It's all about survival in this world and all about who you know.
In this world, you will find there are specialized warriors called Witchers. There is magic. There are sorceresses and sorcerers. There are monsters. Most people in this world are poor as dirt and live by any means necessary. You must fight to live.
The Wolf School has just acquired the necessary things to make more Witchers, You may apply anytime, but the risk is high. Becoming a Witcher can be deadly. Just as everything on the Continent is deadly.
Redania is at war with Nilfgaard. Witchers are feared and hated. Sorceresses and Sorcerers are also feared and hated. Choose your characters wisely. You must rely on your wits and charisma in this world because you are going to need friends and allies to survive.