#toss a coin to your witcher. [ v. main / jaskier ]

[adventures-written]

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[betterdcyz-a]

final space quotes. lines from season one. part one. / accepting!

@zagubionywilk​ asked: “ why are you showing me this ?” ( @ jask! )

“Because I bet you haven’t touched a lute in your life, so I’m showing you the basics.” 

“And I can’t always be there, so you have to be the one to sing your own praises.” He got the lute in position, his nimble fingers plucking a few strings. “Are you ready?” 

[kalcia]

The Witcher books are something I grew up with. I read them first when I was 14-15. Then I reread them again, and again and again. I still have first released copies... very used up lol. I was bookmarking interesting moments, funny quotes, elvish sentences. I was obsessed. Then came out polish film, very disappointing ;) then first game, endured extreme loading lags, played when they were patched, then came out second game and finally the best one - third. The world found out about The Witcher. And then Netflix decided to adapt book series into their own tv series and I was over the moon. I was so excited. There were gossips about Henry Cavill playing main role, then there was a confirmation. People weren’t impressed. Somehow they only knew him from Superman... I watched other films he was in and I knew he would do perfectly. And fuck it, he did not disappoint. I loved first season, I was so happy my beloved bard was named Jaskier instead of Dandelion. I’m really looking forward to the next season.

The reason I’m writing this is cause my Spotify random playlist started off with Toss a coin to your Witcher ;)

The first time I heard Joey Batey sing I thought to myself: “If he isn’t already in a band, I hope someone will grab him. He’s got freaking awesome voice.” And you know what, he is in a band xD

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqbS7O9qIXE

[untaintedtea]

I should have written this earlier when Witcher Netflix was more fresh in my mind (I haven't done a proper rewatch yet) but I still wanted to write a post about some thoughts I had (that I actually remember lol) and stuff I want in the next season. It's like 99% about Geralt/Yen/Ciri bc I have three brain cells and they're dedicated to them.

The spoiler-free stuff: I definitely loved it! There's some scenes in the book that I would have loved to have seen on screen that I'll mention later, but I really liked it for the most part. My main issue is the pacing, but I understand them trying to fit so much into only 8 episodes -- I hope next season will have at least 10 or even 12 eps to fully flesh out the storylines. There were times where I wondered how easy it was to follow if you didn't know the books, and it seems that it's kinda been mixed? But all-in-all people are loving it, there's lots of memes and new content, and I'm happy about that.

Yennefer's backstory and Anya Chalotra were the highlights for me, and I loved Tissaia as well. By "I haven't done a proper rewatch" I mean that I've only rewatched the first ep (Renfri ❤️) and the parts with Geralt/Yennefer lmao. I'll prob watch it all again later on. Now to the spoilery stuff (includes some refs to the books):

Some specific stuff I liked:

Geralt finally being able to sleep in the Last Wish episode and then him saying in the next ep that before he met Yen, "nights were restless" so she/the thought of her helps him sleep now? lol

Yen touching Geralt's face after he tells her she's important to him as if she can't believe she's important to someone right then and needs to make sure he's real or that she's not dreaming 😭

Téa and Véa and how they actually talked instead of not really communicating well themselves in the books

Yen's elven blood being emphasized and it being a thing that allows her to be naturally inclined towards magic…idek I'm just into that lmao

Geralt "hm"-ing all the time was excellent and is, unfortunately, v relatable

I wasn't gonna say this but since I posted about his casting on my blog previously…I'm still not a fan of Henry but I cannot deny his knowledge and dedication to Geralt and the Witcher lore, and I think he portrayed Geralt very well to the point where I don’t think I imagine anyone else playing the role now? I really mean this bc before I refused to reblog/tweet anything with him in it bc I’m petty LMAO

This is obvious but Toss a Coin to Your Witcher is the song of the year and Her Sweet Kiss is also good. @ netflix soundtrack WHEN

Some stuff I have issues with:

Istredd getting an expanded storyline is fine with me (and will probably set up better angst) but I wish he didn't do the thing Geralt does in Thanedd where he thinks about things Yen likes…I guess that's minor by itself, but Geralt thinking about the house in Thanedd is so important and I hope at least they keep that for the future. Also making the imaginary sorcerers Yennefer conjured up clap like in Thanedd is like…ok I'll allow it but Thanedd better be Extra Good bc I remember reading the part where they're in bed again when I wanted to make myself upset lmao

I wish we got the line when Geralt first called Yennefer "Yen" because "nobody's ever called me that. Say it again" is SO POWERFUL and I think that would have helped set up Geralt/Yen better in the series. Anya did describe the relationship as "animalistic and full of lust" and honestly that's fair but I also want people to understand why tf I'm smiling when we watch them fuck after the last wish instead of being like "ok but where did this come from" lmao. Yeah they’re horny af but pls!!!

