How to use skills in The Witcher 3
"The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt" is a classic open world role-playing game, and its skill system is the key for players to improve their combat effectiveness. This article will introduce in detail the skill classification, usage and popular combinations of The Witcher 3 to help players better master the combat skills of the Witcher.
1. Skill classification

The Witcher 3's skills are divided into five categories: combat, sigils, alchemy, general and mutation. Each skill has a unique purpose, and players can match it according to their own play style.
| Skill category | Main function | representative skills |
|---|---|---|
| fight | Improve swordsmanship and physical attack capabilities | Quick attack, powerful attack |
| Dharma seal | Enhance magic attack and control effects | Fire of Igni, Seal of Alder |
| Alchemy | Strengthen potion and bomb effects | Toxicity limit, bomb damage |
| Universal | Provide survivability and support capabilities | Health recovery, weight increase |
| mutation | Unlock special abilities | mutagenic agents |
2. How to use skills
1.Skill point distribution: Players earn skill points by leveling up or completing tasks, which can be allocated in the character menu. It is recommended to give priority to skills that suit your play style.
2.Skill slot activated: After allocating skill points, you need to drag the skill into the skill slot to take effect. There are only 4 slots initially, and more can be unlocked later through equipment and mutations.
3.Skill combination: A reasonable combination of skills can greatly improve combat effectiveness. For example, players of the Dharma Seal style can mainly add the Fire of Igni and the Seal of Alder, and use the alchemy skills to enhance their ability to fight for a long time.
3. Recommended combination of popular skills
| genre | core skills | Applicable scenarios |
|---|---|---|
| Swordsmanship | Quick attack, whirling sword dance | High burst of melee combat |
| Fayinliu | Fire of Igni, Seal of Alder | group control |
| alchemical flow | Toxicity limit, bomb damage | protracted war |
| mixed flow | Quick Attack + Igni Fire | all-rounder |
4. Skill usage techniques
1.Seal switch: You can quickly switch between seals during battle, for example, first use Alder's Seal to knock down the enemy, and then switch to Igni's Fire to burn.
2.Alchemical combination: Before using potions and bombs, make sure the alchemy skill is activated to maximize the effect.
3.mutagenic agents: After unlocking the mutation system in the later stage, the effect of skills can be greatly enhanced. For example, the "biting" mutation can freeze enemies with the Seal of Alder.
5. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What should I do if I don’t have enough skill points?
A: Can be reallocated by completing quests, finding magic places, or using skill point reset potions.
Q: Which genre is the strongest?
A: There is no absolute strongest genre. It is recommended to choose based on personal preference. The swordsmanship flow is suitable for quick attacks, the seal flow is good at controlling the field, and the alchemy flow is suitable for long-term battles.
Through the above introduction, I believe players can use the skill system of The Witcher 3 more skillfully and become a true master witcher!
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