The Witcher fans share confusion over major change in season two
December 17, 2021 - 16:47 GMT Eve Crosbie The highly anticipated second season of Henry Cavill's fantasy drama series The Witcher landed on Netflix this week and viewers didn't waste any time getting stuck in.However, the new episodes left fans of the book and video game that the show is based on scratching their heads after dramatically changing one of the franchise's most beloved characters.
While in the game, the witcher Eskel is portrayed as a kind-natured and understanding character, the episodes depict him as predatory and arrogant. What's more, the writers of the TV show have strayed from the books and prematurely aired his death in the eighth episode of season two.MORE: Netflix confirms six beloved shows are leaving streaming platform – and fans aren't happy
One irate fan said:"Why would you do this to a character the entire fandom loves already and was gonna welcome with open arms? Do you have any idea what Eskel means to a lot of us? I just cannot wrap my head around how anyone could think the fans would take this well."Another echoed this writing:"Jesus Christ Eskel wasn't like what he was in the books/games AT ALL.
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