You know, I think I may try this sometime... I guess in TW2 is pretty much this (Alchemy+Sword+Arrow Redirection+Axii Hex skill)Hm. I'd say that the "true" witcher build, closest to canon Geralt, would be:
Book Geralt definitely relies on his blazingly fast swordsmanship -- fast even for witchers, supposedly -- and, of course, potions and decoctions. Signs have been drastically increased in power and versatility in the games (for playstyle, options, gameplay balance, and just cool factor), and they're little more than cantrips in the books. (Aard, for example, is only powerful enough to knock an unarmored opponent off-balance for a second. Igni will only be enough to light a candle or start a campfire. Etc.) Axii seems to be the only thing he really uses to any great effect.
- As much of the Fast Attack tree as possible.
- Axii Delusion (the one that increases its potency in dialogue).
- Definitely at least one notch in deflecting crossbow bolts and arrows.
- Alchemy skills for the rest.
- Mostly light armor. (Geralt is described as not really wearing "armor". Just leather coats with bits of silver sewn into them.)
I've never actually done a build like this, though. I normally play with with a mix of combat and signs.
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