The Witcher 3 alternative looks: Netflix Dandelion appearance, Nilfgaardian Armor & more

Alternative looks for characters in The Witcher 3CD Projekt Red/ Dexerto

The Witcher series has always had the feature to customize your character. The Witcher 3 doubles down on this feature allowing you to customize NPCs around you like Ciri, Yennefer, Triss, and Dandelion. So, here are all the alternative looks for each character in the game.

The Witcher 3 offers alternate looks for a number of the game’s characters introduced in the next-gen update, which can help make your playthrough even more special. Fans of The Witcher Netflix show can even unlock alternate outfits for Dandelion and the Nilfgaardian soldiers.

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So, if you wish to know how The Witcher 3 alternative skins look for Geralt, Ciri, Yennefer, Triss, and Dandelion or want to know how you can unlock them all, then our handy hub has everything you need to know. 

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Alternative appearance for characters in The Witcher 3

Dandelion

Dandelion in The Witcher 3. CD Projekt RED
The Witcher 3 next-gen update has added Dandelion’s Netflix outfit.

As part of The Witcher 3 next-gen update, the developers have added an alternative Dandelion appearance that can be equipped. The new outfit switches Dandelion’s purple ensemble out for the green tunic worn by Jaskier/Dandelion in the Netflix show. 

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If that wasn’t enough, Dandelion’s face and hairstyle have been changed to one that is closer to how he was portrayed in the Netflix production. So, if you wish to Toss a Coin to your Witcher, then be sure to equip this skin. 

Ciri

Ciri in The Witcher 3CD Projekt RED
Ciri’s alternate look gives her some added armor.

The alternate look for Ciri is an outfit that was inspired by the latest fashion in Zerrikania. Ciri sports a chainmail vest and ornate shoulder pads with a unique golden pattern. 

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This look is a little more extravagant and certainly befitting of the princess of Cintra and time-traveling Witcher.

Yennefer

Yennefer in The Witcher 3

Yennefer has ditched the trousers and instead sported a black cloak, which has been contrasted by green feathers and a dark teal top. The brown leather waistcoat and black scarf have also been added to help round off the outfit. 

Triss

Triss in The Witcher 3CD Projekt RED
The Triss alternate skin sees the mage where an elegant robe.

Triss Merigold’s alternative appearance in The Witcher 3 sees the fiery mage adorned in an elegant green and gold robe, which features a tree branch pattern that flows from top to bottom. 

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Nilfgaardian armor

Nilfgaard armor in The Witcher 3

While the Netflix Witcher series’ portrayal of the Nilfgaardian armor set may have proven divisive, the developers have added it to the game. It may not be a fan favorite but for those that wish to mix and shake things up on a new playthrough, the option to do so is there. 

How to switch to alternative looks of characters

Alternative character appearances in The Witcher 3CD Projekt Red
To access alt character appearances, you have to manually change them in the main menu.

To change a character’s alternate appearance all you have to do is:

  • Quit to the main menu.
  • Head to Options and select the Gameplay tab.
  • Scroll to the bottom of the Gameplay tab.
  • You can then manually switch various characters’ alternate appearances.

So, there you have it, that’s every alternate appearance in The Witcher 3. Be sure to check out our other Witcher 3 content:

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