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Andrzej Sapkowski
Polish fantasy writer
Baptism of Fire
Synopsis
Geralt, the monster slayer, is on a mission to find Ciri, a girl tied to his destiny. Caught in a brutal war, he can no longer remain neutral. He gathers a diverse group of companions, including the flamboyant bard Jaskier, the enigmatic knight Cahir, the skilled archer Milva, and the intellectual barber-surgeon Regis, along with a band of dwarves and a gnome scout. Together, they face the dangers of a world in conflict.
Genres
Characters
GeraltProtagonist
CiriProtagonist
JaskierSupporting
MilvaSupporting
Expert archer and hunter who joins Geralt's company in the forest.
Emiel RegisSupporting
A teetotaling vampire and barber-surgeon who joins the company and aids them with his skills.
Frequently asked questions
Does Chrzest ognia need to be read after other books in the series?
This book is the third novel in The Witcher Saga and continues the overarching narrative directly from the previous installment, Time of Contempt. Readers will benefit from having read the preceding books to fully understand the character motivations and ongoing plot.
Is there a TV adaptation of Chrzest ognia?
Elements of this book's storyline and characters are adapted in the Netflix series The Witcher. The show draws from various books in the saga, so specific plot points from Chrzest ognia appear alongside material from other volumes.
Who translated Baptism of Fire into English?
The English translation of Baptism of Fire (Chrzest ognia) was made by David French, who translated most of the Witcher Saga starting with Time of Contempt. It was first published in English by Gollancz (UK) and Orbit (US) in 2014.