I think 'The Red Keep's Secrets' is also great. It focuses on the political intrigue within the Red Keep. The author does an amazing job of creating new characters that fit seamlessly into the ASOIAF universe while also exploring the motives of the existing ones. It's full of twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat.
The Witcher is indeed a novel. It has gained significant popularity and has a devoted fan base. The novels have complex characters and engaging storylines.
Yes, there are The Witcher comics. They capture the essence and fantasy elements of the franchise. The art and storytelling in the comics contribute to the rich lore of The Witcher.
The plot of Wizard 1 takes place in England at the end of the 19th century. It tells the story of Geralt, a special profession called "Wizard". He and his friends carried out a series of missions in various areas of the wizarding world.
Geralt, the protagonist of the story, was a wizard with a strong sense of justice. He constantly discovered and exposed various dark sides and conspiracies in the wizarding world while carrying out missions with his friends. On one mission, he learned that an evil wizard was planning to use dark magic to destroy the entire wizarding world. He stepped forward and fought fiercely with the evil wizard.
During the battle, Geralt continued to search for the source of black magic and found that it was caused by an ancient magic known as the Great Black Magic. Through his tireless efforts, he finally succeeded in destroying the Great Dark Magic and saving the wizarding world.
As the story goes on, Geralt and his friends discover that there are many problems in the wizarding world, including discrimination between wizards and Muggles, political instability in the wizarding world, and so on. They decide to take action to work for the development and peace of the wizarding world.
In a way, they are suitable. The graphic novels usually have engaging illustrations that can draw in beginners. However, they might not explain every single detail about the Witcher world. But still, the basic plotlines are there, and you can get to know Geralt's character, his adventures, and the general atmosphere of the Witcher world without having prior knowledge of the franchise.
Arya Stark is also a main character. She's a strong - willed girl who defies the norms of her society. She goes through a lot of training and has many adventures in the short stories, which help her grow into a formidable figure.
Another great plot is the exploration of magic and the supernatural. In these short stories, there are elements of magic that are not fully explored in the main series. For instance, there are strange creatures and ancient spells that add an air of mystery and wonder to the world of asoiaf.
One popular 'asoiaf fanfiction' story is 'The Prince That Was Promised'. It offers an interesting take on the prophecies in the series. Another is 'Arya's Adventures Beyond the Wall' which expands on Arya's character and her potential travels in the wild. There's also 'Dany's New Reign' which speculates on what Daenerys' rule could be like if she had achieved all her goals in a different way.
One benefit is that it can expand the world of the original A Song of Ice and Fire series. Fanfiction often explores different character perspectives and storylines that the official books might not have delved into deeply. It can also provide a sense of community among fans, as they share and discuss these fan - created stories.