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The Witcher 2 Signs & Magic
In The Witcher 2, Geralt has the knowledge of signs from the beginning.
Aard � a telekinetic wave that can throw back, knock down or stun an opponent. This sign can also be used to destroy obstacles, for example crumbling walls or stacks of barrels.
Igni � fire magic, throws flames that wound opponents & make gas (from bombs) explode. Upgraded Igni sign has a chance of incinerating opponents and also has a larger area of effect.
Yrden � a magical trap placed on the ground (wounds & immobilizes opponents when triggered). The sign's basic level allows you to place 1 yrden sign on the ground (With upgrade, up to 3 yrden signs at a time).
Quen � a protective shield that lasts for 30 seconds at the sign's basic level. It is a sign that Geralt uses on himself � quen absorbs all damage directed at Geralt, and the upgraded version reflects 50% of the damage back toward to enemy. While quen is in effect, Geralt cannot regenerate vigor.
Axii � charm an opponent. When the charm is successful, the enemy becomes an ally for a short while, fighting for you.
Heliotrop � not available immediately, needs points in the magic skill tree. The Heliotrop Sign creates a temporary immobile circular force-field area around Geralt, which considerably slows down everything inside the field except himself.
Reference: Sign, The Witcher Wiki
The Witcher 2 Traps
Clawer - Wounds and causes bleeding. Damage: 30 � 55
Rage - Causes foes to attack each other.
Biter - Wounds with shrapnel. Damage: 10 � 30
Talgar Winter - Slows foes down. Damage: 20 � 30
Conflagration - Incinerates foes and detonates other traps within range. Damage: 20 � 50
Snare - Wounds and causes bleeding. Damage: 30 � 50
Harpy trap - Effective against harpies.
Kayran trap - Effective against a kayran.
Nekker trap - Effective against nekkers.
Used trap - No longer usable
Reference: TW2 Traps, The Witcher Wiki
