Overview
This is a very small guide explaining an issue that seems to plague a lot of new players – getting past the riposte tutorial in the arena at the start of the game.
Witcher 2 Tutorial Riposte problem
Many players have complained that they cannot finish the tutorial because they are unable to perform a riposte in the training arena at the beginning of the game. Because of this, they are unable to progress to the rest of the game.
There is a very simple solution that I will explain here.
SOLUTION
The game does not explain this very well, but you can only perform a riposte if your vigor is full.
YOU CANNOT PERFORM A RIPOSTE IF THE VIGOR (YELLOW) IS NOT 100% FULL.
Just run around, dodge, or do whatever you need to do until the vigor charges up — note that using signs or blocking will deplete your vigor, so avoid those actions.
Once your yellow meter is full, just stand back from your foe and hold the block button until he begins attacking. You’ll see the riposte icon appear on his body.
Bingo.
Move along now.