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[rififi]

At least it wasn't used for sexposition. Just good ole' HBO gratuitous sex scene.

Seems like HBO feels obligated to show boobs since they are a pay channel, if not, some people might get upset.

Aren't these sex scenes in the books though? haven't read them yet.

 

[aceface]

Seems like HBO feels obligated to show boobs since they are a pay channel, if not, some people might get upset.

Aren't these sex scenes in the books though? haven't read them yet.

Book has a ton of sex although not some of the specific scenes we are seeing. Ros (red headed whore from winter fell who went to kings landing) is not in the book, she is an invention for the show.

 

[Sho_Nuff82]

Ha. I really need to catch this season somehow, maybe bum a few nights on a friend's couch who has HBO.

 

[neoism]

loved the first episode..... I'm really glad I haven't read the books, because I would be picking the show apart about what they didn't show or changed.

 

[KingK]

Seems like HBO feels obligated to show boobs since they are a pay channel, if not, some people might get upset.

Aren't these sex scenes in the books though? haven't read them yet.

There's tons of sex in the books, yes, and I don't have a problem with sex itself, just that the scene with the whores in this episode felt really out of place and forced. It was like they were wrapping up the episode, then realized that they hadn't shown any tits yet so added a minute of fucking and moaning.

 

[Lactose_Intolerant]

I just hope it all works out.

Spoiler

This is seriously bordering on new avatar quote.

The Jaime scene was the highlight of the night.

 

[neoism]

There's tons of sex in the books, yes, and I don't have a problem with sex itself, just that the scene with the whores in this episode felt really out of place and forced. It was like they were wrapping up the episode, then realized that they hadn't shown any tits yet so added a minute of fucking and moaning.

I was playing this fucker loud too... lol lol I have to quickly turn it down some lol. boobs/sex is never out of place..

 

[lucius]

Yeah that Robb and Jaimie scene was great also,I should watch a replay.

 

[Puddles]

The second episode needs to be like 50% Arya.

 

[Arment]

Perfect first episode. Looking forward to seeing the start of Arya's journey next week.

 

[beelzebozo]

both robb and jaimie are pimps.

that scene was the battle of the total pimps.

 

[rando14]

Also should mention, loved to see Dragonstone in the opening, along with the slightly modified opening theme. Can't wait to see it up on Youtube soon enough.

I'm also just dying to see

Spoiler

Riverrun and Qarth

in the opening credits too.

 

[neoism]

Awesome first episode, loved it. As a non-book reader, I was able to follow everything pretty well. It took me a few seconds to understand the bastard-killing scene, but it wasn't that hard to get. I'm still undecided if I want to read the books or not, but so far I've enjoyed this show immensely.

I marathoned Season One with my family this weekend to get them caught and they're in love with it. Can't wait to see more.

yeah they were trying to fine the slain kings bastard son right

 

[cuevas. PhD.]

There's tons of sex in the books, yes, and I don't have a problem with sex itself, just that the scene with the whores in this episode felt really out of place and forced. It was like they were wrapping up the episode, then realized that they hadn't shown any tits yet so added a minute of fucking and moaning.

I don't think it was forced. It really set the scene up for some heinous acts to be committed when you didn't expect it to turn out that way because of the opening.

 

[bodyofanamerican]

Also should mention, loved to see Dragonstone in the opening, along with the slightly modified opening theme. Can't wait to see it up on Youtube soon enough.

I'm also just dying to see

Spoiler

Riverrun and Qarth

in the opening credits too.

I believe the first of those two will not be making an appearance.

 

[ThisWreckage]

Personally, I liked the scene between Cersei and Littlefinger a lot. He was basically out trolled.

 

[Arment]

After the whore house scenes from Spartacus nothing will phase me in that arena.

 

[neoism]

The second episode needs to be like 50% Arya.

yeah I can tell see is/will be one of the best characters in the story. Looking forward too it.

 

[rando14]

I believe the first of those two will not be making an appearance.

Have I mixed the books up?

Spoiler

Did they visit Cat's family in book 3? I can't recall.

 

[Joel Was Right]

So when do the Dragons start fighting like they do in Skyrim?

lol wut

The dragons don't do any dragon shit? Then why are there dragons? I want fireballs

 

[UltimaPooh]

Dude, I don't know that shit. All I'm saying is that Robb seems to have it well figured out.

Best laid plans of mice and men.

 

[bodyofanamerican]

Have I mixed the books up?

Spoiler

Did they visit Cat's family in book 3? I can't recall.

No, you're right. I just remember reading they didn't film any scenes for that location this season.

 

[Buckethead]

Davos casting was fucking awesome.

 

[rando14]

No, you're right. I just remember reading they didn't film any scenecs for that location this season.

Ah, that's a shame.

 

[tmdorsey]

Loved the episode! Thought all the added scenes were great. (That Robb and Jamie scene ) Stannis, Melisandre, and Davos actors did a good job. The bastards killing was hard, but really lets the audience know how insane Cersei is.

Can't wait for the next one!

 

[fallengorn]

Davos casting was fucking awesome.

Davos, Stannis, and Mel were awesome. Loved that they kept the scene from the book ("Beloved?") pretty much as is.

