Despite its straightforward story, theWitcherseries has managed to win the hearts of millions of gamers through its memorable characters and deep lore. But it wasn’t untilThe Witcher 3that players were able to explore that lore since it allowed them to freely roam the Continent through the eyes of Geralt of Rivia.
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And sinceTheWitcher 3is an RPG, it did more than expand on the lore since it also gave players the freedom to do what they wanted when they wanted. As is customary in RPGs, players could also customize Geralt of Riviaalongside other main characters. And with the release ofThe Witcher 3: Blood and WineDLC, players were instructed to manage the Corvo Bianco, a cozy little vineyard that can be decorated with paintings, shields, and trophies.
The Witcher 3 (& Expansions) Paintings
There are a total of25 Paintingsthroughout the base game and expansions.
Hierarch Hemmelfart - Base Game
Players receive the Hierarch Hemmelfart painting while rescuing thecharismatic and poetic Dandelionin the quest:A Poet Under Pressure.
Starry Night Over the Pontar - Hearts of Stone Expansion
Players can purchase Starry Night Over the Pontar in an auction duringtheOpen Sesame!quest. The painting only costs 20 Crowns, which is dirt cheap considering it was painted by Van Rogh.
Portrait of Iris and Olgierd - Hearts of Stone Expansion
To obtain the Portrait of Iris and Olgierd, players will have to steal it from their bedroom in Olgierd Manor during theScenes From a Marriagequest.
The White Wolf - Blood and Wine Expansion
The White Wolf painting is tied to the Optional Quest:Big Game Hunter. After the quest, Count Beledal will ask Geralt of Rivia to visit his famous art exhibition in Francollart, where he offers Geralt the White Wolf painting.
Geralt’s Portrait - Blood and Wine Expansion
Players receive Geralt’s Portrait as a reward after completing the quest:The Portrait of The Witcher As an Old Man. The quest giver (a painter) is located near the marketplace in Beauclair, but he only appearsafter completingThe Warble of a Smitten Knightquest.
Prison Poster - Blood and Wine Expansion
Players can only obtain the Prisoner Portrait by getting the “Jail Ending” fromBlood and Wine. Once at the jail, players can find a note in a wall next to the main gate, starting the quest:The Perks of being a Jailbird. Upon completion, players are rewarded with the Prisoner Portrait.
Paintings from Art Dealer - Blood and Wine Expansion
Players can purchase a total of 19 Paintings from the Art Dealer in Beauclair. The Art Dealer is located next to the Grandmaster, south of the Gran’place.
There are2 Decorative ShieldsinThe Witcher 3: Blood and Wine.
Ancient Elven Shield
The Ancient Elven Shield is a reward for completing the quest:Extreme Cosplay. The quest giver can be found aiding a fallen farmer outside a large house near Gelenser Farm.
Sir Geralt of Rivia’s Shield or Ravix of Fourhorn’s Shield
Players can choose between theSir Geralt of Rivia’s ShieldorRavix of Fourhorn’s Shieldin thetournament duringThe Warble of The Smitten Knightquest.
There are3 Trophiesin The Witcher 3: Blood and Wine.
Victor’s Cup Trophy
To obtain the Victor’s Cup Trophy, players must complete the quest:Gwent To Everything - Turn Turn Tournament!, located in the Pheasantry Inn (Beauclair). The goal of the quest is to win the entire tournament, meaning payers cannot lose any Gwent match. So, players should ensure theyknow the basics of Gwentbefore signing up for the tournament.
The Gold Stick of Joy Trophy
Players must follow specific steps during the questLa Cage Au Fouto acquire the Gold Stick of Joy Trophy. First, players should choose to lift the beast’s curse instead of killing it. Afterward, during dinner, players should pick the option to eat without a spoon. Upon completion, a new quest will become available,Hunger Game. At the end of that quest, players will find the Gold Stick of Joy Trophy.
Fist Fighting Championship Trophy
The Fist Fighting Championship Trophy is rewarded to players after completing the quest:Fists of Fury: Toussaint. Players will have to defeat three Legendary Fist Fighters: Still Waters, Mancomb, and Colossus.
The Witcher 3is available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, and Nintendo Switch.
