NathanMcMahon
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get that book shit out of here
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Game of Thrones *NO BOOK SPOILERS* |OT| Season 3 - Sundays on HBO [Read the OP]
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get that book shit out of here
CitizenVectron
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The poster GAF deserves, but not the one it needs right now.
neoism
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as much if an asshole he is, I really don't hate him as much as his son, but still that shit was hard to watch plus you could see the big tall lady, was sad for him... Don't think I can hate any character as much as Joffrey.... boy is a chicken shit...
Dany was boss as fuck this ep... love this fucking show...
perineumlick
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Watching the end credits of this episode just further cemented in my mind how silly the music choice for the previous episode was.
SugarDaddy
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I've always liked Jaime since season 1 when he was fighting Ned Stark and one of his douche bag guards stabbed Ned in the leg and Jaime knocked him the fuck out. I mean he's done some horrible shit, but he's not a total monster and this season is definitely showing that.
I felt so bad for him this episode
I felt so bad for him this episode
I've always liked Jaime since season 1 when he was fighting Ned Stark and one of his douche bag guards stabbed Ned in the leg and Jaime knocked him the fuck out. I mean he's done some horrible shit, but he's not a total monster and this season is definitely showing that. He's still cocky and definitely got what was coming to him. Bran liked climbing and he made him a paraplegic. It's sweet ironic justice he loses the use of a part of his body he uses/covets the most.
I felt so bad for him this episode
That was my point earlier when talking about him and Theon. Jamie probably grew up hearing all about his legacy and honor. I doubt he'd have wanted people to think he could only beat Ned Stark because one of his men helped.
On an unrelated note I don't think it should BE NO BOOK READERS ALLOWED, I just wish the book readers be extra vigilant in what they write. You have to remember, we only go by what we see or hear in the show. For us it's the primary medium.
Just be careful when writing things, is this something from the show or is it something from the books? The burden is on you though. But I don't think it's fair to exclude book readers since they are fans just like us.
SugarDaddy
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I definitely agree with this, I mean as much as I like Jaime he still had that shit coming to him, but I can't help but feel bad for him at the same time. Don't get me wrong, when Jaime pushed Brann out of the window I hated him, and I thought he was a monster. But as the show has progressed I've definitely started to shift my opinion of him, unlike Joffrey whom I've hated consistently throughout the show.
just don't post ANYTHING
Uni on Everything!
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Fantastic episode, especially the ending. I've got a quick question though... who was that evil looking turd that stabbed the daughter fucker in the face? Just a random crow? I don't remember seeing him before.
Ninja Scooter
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I don't want to see anybody in this thread who's read a book PERIOD.
I'll use this thread to discuss the show on its own merits all I want, damnit. Can't stand comparison town sometimes.
Granny Tyrell and Varys' various scenes were all awesome.
Though Varys just conveniently having that dude in the box for a dramatic reveal at a plot appropriate moment strained credulity. But hey, it is TV and coincidences for the sake of plot are the foundation of it all.
Granny Tyrell and Varys' various scenes were all awesome.
Though Varys just conveniently having that dude in the box for a dramatic reveal at a plot appropriate moment strained credulity. But hey, it is TV and coincidences for the sake of plot are the foundation of it all.
harriet the spy
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I am a book reader but I promise not to spoil anything in the book.
Just wanted to say holy shit at that ending. Emilia Clarke did a great job here. Valyrian sounds awesome, especially when it's used in such an angry tone. Slavemaster's face when he says "wtf you speak valyrian?" as missandei looks over him (and smirks?) is gold.
I also have to say I am impressed that show-only watcher are able to follow always what happens. The show is sometimes so dense with information, it's hard to believe someone would be able to catch all this.
I forget - did they remind the audience who Berric / brotherhood wihtout banners was in this episode? A throwback to a small event two seasons ago seems like a bitch to remember. Same for the story with mycah.
