What Can We Expect From ‘The Witcher’ 4’s Regis Now That Laurence Fishburne Has Taken the Helm?

Published 01/13/2024, 1:10 AM EST

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The Witcher is moving mountains towards its journey for the upcoming season and yes; it is all happening without Henry Cavill. Cavill’s departure from the franchise left the saddles of Geralt on the shoulder of Liam Hemsworth. As the actor picks up the mantle to flaunt his genius in the sorcerer’s world, accompanying him on this new venture of uncharted territory is a fresh debut character called Regis from Andrzej Sapkowski’s third novel, the Baptism of Fire. 

Only some time ago, Netflix declared Laurence Fishburne’s casting for this character of the Netflix original. Given that both the character and the cast are only recently minted, here is what Regis might have in store for us. 

Who is Regis in The Witcher 4?

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The Witcher makers are treading steadily to procure a magnificent fourth installment of the sorcerer’s saga. Their steadfastness is a visible factor as the show has brought forth a new character from the source’s original to decide the destiny of the plot. As per the latest developments, Laurence Fishburne has embarked on The Witcher’s journey to play the role of Regis, a world-wise Barber-surgeon with a mysterious past.”.

The introduction of this character was done by Sapkowski originally for the sequel of the second Witcher novel called Baptism of Fire. According to the sources, Regis and Geralt meet after the Thanedd incident, on the former’s way to find Ciri. Regis’s precious medical skills come to resort to the troupe in time, including Geralt, Milva, and Dandelion. By all indications, it seems that Regis’s specialty could be of great importance for the storyline. Also, given that the makers stay loyal to the source. 

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Considering that Regis’s role would be revitalizing the fourth chapter with great vigor, here is what the next season can bring to the plate.

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During the last installment of The Witcher, Geralt, Ciri, and Yennefer go their separate ways to complete the purpose of their journey. While the third season was especially crucial for the romantic spark between Geralt and Yennefer, the fate of this bliss remains classified for the upcoming season, keeping in mind that the pair have embarked on different boats. However, one possibility that takes the bid is that Geralt’s search for Ciri will lead to his path with Regis. 

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Furthermore, their chances of making it through the baptism of fire lie in a condition. It can only become a reality if they find one another again, despite the diverse trials. Geralt is also finally supposed to pick a side while Yennefer will remain homebound to take leadership of Aretuza. The fate of Ciri and her powers will further tease the tenterhooks of the last season. Having said that, one still has to await the clock’s tick until the mystery sheds its skin.

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What do you think of Regis’s introduction to Netflix’s The Witcher? Let us know in the comments below!

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Anushka Bhattacharya

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I'm Anushka Bhattacharya, an entertainment journalist at Netflix Junkie. Armed with a degree in literature, I once wielded my words to catalyze change within society through my work with NGOs. However, as I stumbled into the exuberant hole of crime thrillers and documentaries on Netflix, it was love at first sight and pushed me into entertainment journalism.

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