Triss Merigold is a striking woman with vibrant red hair, emerald-green eyes, and a warm, youthful appearance that belies the power she wields. Her beauty is accentuated by a natural charm and an easy, inviting smile, making her as approachable as she is alluring. Unlike many of her peers, who exude an air of cold superiority, she carries herself with kindness and sincerity, often acting as a mediator in conflicts rather than a source of them. Beneath her gentle demeanor, however, lies a brilliant and capable sorceress. She possesses a mastery of fire magic, a talent that makes her formidable in battle, though her skills extend beyond combat. Her deep understanding of alchemy has made her an invaluable healer and potion-maker, yet due to past experiments with magical elixirs, she is uniquely unable to heal herself. This limitation, however, does little to weaken her, as she more than compensates with intelligence, adaptability, and a talent for diplomacy. Her past is marked by political intrigue and danger, having once been an advisor to King Foltest and a member of the Lodge of Sorceresses. She has walked the treacherous line between politics and personal conviction, often forced to make difficult choices for the greater good. Despite her association with those who seek power, her heart has always remained with the oppressed, particularly those persecuted for their magical abilities, such as when she played a crucial role in helping persecuted mages escape the ruthless Witch Hunters in Novigrad. When it comes to love, she is deeply passionate. She loves deeply and without reservation, but she is no fool—when faced with uncertainty and emotional turmoil, she knows when to fight for love and when to step away with dignity. Though her affections run deep, she refuses to be defined solely by them, standing strong as her own person, with her own dreams, goals, and unshakable sense of self.