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5 out of 10. It may be a somewhat harsh rating, but that ending was beyond cheesy. That was the true definition of cringeworthy, I couldn't believe it was actually happening. No surprise the best parts were with Roose who continues to steal the scenes he is in, Arya, Tyrion, my boy Davos, and Reek. Overall though, not that impressed. I am optimistic about season 4 though. I am curious to see how they do end up handling CH and LS, as I'm fairly certain they won't be completely cut.

Absolutely a 10! I just stopped on here to say that..I really need to go watch it again. Damn..so so good!

I gave it a 7. This was a "calm before the storm" episode that had some great moments, and some missteps in my opinion. Pros: -Theon's storyline continues to impress, and Asha/Yara was great this episode..a considerable improvement over earlier in the season for sure -Tyrion and Cersei's conversation was very well done, and Ros actually had a very relevant scene which I can't even complain about..I had a feeling she would be the one that Cersei would get to..but it was still a good scene -Varys returned finally..and Hot Pie -Roose Bolton is great -I was glad to see Stannis and Davos back, and enjoyed the exposition and background info here for the Onion Knight..but I didn't care for Stannis asking Davos to be his hand in that situation Cons: - Jon's changed storyline still pales in comparison to the novel in my eyes -The romance between Robb and what's her face is just too cheesy for me and took up way too much time this episode -Dany's scene was not really necessary..I would like to see her start to develop more Decent episode..I can't wait for Sunday though!

I gave this episode a 7. A lot of things felt off to me for some reason, and a thing a lot of time allocation issues are becoming more and more prevalent. The changes to Jon's storyline annoy me the most and I don't like where it is going. This season Jon has been a complete moron and has made countless bad decisions, and sometimes I wonder if Kit Harrington even cares during certain scenes. Very disappointing, especially since Jon's chapters are some of my favorites in ACOK. Jon's story brought it down a lot for me, but this episode did have some great parts, especially with Theon's story and great acting in Jaime's scenes. I was so pumped to see him back that I nearly gave this episode a 9 on that alone..but other issues brought it down to a 7 for me.

I finally watched the episode this morning and I will give it an 8 for now. The episode had some great scenes, particularly in Winterfell and Kings Landing. Alfie Allen continues to impress me, and I felt the opening to the episode was harrowing and very well done. I enjoyed the riot scene mostly due to the Hound finally getting some well deserved screen time, and for Tyrion getting to slap Joffrey again. I am on the fence about Dany's storyline right now, but it has potential to turn out good I suppose. The fact that Irri may be dead though..that really pisses me off..It is Known that she is alive and well after Qarth..and I like her a lot. I am holding onto hope that she may just have been knocked out..but I won't hold my breath. The mention of Roose's bastard, Sandor, and Shaggydog all could have brought this episode to a 9 or 10..but I felt that Jon's storyline in this episode was illogical and poorly written. I won't say that it deviated so far that it can't end up like it did in the novels, but I must say I am worried about it right now more than I thought possible. Overall, great episode and worthy of an 8 in my opinion.

Great episode, I gave it a 9. At this point, I have just learned to accept the changes the show makes from the novels, and accept it as a standalone entity. (to some extent..) If I watch an episode and try to nitpick all of the changes, it only makes me sad and lessens my view of the show. So with a new mindset going in, I found I enjoyed this episode a lot!!! I thought the highlights were definitely the Arya scenes, Davos, and Tyrion and Bronn interacting with the Pyromancer..who was a pretty sweet guy The parts that brought it down a bit for me were the Qarth scenes and Loras' reaction to Renly's death Overall, great episode, and it should get even better from this point!

Just watched the episode again. What was up with Margaery's outfit?!? Lol! I swear LF's voice changes every episode!

I think last week's episode was better, but this was still great and sets up things well for the rest of the season. I think episode 5 and beyond will really step the intensity up. I would like to see some more fighting though, but I suppose they are saving that for Blackwater, which will be amazing. One thing I wonder is will they ever reveal the other Kingsguard members? I mean Meryn Trant is important, but what about Balon Swann, Oakheart, and of course Mandon Moore? Right now, besides Meryn, Sandor, and Jaime the rest of the Kingsguard is just nameless soldiers with cool armor and white cloacks. I just love the Kingsguard in general, and wish it was more developed!

Last season things really started to get intense after episode 4, and judging by the preview, it looks like this season will be no different! Can't wait for Qorin Halfhand, Jaqen in action, more Bran, and Brienne taking names! Also, if you are on a forum, you definitely have to expect nitpicking and criticism. If everyone agreed about every single thing..where is the fun in that?!?

Does anyone actually know what Soumai is?!?

Tywin does show up at Harrenhal in the books as well. At that point, Arya is helping out that crazy Weese character, who is probably cut from the show. Having her be the cupbearer for Tywin makes sense, and I am definitely pumped to see more Arya and Tywin! Roose shows up to Harrenhal and takes it over after Tywin leaves to fight in Riverrun and eventually the Blackwater. So Roose will probably still show there, have Lorch killed, and Arya will become his cupbearer as well, like she was in the novel. Just my guess though.

I was also definitely unimpressed by that scene. It just seemed very random, and Robb being so impressed by this girl was really unrealistic and didn't make much sense. As pleonasm said, it reminds me of Shae also, making female love interests "foreigners" having an attitude, and thinking that for some reason that makes them better characters. Plus, she talked back to Roose Bolton..she should get killed anyways!

I would give it an 8.5, so I rounded up to a 9 due to finally seeing Roose Bolton and the excellent Grey Wolf scene. Great opening to the episode (though I could have done without another fart joke, it just doesn't make sense for this show) and Bolton was awesome in his short scene. I feel like Tyrion and Twin stole the show this week. Tyrion is always amazing, and his scenes with Sansa and Lancel were very well done. Tywin just has some great presence to him that I can't really explain, but I just always think he kills it in every scene he is in. Probably because Dance is an amazing actor. I liked him just strolling in and calling Polliver an idiot. As far as Davos goes, they should just fully explain his backstory, so the nonbook readers know what he is talking to Stannis and Mel about. I also really don't like that Mel suggests that he wants her. I don't buy that for a second! Very strange. Shadow baby was pretty legit though. I don't know how I feel about Jeyne Westerling field nurse Volantene girl yet. Initially I am not impressed. Dany's scenes at Qarth with the "Spice King" were pretty funny for some reason. I really hope we get to see more of the dragons this season though, not just Drogon. I would have liked a mention of Beric Dondarrion, and nonbook readers probably had no idea what village or brotherhood they were talking about. Interesting "tickling" method...not done by the Tickler. Totally brought me back to the opening of Fast and Furious 2, where they tortured a guy the same way. The whore scene took way too long, and was just a little ridiculous in my opinion. Also, is the actress that plays Ros pregnant or something? She looks different, and always has tons of clothes on now, but that was just my random thought. That other whore is having some bad luck lately! Don't know why I wrote so much, but anyways, good episode, can't wait til next week as always!

Excellent episode! I gave it a 9. Theon was great in this episode, and I think him burning the note and his scene with the Damphair were just brilliant. (Amazing music in the Damphair scene). Tyrion was a boss as always, though I don't know where they are headed with LF and Catelyn. I really liked the scene in Winterfell with Bran, mostly because I love Maester Luwin, Summer, Hodor, and Bran! Yoren's death was very tragic, and came off better than it did in the book. I was very sad to see him go, but atleast he went down fighting! Arya was brilliant as always! My only gripes were Yara (Asha) who I still do not like in the show, and Shae, who I didn't like in the books, and I hate in the show Can't wait for next Sunday!