The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and its predecessors unfold in a vast unnamed expanse and surrounding islands collectively known as the Continent. Within this expansive setting, players traverse five significant regions:

• Kaer Morhen: The ancestral fortress of the Wolf School Witchers, nestled in the Blue Mountains of Kaedwen.
• Skellige Isles: An archipelago within the Northern Kingdoms, famed for its seafaring culture.
• White Orchard: A village scarred by recent conflict, now under Nilfgaardian control.
• Velen and Novigrad: Velen, a lawless land teeming with various factions, juxtaposed with the bustling city of Novigrad.
• Toussaint: An autonomous region under Nilfgaard, known for its vineyards and hidden underground passages.

Each locale in Geralt's journey harbors a complex history. Formerly inhabited by elves and giants, these lands have witnessed human dominance and the ensuing struggles for power, especially evident in the ongoing tensions between the Northern Kingdoms and Nilfgaard. Understanding this historical backdrop is crucial to making sense of the Continent's current state.

Unveiling The Continent's History

Central to the Continent's lore is The Conjunction of the Spheres, a pivotal event that heralded the arrival of humans and other races. Predating the games by 1,500 years, this convergence shifted power from the Elder Races to the incoming humans. Notably, in 760, the 'First Landing' marked humans' expansion into the Northern Kingdoms, leading to conflicts and territorial disputes.

Turning Tides: Humans vs. Elves

In 782, the fall of Divethaf to Ludovic’s forces signaled humans' first successful conquest of an Elven realm. This victory, coupled with humans' burgeoning magical prowess, sparked prolonged animosity and warfare across the Continent. The narrative extends beyond human-elf conflicts, with the Nilfgaardian Empire posing a new threat due to its mixed heritage and expansionist ambitions.