Triss Merigold's Wedding Cut from Witcher 3

In the Witcher 3's "Ashen Marriage" quest, set in Novigrad, Geralt assists Triss Merigold and her fiancé, Castello, with wedding preparations. His tasks include ridding the canals of monsters, procuring alcohol, and selecting a wedding gift for Triss.

The gift Geralt chooses influences Triss's reaction. A memory rose, a nod to The Witcher 2, evokes a strong emotional response, while less sentimental gifts receive a cooler reception.

However, Dijkstra's revelation that Castello is connected to witch hunters throws a wrench into the proceedings. Castello is revealed to be acting under duress, blackmailed by the hunters who threaten to expose his daughter from a previous marriage.

Geralt has the option of revealing this truth to Triss, either alone or with Castello. Regardless, the wedding is called off. Triss is either disappointed in her fiancé or appreciative of his honesty, but concludes the marriage was premature.

This plot development offered a chance to enrich Geralt and Triss's dynamic and further develop supporting characters, adding layers of complexity to the narrative.