Tbh I just want more Angst...like in the Bounds of Reason ep, the "you left" thing and Geralt asking for forgiveness was so short and would have been better if they just…expanded on it a little more…idek this is where I really wished they had an extra episode or two just to elaborate :/

The lack of baby dragon is so sad tbh. I liked that they did without Yen getting her titties exposed and threatened with rape obviously but the baby dragon running over to Yen tho!!

Ciri is my sweet child whom I love dearly and I understand her storyline but I wasn't super into her parts in a way? It makes sense since she's running and hiding and I felt her panic and loneliness and all that, but I think this could have only been fixed if they did Brokilon like in the books. I guess they'd have to cut down on Calanthe maybe?

As for the "Who is Yennefer?" ending:

I know many book readers weren't super satisfied with this, since ofc this is the famous "you're something more" scene, but I think it's fine within the context of the show because of the way Brokilon was handled (obviously I would have liked to see Geralt + Ciri interactions so we could have gotten “something more” though). It also sets up a connection between Yen + Ciri early on -- not really a strong one, but a connection nonetheless. And ofc it makes sense to people who don't know the books, and this is an adaptation after all.

I wish it wasn't as abrupt though? The fact that Ciri's first words to Geralt were about Yennefer is kind of a weird, but I guess that Ciri's vision was so vivid she couldn't help it maybe? And her mentioning Yennefer after Geralt talked about being linked by destiny enforces that it's all three of them linked.

I think this ending line allows for flashbacks via communication? Like if Geralt were to tell Ciri about Yen (and Yen telling Ciri about Geralt), they could elaborate on the relationship between Geralt/Yennefer that way and maybe have a flashback episode or at least a few scenes. I don’t really imagine Geralt saying too much about Yen but still?

So that takes us to things I want in the next season (not exhaustive; I need to do a BoE re-read):

The Dear Friend letter!!

And obviously before that, Triss staying at Kaer Morhen for a while…I wouldn't mind if they completely wrote out any attraction she had to Geralt ofc, but Ciri being sure that Triss is "not Geralt's woman" is also good

Imagine Ciri reading Yennefer's mind and accidentally seeing her thoughts about Geralt…not that she'd even need to though, as long as Yen tells Ciri that Geralt's hands are very gentle is enough lmao. But I'd love the "what is there between you and Geralt" line! In general, I really want Yen/Geralt to be like, the most obvious thing to the audience lol.

Yen telling Ciri that she's lucky bc Ciri knows that Geralt will come back for her and Yen isn't sure that Geralt would do the same for her 😭

Since they're doing the story with Nivellen, I'm hoping for other short stories to be adapted too. My favourite is A Shard of Ice, and I read that it's Henry's favourite too so I'm optimistic about it being included somehow. And since Istredd has a bigger role, it could work? ALSO WE NEED EVERYONE TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNICORN. PLEASE

Flashbacks to Belleteyn (is having another orgy scene ok. pls say yes) and the Geralt seeing that the 14th name on the hill wasn't Yennefer. He wanted to die again ahhhhhhh

Yarpen asking Geralt "is [Ciri] yours?"

More Jaskier songs about Geralt/Yen…even just one pls

And more angst bc like. There's so much come on lmao hurt the audience

A lot of Yennefer + Ciri. Just a Lot of it.

[adventures-written]

To say Jaskier enjoyed this experience would be an understatement. Geralt was, indeed, good at giving a massage. He wasn't even sure why he doubted the Witcher would be. Sure, they were hands used for fighting monsters and wielding a blade, but they were skilled in their craft. Why wouldn't it translate to this? Besides, Geralt generally had people fawning over him, and he never heard any complaints from those he brought to bed...

He tried to push that last thought out of his mind.

In the time and care Geralt was taking, Jaskier almost found himself falling asleep after a while. His body became more and more relaxed at Geralt's touch until he was just slumped against the bed in a proverbial puddle.

"That was really good," he murmured as he lifted his head, "Thank you...I appreciate your help." And these comments were genuine, for once. No teasing. No condescending tone. He really was grateful.

The fact that the Witcher was going out of his way to do something nice for him was a surprise to Jaskier, but one he did not feel like teasing him about. Not right now when he did not even have the hot water of a bath to soothe those aching muscles.