Just wanted to say holy shit at that ending. Emilia Clarke did a great job here. Valyrian sounds awesome, especially when it's used in such an angry tone. Slavemaster's face when he says "wtf you speak valyrian?" as missandei looks over him (and smirks?) is gold.
I also have to say I am impressed that show-only watcher are able to follow always what happens. The show is sometimes so dense with information, it's hard to believe someone would be able to catch all this.
I forget - did they remind the audience who Berric / brotherhood wihtout banners was in this episode? A throwback to a small event two seasons ago seems like a bitch to remember. Same for the story with mycah.
Eh, that didn't bother me at all. It's not much more of a plot contrivance than Dany knowing the slavers' language all along. I think it's one of those things that bothers someone who's read the books and is a bit more critical of the show.
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A More Normal Bird
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Book reader here, but the following answers/corrections are taken from what's seen in the show plus backstory. Spoiler marked anyway.
White walkers are different from wights/zombies, which they reanimate to use as soldiers. I think Craster's babies are just offerings to them; a zombie baby probably isn't that useful.
Twyin Lannister sent Gregor Clegane to kill Rhaegar's children during the rebellion as a show of faith to Robert after hesitating in supporting the cause. Gregor killed the baby son and raped and murdered Rhaegar's wife who was the Princess of Dorne.
Why? Some of us readers are able to read the books but not bring any of that into this thread. If someone wants to know things related to the show and only the show and a book reader can provide that to them why "ban" them from the thread?
Granted, if they can't keep things separated, or want to be a dick and spoil things they shouldn't comment. I watch the show with a friend and my brother, one who has read the book and one who hasn't so the questions that come up while we are watching are often similar to the ones in this thread.
Ninja Scooter
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I don't even want anyone who knows how to read to post in this thread!
Too clever of a post, you're one of them!
User 100115
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As a book reader, I take note of speculation. If you are spot on, I will take more note of it, but it's fairly easy to tell if someone is speculating and sincere, and if someone is speculating and being a jerk.
see... so if you have read the book then what you just implied is that we will not see anymore of Varys' captive as you point out that it was a simple plot device coincidence.
so as a tv watcher only we are led to believe now we will not see him again instead of hoping/wondering if it will turn up.
THAT is our point. even when readers don't think they are spoiling something, they often are.
AH!!! yes yes, thank you.
and thank you for the link other poster. I will watch when I get home from work, it'll be interesting to see what their communication / relationship is like, especially given he's got Arya there now.
NathanMcMahon
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shit son. you seem to be right. fucking book readers messing shit up
CitizenVectron
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Also if they "speculate" the correct course of events 2 or 3 weeks in a row like some people have (and who have stopped posting here since they were outed).
Moff
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most cant, and that includes most of those who think they can. and sometimes you just spoil something, even if its minor witthout even realizing. I just dont see any reason why a book reader would post in this thread.
Ah the true qualities of a leader. Awesome, sexy a d beautiful lol. I will say her smart quotient increased after this. I thought she was too naive and kept screwing up.
I still don't think she is qualified to lead though. King in the North for me still lol.
I'm still holding out for King Hot Pie at the end of all this.
Baked goods for all of Westoros.
FantasticMrFoxdie
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lol got me
SquiddyCracker
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This.
Jamie is murderous, sister fucking, back stabbing cunt with a daddy-complex.
He attempted to murder an innocent kid, and they even had a flashback scene for Bran to remind the viewers of this.
Sure, he's been acting a tiny bit nice towards Brianne, but that's because it serves him best to have this strong lady on his side.
sammyCYBORG
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I think the people who worship the Lord of Light are loonies. All Melisandre has really shown us is that she is a crazy fanatic. Davos was right to try and kill her. She's burning people alive. The Brotherhood seemed cool until Beric proclaimed that he'd 'been reborn in the light of the one true god'. He has that same crazy look in his eye that Melisandre does.
