Money Quote by Andrzej Sapkowski
““Fifty for a werewolf. That was plenty, for the work had been easy. The werewolf hadn’t even fought back. Driven into a cave from which there was no escape, it had knelt down and waited for the sword to fall. The Witcher had felt sorry for it. But he needed the money.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Witcher Saga, The Last Wish, 1993
A mercenary makes a pragmatic choice, valuing profit over compassion for a defeated creature.
In simple terms: Choosing money over mercy.
Key Takeaway
Weigh profit against empathy.
Themes
ethics
pragmatism
compassion
survival
power
Mood
conflicted
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- hunting
- bounty hunting
- financial desperation
- combat
- decision making
Key Concepts
utilitarianism
moral dilemma
economic necessity
Questions to Reflect On
- Is it ever justified to prioritize money over kindness?
- What are the long‑term effects of such choices?
A Different Perspective
The creature’s suffering is ignored, raising questions about moral cost of profit.