Laying down on the bed, he closed his eyes. Jaskier wasn't sure exactly what he expected from Geralt, but he didn't expect him to be particularly good at massaging. Those strong hands moving across his back made him moan -- which he tried to brush away as simple surprise from the touch and the sensitivity of the area.

He could tell that the Witcher was being careful with his touch, guiding his hands in a manner as to not hurt him. This was something he was thankful for as well.

He did find himself burying his face into the bedding below him though, wanting to quiet any noises he may make. He didn't need to make this awkward or garner any teasing from Geralt.

@lostxndbroken

[betterdcyz-a]

@vaenaku​ / starter call.

His final act had been completed for the day, or for this particular hour as Jaskier plans on giving his fingers some time to rest. The bard prefers to avoid overdoing it, which, of course, is a bit of a shocker since it’s in his theatrical nature to overdo stuff at times. But Jaskier is completely aware of his limits, and didn’t want to put a strain in his fingers nor in his singing voice. 

“Cedric! How was that? Did my performance whisk you away?” The bard sang out cheerfully, now walking over to him. “Did it take you far over to the lands of fantasy and romance?” 

[betterdcyz-a]

╰      ♡   ROMANTIC FIRSTS. ( send  KISS  ME  for  the  first  time  my  muse  kissed  your  muse. ) / accepting!

@vaenaku​​ asked: Kiss Me for Jaskier and Cedric ofc, you can't tell me he hasn't thought about it ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

They’re together, all alone, just the two of them in a room that Jaskier paid for in full with his gold. He sang softly, the beginning of Her Sweet Kiss: “——I’m weak my love, and I am wanting.” as nimble fingers plucked the strings of his lute, a soft melody being presented as he sang for him. 

And it’s close and personal; a private performance, only performed for Cedric, consider it the special treatment for a man that is constantly praising Jaskier for his efforts. Then the next line, the chorus: “——But the story is this. She’ll destroy you with her sweet kiss.” The plucking of strings cease, and Jaskier happens to be standing so close to him that the last word lingers on the tip of his tongue, his heart wildly hammering in his ribcage. 

His sweet kiss. Jaskier moved his lute, positioned it so that it was more by his hip than at his front before leaning forward for the opportunity to actually kiss him. Jaskier dives his head forward, soft lips brushing over what he considered heavenly with a hint of wine. ( Toussaint Red? Must be. Who knows. It’s lovely nonetheless, exquisite. ) He has no strength to pull away, all he wants to do was to kiss him, feel him, understand him, maybe even make a song from this and pour every emotion he felt for the man into lyrics, onto parchment with flowers pressed. 

[adventures-written]

There was a small noise of surprise as he was picked up, legs almost instinctively coming to wrap around Geralt and support himself. As Geralt sat down, he could feel himself nestled in the mans lap. He opened his mouth to comment, to joke, but he was quickly silenced.

He didn't need to be told twice. Not right now. Not when he knew words would only ruin the moment. It would do nothing more than to cause Geralt to run away. For all the questions he had, he swallowed each and every one of them.

Arms wrapped themselves around the Witcher's neck, deepening their shared kiss. If this was all they did tonight, Jaskier would be happy. For once, no arguments to ruin their night.

When they did part from the kiss, Jaskier had to catch his breath. His breathing was ragged, his blood pumping full with adrenaline. He was nervous, afraid that the heat of the moment might be the reason for the kiss and that Geralt would say it meant nothing, when it felt like it did mean something.

That was how Geralt worked and ran around things like feelings. Brush it off, wall himself in. If you didn't talk about it then nothing could happen.

Just when his breath was caught, he attempted to form a set of words. "Geralt, I --" But he was quickly silenced again. Not negatively as he almost expected, but by another kiss. He got the hint now. No words. Words were messy, they could be interpreted the wrong way. But actions, those spoke volumes on their own, and they certainly were screaming right now.

He did not let up on his hold on Geralt's front. He was not running away from him this time.

[betterdcyz-a]

sharks in the time of saviors, pt. 1. / accepting!

@vaenaku​ asked: I'd do that for you. [ cedric for jaskier! ]

A bard travels anywhere; his melodic heart was bound to the twisting roads down to the ballrooms and taverns where he performs. But Jaskier was losing his muse. He hasn’t seen the Witcher for a month, and it was hard to create ballads around someone who is hardly present. So when Cedric agreed to be his muse, Jaskier’s face lit up with delight, eyes going slightly wide. 

