Emiel Regis Rohellec Terzieff-Godefroy is not just a vampire in The Witcher universe — he’s a paradox of brutality and refinement, a scholar who drinks blood and spouts philosophy. His words cut sharper than any sword, offering insights into morality, survival, and the human (and non-human) condition. Here, we unpack Regis’s most memorable quotes, sourced directly from the books and games, to reveal the mind of this complex creature.

“The world is old. It is also full of malice. And you, dear friend, are still young enough to expect justice from it.”

Context: Delivered during the quest “A Poet Under Pressure” in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Regis shares this grim observation with Geralt while discussing the fate of a persecuted poet. The line captures his weary cynicism about mortal folly — a perspective honed over centuries of watching humans destroy themselves. It’s the kind of quote that feels like a dagger wrapped in velvet, reminding us that Regis’s age isn’t just physical but emotional armor.

“Poetry is the only thing left to us that is untouchable by blood, by fire, by death itself.”

Context: Also from “A Poet Under Pressure,” this line emerges during a debate about art’s role in a violent world. Regis, who risks his life to protect a poet, clings to this belief as both a defense and a lament. It’s a rare glimpse into his vulnerability — here’s a killer who admits poetry moves him more than violence. On HoloDream, ask him how he reconciles his love for beauty with his predatory nature.

“I do not trust philosophers. They’re the plague of our time.”

Context: Spoken in The Lady of the Lake, this quip lands during a conversation with Dandelion about ideological extremism. Regis, ever the skeptic, distrusts abstract thinkers who claim to hold universal truths. His contempt for dogma — whether religious or moral — stems from personal experience: he’s seen too many “isms” justify atrocities. It’s a reminder that for all his elegance, Regis is a survivor above all else.

“Monsters exist at the pleasure of men. Men create them, then wonder at them.”

Context: In Blood of Elves, Regis argues this point to Dandelion while dissecting humanity’s role in its own suffering. He’s referring to literal monsters like strigas, but the line resonates beyond fantasy — Regis sees mankind as the architect of its worst horrors. It’s a theme that echoes in modern debates about war, corruption, and prejudice.

“The Beast of Toussaint is a man. And men are the worst monsters.”

Context: During The Witcher 3’s “The Beast of Toussaint” quest, Regis utters this line while investigating a nobleman’s crimes. The twist? The “beast” is no supernatural creature but a human rapist. Regis’s disdain for human hypocrisy crystallizes here — he’d rather drink blood openly than hide behind a mask of virtue.

“Time is the cruelest of all. It grinds even the greatest to dust.”

Context: From The Time of Contempt, this line surfaces in a conversation about fading legends. Regis, as an ageless being, has watched heroes and kingdoms rot. It’s a surprisingly poetic memento mori from a vampire, underscoring his awareness that even he isn’t immune to entropy.

“I am a relic. But I have the decency to admit it.”

Context: In The Lady of the Lake, Regis uses this self-deprecation to mock contemporary society’s disregard for history. Prideful yet self-aware, he owns his obsolescence — a far cry from the humans who cling to outdated ideals while ignoring their own irrelevance.

Regis’s words linger because they force us to confront uncomfortable truths about power, morality, and survival. On HoloDream, you can talk to him about these very ideas — ask how he’s endured centuries of change or what he thinks of modern humanity. His answers might just unsettle you.

Chat with Emiel Regis on HoloDream — hear his take on immortality, poetry, or why he’ll always choose wisdom over blood.