Lady Anna

I'd give this a 6. Average. This episode had my favourite group of characters on the show but also was a letdown.

Sorry to butt in but just jumping off from your post, the problem to me is really in giving this fetish to a disabled character whose disability is his foot. It's honestly quite....weird that they even included this in his character. And on top of it all, he's been portrayed as kinslaying evil. It's just a bad combination of "the disabled guy is very evil and also has a foot fetish". I don't know if I'm making myself clear but it feels too much when his character could be more nuanced.

This was a very poor episode in my opinion. I feel that the overall writing quality of this show is decreasing with each episode. The Greens are still however more interesting and compelling to me on the show - their characterization and the actors both - but all around it all feels uneven. Edit to say: The lighting on the show is baffling to me. The perpetual mist in every scene obscures so much, including the set & costumes work. And while I do get people's criticism of the whitewashing of both Alicent and Rhaenyra compared to the books, I am really enjoying their characterization on the show. It's different but it's not bad at all to me. Especially Alicent's.

Right and he himself became Lord of Harrenhal. In that sense, I can see why he killed Harwin too. But otoh, and since the episode revolved around the children's parentage, it seems weird that Larys, who's on Alicent's side so far, would have killed Harwin who could confess to being the father of Rhaenyra's children. In any case I don't think this will be relevant again on the show.

Liked the episode mostly for the kids fight and the dagger scene. Emma D'arcy is the best actor on the show to me now. They're doing an amazing job and I far prefer their version to Milly's (nothing against the actresses but I MUCH prefer their older versions than the younger). I don't know if it's just me but Rhaenyra comes across as sensible, astute and self-aware. I think this episode shows that she is preparing herself for what's coming: her marriage to Daemon (uniting both claims) and her words about fire being their family's bane and prison really shows a sort of resigned determination to what will happen when her father dies (war). Like "if we must then let's do it", the only way out is through. Alicent's reaction after the blinding, and cutting her with the dagger, must have been a sign. My only complaint is that the Leanor thing doesn't make much sense and I'm afraid that they're making the Blacks seem more "good" then the Greens, especially Daemon. Sometimes he's a bastard and evil as is true to the book (grooming niece, not caring about his daughter, laughing at the funeral, etc.) but they didn't choose to make him the person behind Harwin's and Laenor's deaths (I didn't comment on the thread for episode 6 but why did they have Larys commiting kinslaying and getting rid of living evidence that Rhaenyra's children are bastards? Unless it was meant as a false flag operation but no one seems to question what happened. Any info from the book?). Not that I wanted Laenor to die, but it seems off. And will they tell the truth to Rhaenys and Corlys? Edit: On the other hand, having Daemon and Rhaenyra just straight up plotting and murdering Laenor would feel too bloodthirsty and a bit of a 180 all of a sudden, especially for Rhaenyra. I do not think she would agree to something like that. Daemon alone yes, but with Rhaenyra's knowledge, no. I absolutely LOVE Alicent, she's a super interesting, fascinating character, and I find the characterization of her children really good too. This episode was, however, terribly lit. It was so bad and that has a negative effect on the costumes and sets.

I finished watching this entire show and I agree with everything people said here. Season 1 was by far the best and it had my favourite episodes. Michael Dorman was my favourite actor on this show and it was unfortunate that his character died. I really love Margo and Danielle and if I end up watching S4 it will be for them. Joel Kinnaman to me is a VERY uneven actor (his performance in s2 was so, so bad) and Ed still being the main character, doing everything, is so ridiculous. S3 had some really terrible writing. Wasted cast.

Agreed, he's killing it. He's just magnetic on screen and adding more depth to the book version of the character imo. Speaking of, I like how they're characterizing the Greens. I disagree that they're whitewashing Alicent, I think they're just expanding and improving her character so she's not just The Evil Stepmother, you know? Anyway I've only read the book once so I'm coming to this show only remembering the bigger moments and I'm enjoying it so far. It has definitely exceeded my expectations, that's for sure.

I liked it, to me all 3 episodes have been good. I thought the scenes during the hunt were excellent. Paddy Considine is a great, great actor. I loved the Rhaenyra and Daemon parallels and while the battle was "unrealistic" I thought it was well executed, especially it being wordless. I was excited to finally meet some of the supporting characters like the Lannister twins and Laenor. I really appreciate the fact that the dragons are all different too.

6-6.5. An average, good episode of tv. I'm a bit stunned about how some thought the episode was slow or boring, I thought it flew by very quickly.

I liked it. The bridge scene was a highlight. I think all the actors are doing a great job but Mysaria's characterization remains a disappointment. Definitely feels like a letdown (the accent did not bother me, it's really only the way they decided to write the character). But still, this is only episode 2 and I keep that in mind. I'm loving the depth into Alicent's character, this was a smart choice. We all know that most book fans favor the Blacks, not just because of Rhaenyra but also because of her supporters, so if they can make the Greens stand out and put them on a similar level, I think, from the audience perspective, the Dance will be really exciting and divisive and will create some interesting convos. For example, I'm really curious as to how they will portray Aegon and his siblings. The way the book is written clearly demonstrates a biased, or a "he said-she said" perspective from the maesters, and if the show was adapted like that, it would limit the show's potential; and it has a lot of potential in my opinion, they can create a really great 3-dimensional, open to interpretation, story here. Hoping I'm explaining myself well here. I don't mind at all the lack of humour. This story is an all-around tragedy and I think so far they've nailed the tone of it (even if we're only in the prologue of things). I agree with others have said: the biggest problem this show has, is that it comes after GOT and will be compared to it all the time. Can't wait for the older actors and the new characters and for the conflict to kick in!