“You will? Oh, Cedric! Bless you and your golden heart! You won’t regret this! Now that you’re my new muse, I have to travel with you. That’s fine with you, yes? We’ll be companions!” 

[betterdcyz-a]

SUPERNATURAL SENTENCE STARTERS. / accepting!

@treppenwitzz​ asked: “well, let’s do this again, like, never.” / yen @ jaskier

Jaskier huffed dramatically and crossed his arms over his chest. “——whatever, I wish I can undo this so we never did this.” The bard attempted to one-up her with his words, now grabbing the wine bottle and pouring himself another glass. “Where’s a bloody djinn when you need it, huh.” 

[betterdcyz-a]

♡   WW84   [  𝚂𝙴𝙽𝚃𝙴𝙽𝙲𝙴 𝚂𝚃𝙰𝚁𝚃𝙴𝚁𝚂 𝙿𝚃. 𝟷  ] / accepting!

@vaenaku​ asked: You truly delight me. [ cedric / jaskier ]

“——you truly delight me as well.” Jaskier prods back, using Cedric’s words against him, purposely emphasising the word you. “And this flattery of yours will get you everywhere; so, please don’t stop and continue, and tell me what else delights you.” 

[betterdcyz-a]

♡   THE GOOD PLACE   [  𝚂𝙴𝙽𝚃𝙴𝙽𝙲𝙴 𝚂𝚃𝙰𝚁𝚃𝙴𝚁𝚂 𝚂𝟷:𝙴𝟹 ]. / accepting!

@getlostsqdwrd​ asked: Whatever. This whole thing is stupid. ( geralt @ jas )

“Stu—” The word was still lingering on his tongue, his eyebrows raised, expression almost comical. “Stupid?” Finally, the bard speaks, his jaw dropping. “No, you have no right to label this as stupid, Geralt! It’s pampering. It does wonders!” Jaskier playfully slaps at Geralt’s bicep. “Come on. Bath first, lather up, put some rosemary and lavender in the water, make it all nice.” 

[betterdcyz-a]

♡   THE GOOD PLACE   [  𝚂𝙴𝙽𝚃𝙴𝙽𝙲𝙴 𝚂𝚃𝙰𝚁𝚃𝙴𝚁𝚂 𝚂𝟷:𝙴𝟹 ]. / accepting!

@getlostsqdwrd​ asked: Why ? It’s so much harder to live like that. ( renfri @ jas )

“And yet it doesn’t stop even the lowest of thieves,” He paused to take a sip of his ale. “really, the low of the low, but does that stop them? Noooooo.” Jaskier shook his head before gulping down the rest of his ale. With the tankard empty, the bard leaves it at the counter and sighs. “Yeah, it’s harder, again, doesn’t stop them unless they’re slaughtered by people like Witchers or Mercenaries or even Guards. Especially a Witcher.” 

[betterdcyz-a]

𝔭𝔞𝔯𝔞𝔰𝔦𝔱𝔢. / accepting!

@rebelliousfamily​ said: ❝ What the fuck is going on here? ❞ (for jas from ciri who should not be swearing)

"——!!” 

He was completely gobsmacked by Ciri’s foul language. Jaskier’s jaw has dropped almost comedically as he wagged his finger at the young lady. He can’t believe this! “You!” The wagging of his finger stopped, and now Jaskier has his hands on his hips. “You shouldn’t say foul things, Ciri. Who taught you to say that? No, no. Don’t tell me. Geralt, isn’t it? If I wasn’t my mother dearest, you’d have your tongue washed with soap! And for your information, I’m practising for my next performance.” 

[betterdcyz-a]

@vaenaku​ asked: "So, darling, what songs are writing now? What's coming next? I must know." Will he ever grow tired of Jaskier's tales? Never. [ Cedric :) ]

His leather-bound journal ( filled with many written songs - half-written, a few sentences in, etcetera - but also starring documentations of his view of the Witcher, of his signs, you name it. ) was open, the tip of his quill wet with ink. Inspiration was running through him due to recent events. He paused, a smile gracing his lips. “And ruin the surprise? I don't think so, no, you’ll have to find out like the rest of my audience when it’s done. But I can say this: It’s romantic, that’s for sure, and I think you’ll love it.” 

[betterdcyz-a]

big machine, pt. 2. / accepting!

@jyargal​ said: do you know what a determined man can do? impossible things. / Regis to Jaskier if that works!

The bard’s eyebrow arched curiously at the man. The soft strumming of the strings ceased for a moment as Jaskier looked at him. “Oh? And are you a determined man who could do impossible things?” He inquired, tone filled with interest.