Generally pleased with this offering. This isn't GOT, nor should it be. It's a different world with it's own dark places. However, one thing The Witcher could learn from GOT is development of supporting characters. Production values are high, casting is pretty spot on and lots to offer the fantasy fan. What I really like, Henry Cavill, Anya Chalotra, Jasper Batey, Jodhi May and Bjorn Hlynur Haraldsson. The choreographed fighting scenes are well executed, Cavill is a standout; larger battle scenes need someone used to handling them. Not the same thing as one on one combat. The transitional time lines. Handled very nicely. I loved the subtle cues as opposed to subtitles, "Present Day", etc. What is uneven is the writing. Too much exposition at times, particularly in the first episode. Some of the dialogue is snappy and on point and chemistry is good, however, a character will be introduced, peak your interest, then disappear without a trace. The Doppler is a clear example of this. Episode four is the strongest one, from a writing standpoint. The objectives are clearly brought forward and a fairly complicated storyline is handled beautifully. Now that they've laid out the basis of the Witcher World the writers need to focus on character development and consistent storytelling. Perhaps the show runner could focus on guiding the writers and introduce distinct story trajectories. I would suggest a first season of 10 episodes with more attention to character development would have been ideal. Overall an intriguing show, glad they have okayed a second season.