I really liked it! I think the sets, costumes and higher budget immediately stand out and I thought all the actors were great especially the young actress playing Rhaenyra. She was fantastic! Matt Smith has also won me over. Rhaenys and Corlys are instant faves, I love the Velaryons. The music was also great and I agree that it this feels more fantasy than GOT and closer to the atmosphere/tone of the books. Things I didn't like was some of the editing (with the gory scenes it feels like they wanted to show it and hide it at the same time) and Mysaria's introduction via sex scene felt a bit like disservice to such a character. In regards to Viserys' revelation, that felt more like a nod to the books rather than GOT. It felt like a hint/spoiler for the next ASOIAF books.

I pronounce Brynden as bry-den. Like the first part rhyming with 'dry'. Now I'm questioning it bryn-den makes sense because of the 'n' after the 'y'.

I don't know if I should have posted this in the Literature thread but. Can someone who read the books spoil something for me, I'm so curious:

I'm a relatively new user but I used to read the forums in around 2013/2014. I remember Apple Martini and tze (?). It seems they aren't around anymore.

I don't think the entire House will be wiped out but they will always be known for what they did. I think they will be pariahs to everyone in Westeros from now on and they'll probably lose the Twins. The North (and this includes the Riverlands as part of the kingdom) will never forget the Red Wedding and I think it's one of the reasons why they will continue to proclaim independence from the South.

But there aren't any more Targaryens in this scenario. The Baratheons ? I agree with your second sentence. I think - regardless of motive - that Bran will be chosen that way.

I believe that Bran being King of Westeros (what's left of it) will also happen in the books and to me it's a simple case of him being Jon's next male heir. If Dany dies or doesn't become queen (which is highly possible), and if Jon is accepted or acclaimed as the legitimate ruler of Westeros, then if he dies or abdicates Bran is his next male relative and therefore heir. Speaking of Jon, I also think his chances of being acclaimed king over Dany are high, because like we saw on the show, Dany won't be popular in Westeros, a continent already devastated by war and with no fond memories of the Targaryens, besides being a woman, born of incest, with a weapon (the dragons) that does a lot of damage, and who probably will destroy Kings Landing so will be left without an actual kingdom to rule from (I'm considering that the north, Riverlands and Vale are allied; the Reach fighting maybe against the Greyjoys; the westerlands, the Stormlands and Dorne as enemies). Meanwhile Jon, if king in the north or ruler, will have the entire North + Vale + Riverlands at his side, plus being a man, who already proved himself as a man of the Night's Watch, and with an extra Targaryen heritage to give him the legitimacy it gave Robert. In any case, if the Targaryens hadn't been deposed, he would have been the heir now. So yeah I think this Jon-Dany conflict may happen in some capacity and I think it would make sense to happen after the War with the Others. Edit: Not to mention the influence of any magical things that may happen in the meantime. I am definitely one of those people who think that season 8 at least had a lot of George's ideias in it. And I don't mind it actually.

Yeah. I think Winterfell is a good bet, also because I belive the Others, the Starks, the Children of the Forest and the Old Gods are all connected somehow. Though both things can happen: the Others can still make it all the way to the Trident but the final showdown - or resolution - happening at Winterfell. Definitely with magic of some kind.

I loved the finale. I do feel like the whole season was rushed but that was inevitable given the 6 episodes. I think the writers made the right choice in choosing to focus on Marco and the Free Navy plot, leaving the protomolecule and Laconia - which are not so urgent and pressing issues - in the sidelines.

I saw a little sneak peak teaser video on tumblr and it appears that (spoilers for next episode)

6x03 was my favourite episode so far! A good balance of character interactions and some action that moved the story forward. On reddit many people are debating Holden's decision in the battle, but I personally felt it was very in-character for him to make that choice. Interesting that All in all, this season is feeling a bit rushed but that's understandable. I'm confident that the writers will end this show as best they can, so that it's at least satisfying and a good conclusion to the show. So far they haven't disappointed with the previous seasons. Though if I had one criticism to make of this show - on a general level - is that, while in the first 3 seasons, they managed to juggle the human/political side of the story with the protomolecule side, I feel that since season 4 they haven't focused that much on the latter. But as I understand it, that's also what happened with the books, so it's okay. I've heard that the protomolecule stuff is picked up again in the last three books, which I can't wait to read! I've only read Leviathan Wakes but I plan on continuing after season 6. Anyhow, I discovered this show and books this year and it was definitely one the best things I discovered! I love it.

I'm very excited for this last season.

Does Bran know that Robb and Catelyn died at the Twins?

This is more of a thought but when prince Oberyn comes to King's Landing his entourage includes various members of several different Dornish houses. Why bring such a ''star-studded'' entourage? After all he was just coming to take his brother's place in the small council...or were they coming to attend Joffrey's wedding too?

My question is, if you don't believe it's a mystery, and you don't subscribe to any theory regarding Jon's parentage (I presume), why.......be here in this thread? After all this is a thread specifically made to discuss RLJ. Quoting people's posts just to say they're wrong because *you* specifically don't like theories on this subject - when you don't have anything to add to RLJ because you *don't* subscribe to it - then why do it? Let people theorize about RLJ in a thread specifically made for it.