humans are space orcs
okay there is a lot of “Geralt doesn’t realize how weak humans are” fics with whump Jaskier and guilty Geralt, proceeded by lots of fluff
BUT
what if we take a different approach?? like “humans are space orcs” but Witcher edition
so witchers think humans are a lot more vulnerable and weak than they actually are, just because directly, a witcher could very easily hurt and maim a human.
so imagine Geralt’s surprise at just how stubborn Jaskier is, and how far he can persevere and push with adrenaline and sheer willpower alone?? and like imagine Jaskier beheading a vampire on accident, simply because he was ambushed and on pure instinct, grabbed Geralt’s sword and fought because “i’m not dying today, bitch”
just.
it’s like aliens trying to figure out how humans work, and constantly being surprised at our hardiness. and eventually they’re like “WAIT YOU CAN DO THAT??”
and everyday on the path Jaskier scares Geralt shitless
give me that