[The show of magic impresses Geralt. Healing in his world is far more primitive and nowhere near as fast. Dealing with even simple wounds is a feat not managed by many, and it looks like Julian could take on serious wounds and have them heal on himself within seconds. Which is not a pleasant experience, to be sure, but it’s unpleasantness doesn’t detract from how impressive it is.]

It may please you to know that’s the most impressive party trick I’ve ever been shown. Granted, I haven’t been invited to many parties, but I have seen some impressive things done with spoons at the ones I have been invited to.

[He glances at the pale column of Julian’s throat, where the sigil briefly appeared. He can't see any impression of it in the skin.]

When you take the wounds from other people, is that voluntary? Or are you required to layer up before entering crowds?