Yep. It's possible that Jamie could reform himself into a decent person, but he's got a long way to go. He has to come to grips with the gravity of his atrocities and not just feel sorry for his recent misfortune.
Tbh I think at least a part of Jamie respects the way Brianne lives by principles and honor.
Was especially noticeable when Brianne called him a whining woman.
Me too... What kind of God births shadow monsters to kill innocent people? Did Renly deserve such a death? Wouldn't he have made a far more compassionate and better king than Stannis?
That pirate said they are openly burning prisoners with Melisandre saying they've chosen the darkness. This is just like witch burning or a cult.
Hopefully they don't try and convert Arya or Gendry.
sammyCYBORG
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Exactly. I hated Renly's death because it was so cheap. Well done on being a coward, Stannis! I hope we don't see anymore shadow babies, though isn't that where Meli is going now, to look for someone stronger than Stannis?
I hope while she's away he regains some sense but she has absolutely corrupted him. I mean, burning heretics and offering them to the Lord of Light. I do think he may be too far gone though. He just seems like a shell of the person he was. Hopefully Davos makes a comeback as, for the moment, he's only locked up and really believes that Melisandre is corrupt.
I don't think they'll get Arya, she seems far to strong willed to be taken in.
ThoseDeafMutes
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There are definitely various magical beings, I'm guessing the lord of light is some sort of demon or equivalent. I don't know if the magical beings actually have agendas or if they're just into bargaining, like you give me five hundred horse penises and I'll throw a fireball at someone for you. This ep the eunuch talked about that sorcerer who was apparently using men's genitalia as part of a ritual or spell or some such thing, and then there is that guy who just got killed, who was giving all of his sons away as sacrifices to something or other. So this kind of setup might be the norm for spirits, demons, gods etc.
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Does anyone else think that Margery might be able to tame Joffrey a bit?
I know he is pretty vile at the moment, but hes shown that he can be manipulated and she (and I'm assuming her Grandma too) seem to know what they are doing with him
I know he is pretty vile at the moment, but hes shown that he can be manipulated and she (and I'm assuming her Grandma too) seem to know what they are doing with him
sammyCYBORG
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I think he's already quite tame; he's infatuated by her. There's the crossbow scene, yes. But he hasn't beat anyone since last season (maybe?), like when he threatened to put a bolt through Sansa's head when Robb killed Lannisters. Though I still think she has a motive, why is she trying so hard to get him to like her? The marriage will go ahead regardless, surely?
Granny Tyrell knows what she's doing. She's so shrewd, it's beautiful. Her and Margaery are incredibly strong women and know how to take things. Cersei and Tywin both agreed that Margaery was manipulating him, we just don't know for what purpose. I don't think it's as simple as making him less of a sadist.
Also, didn't Granny Tyrell mention Krakens when she spoke to her granddaughters? I want Krakens!
I expect some twist in the Joffrey/Margery relationship, probably after the marriage. I also wonder what sort of game the Tyrells are playing with Sansa, they can't possibly be all that kind and caring
sammyCYBORG
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Yup, there's this as well. If Loras marries Sansa, then it will be exactly the same as Littlefinger marrying her. The Tyrell's would have both the Stark's and Lannister's and 'the key to the North', as Varys put it.
I'm assuming that between the Varys/Lady Olenna and the Margaery/Sansa scene, Olenna told Margaery to plant the seeds of marriage in Sansa's mind.
I know some people might like it, but the increased fantasy turns me off. I'm just picturing in my head dragons fighting white Walkers, shape shifters and large trolls fighting blue eyed zombies, etc. Fireballs and shadow monsters etc.
On a related note, how long was that sorcerer in Varys' crypt? It looked like he was gagged and yet the coffin was like nailed shut for a long time. How did he keep him alive?
Funky Papa
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The crate had a good number of holes near the bottom.
Gods of real life religions kill people all the time. They have their own vast array of spells (Great Flooding, for example) to wipe out humans.
But how did he eat with his mouth sealed.
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