and hopes to tell impactful ones about the unexplored side of the Entertainment industry.

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