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This show is solid proof that spin-offs arent always necessary.

Unfortunately, the slim four-episode count fails to accomodate its sprawling and uneven plot.

The series sets up two plotlines that eventually converge as one.

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Multiverse of monsters

There are parts of Blood Origin that actually work quite well.

We see vast green plains, craggy cliffs and black soil, providing some much-needed environmental eye candy.

Eiles tunes are catchy and thankfully, were treated to another banger from Jaskier in the end credits.

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The Witcher: Blood Origin premieres on December 25, 2022 on Netflix.

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