Well, for a start because they aren't either of them mages. Alvin is a source - it's quite clear from Sapkowski (as well as from the tradition on which he builds) that in his universe a source is quite different from a mage. Specifically, a source has magical power but can't control it; a mage can control magical power but often has to get it from, uhhh, a source. The GM undoubtedly uses magic but that doesn't necessarily make him a mage - Geralt also uses magic and clearly isn't one. The magical effects the GM can produce are quite spectacular, but we don't know how flexible they are or how much he is in conscious control of what he does - his ice vision in Chapter V seems more a nightmare than something he fully controls. The fact that the GM is also a source is implied by his wearing of the dimeritium amulet - although of course he may wear it simply for sentimental reasons, not to control excess magic.The reasons why Alvin and the GM might be one are the dimeritium amulet, and the fact that in talking to Geralt the GM repeatedly echoes things Geralt has said to Alvin. How does the GM know what Geralt has said to Alvin? Well, of course, the GM could have captured Alvin, stolen the amulet, and questioned him intensely for his memories of Geralt. But why? The conclusion that the GM and Alvin are the same person is simpler and more elegant.velkito said:I don't get it why the people keep thinking Alvin = GM?... Sure, it's obvious they both can manipulate the fabric of space ( and time, possibly), but why not say they are both mages?
Click on the label which says 'spoiler', and you get the spoiler!fiznerpin said:I gotta wonder.... the thread title says SPOILERS.... so one would think that if you don't want your game ruined, don't read in this thread.What gives with all the posts turning into a big "spoiler" line? :wall:
Perhaps the GM simply reads Geralt's mind. We know that Triss can, and while the GM is a source, not a sorcerer, he does seem to be a very powerful source, and Triss does say that Geralt thinks very loudly.You may be right, of course, that the two people are the same, but there's an explanation that's much simpler than the capture-and-question theory that I believe you've overlooked.SimonBrooke said:in talking to Geralt the GM repeatedly echoes things Geralt has said to Alvin. How does the GM know what Geralt has said to Alvin? Well, of course, the GM could have captured Alvin, stolen the amulet, and questioned him intensely for his memories of Geralt. But why? The conclusion that the GM and Alvin are the same person is simpler and more elegant.
And he read the amulet straight out of Geralt's mind too? My, he's a powerful source You could be right, of course. In fact, there are no right answers - the matter is left open. But I still believe that Alvin is de Aldersberg.Corylea said:Perhaps the GM simply reads Geralt's mind. We know that Triss can, and while the GM is a source, not a sorcerer, he does seem to be a very powerful source, and Triss does say that Geralt thinks very loudly.You may be right, of course, that the two people are the same, but there's an explanation that's much simpler than the capture-and-question theory that I believe you've overlooked.Corylea said:in talking to Geralt the GM repeatedly echoes things Geralt has said to Alvin. How does the GM know what Geralt has said to Alvin? Well, of course, the GM could have captured Alvin, stolen the amulet, and questioned him intensely for his memories of Geralt. But why? The conclusion that the GM and Alvin are the same person is simpler and more elegant.
ok thanks for help, was just curious and yes i was refering to final fight, just thought in ehanced edition it would be different and whats the sequel by the way?StevenStoop007 said:Hi my names steven stoop from south africa, i've got the pc version of the witcher and just upgraded to enhanced edition, my question is, is there any way to save Avlin at the end, alvin=Grandmaster, i'd like some views or help on this, thanks.