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The Novel

"Crossroads of Ravens" is a novel by Andrzej Sapkowski, published in September 2025. It is a prequel story set in the Witcher universe, exploring events that precede the main saga. The book is the first new Witcher novel from Sapkowski in several years.

Connection to The Witcher IV

CD Projekt Red has confirmed that The Witcher IV incorporates elements from "Crossroads of Ravens." The developers stated they are "beholden to the lore, the canon of the books by Andrzej Sapkowski, the three previous Witcher games." This suggests that lore established in the new novel may appear in the game's world, characters, or backstory.

Specific plot points or characters from the novel that appear in The Witcher IV have not been detailed. CDPR has historically drawn from the books for world-building, creature lore, and character backstories rather than directly adapting novel plots into game storylines.

Sapkowski's Involvement

Andrzej Sapkowski is a creative consultant for CD Projekt Red. While the games are not direct adaptations of his novels, CDPR works to maintain consistency with the established book canon. The publication of a new novel during active game development created an opportunity for closer alignment between the literary and game continuities.