 

[Vox-Pop]

Both Chris and Cassie from Skins are in the show.

I love Joffrey, perfectly cast.

I understood most of this episode, even though I saw S1 a long time ago. The only confusing part was Stannis and that women. Lets hope they get the war started soon.

 

[Pkaz01]

Davos casting was fucking awesome.

Agreed he looks pretty awesome. Best new character so far.

 

[neoism]

Did you miss the conversation between Joffrey and Cersei about how many bastards his father made? Joffrey implicitly suggested for all of them to be killed so as to not have any other people lay claim to the throne.

Spoiler

I truly can not wait for his death scene... hope this show makes it 7 season will be awesome seeing it with all the actors older and stuff.

 

[Moaradin]

I have no idea who that redhead girl is but damn shes hot.

 

[rando14]

Both Chris and Cassie from Skins are in the show.

I love Joffrey, perfectly cast.

I understood most of this episode, even though I saw S1 a long time ago. The only confusing part was Stannis and that women. Lets hope they get the war started soon.

Melisandre has introduced a new religion to Dragonstone and converted Stannis and his people. They were burning statues of their old gods, which upset both Davos and Cressen, who but had to accept this new choice.

 

[Tess3ract]

I was playing this fucker loud too... lol lol I have to quickly turn it down some lol. boobs/sex is never out of place..

Same here, kind of awkward.

 

[KingK]

No, you're right. I just remember reading they didn't film any scenes for that location this season.

Really? That sucks. They cut that location from season 1 as well, even though it was in the book (That's actually where Robb was when they named him King). Would it really be that expensive to make?

Also, I'm still bitter that the Blackfish was seemingly cut from the series.

 

[rando14]

Really? That sucks. They cut that location from season 1 as well, even though it was in the book (That's actually where Robb was when they named him King). Would it really be that expensive to make?

Also, I'm still bitter that the Blackfish was seemingly cut from the series.

Seriously? Damn that's outrageous. He's one of my favorite characters.

 

[neoism]

Those who don't read the books will be seriously fucked trying to keep track of all of it.

lol yeah the only major thing is not knowing who most characters are, they usually only say names once, story wise its not all that hard to follow.... need to got to the wiki and read up a little, about the characters names of stuff though.

 

[Pkaz01]

Same here, kind of awkward.

Same shit happened to me was watching upstairs with my brother and then she just started moaning... I just muted it and we started to laugh hoping no one else in the house heard. so random and unnecessary though.

I also loved that Stannis scene with the letter. So perfect, really shows how by the books the character is. He hates him and calls him kingslayer but feels compelled to call him ser and give him that respect just because he is a knight.

 

[Hieberrr]

I thought the episode was great! The intro really needs fixing though... what the fuck happened to it?!

And who's the woman with the red hair?

 

[blainethemono]

otakuassemble review is up - http://youtu.be/_RfaXFswt2g

 

[rando14]

I thought the episode was great! The intro really needs fixing though... what the fuck happened to it?!

And who's the woman with the red hair?

Melisandre. You will see the importance of her role soon enough.

 

[tmdorsey]

N/M

 

[KingK]

lol yeah the only major thing is not knowing who most characters are, they usually only say names once, story wise its not all that hard to follow.... need to got to the wiki and read up a little, about the characters names of stuff though.

Do NOT use the wiki on westeros.org if you haven't read the books. It's great and useful, but it has tons of spoilers. Right on the character profiles it has date of birth/date of death, spoiling if a character is dead yet or not.

 

[Kave_Man]

I was playing this fucker loud too... lol lol I have to quickly turn it down some lol. boobs/sex is never out of place..

Just watched the episode. I did the exact same thing. :jnc

 

[neoism]

I thought the episode was great! The intro really needs fixing though... what the fuck happened to it?!

And who's the woman with the red hair?

she was the one dude's main women Robb's "not real-brother" (not Snow) in one of the first seasons episode. She left him for King Landing.



speaking of snow....



Top five favorite characters...


1.Tyrion Lannister
2.Daenerys Targaryen
3.Jon Snow
4.Arya Stark
5.Robb Stark
.......

........

........
least favorite
1.Joffrey Baratheon

 

[Subitai]

Umm you might want to tag that dude seriously.

I think he was speculating seeing as how book 7 isn't written yet?

 

[blainethemono]

Do NOT use the wiki on westeros.org if you haven't read the books. It's great and useful, but it has tons of spoilers. Right on the character profiles it has date of birth/date of death, spoiling if a character is dead yet or not.

Tower of the Hand is great for this. You can limit the scope to whatever seasons you've watched or books you've read and it hides anything that would spoil stuff

 

[Santiako]

omg, Melisandre looks amazing. Excellent cast choice, Stannis and Davos are spot on too.

 

[neoism]

Umm you might want to tag that dude seriously.

I didn't know it was one... I haven't read the books, but everyone knows you king or not you can't be that big of a dick and get away with it forever.

 

[Vox-Pop]

Melisandre has introduced a new religion to Dragonstone and converted Stannis and his people. They were burning statues of their old gods, which upset both Davos and Cressen, who but had to accept this new choice.

That makes more sense.

 

[tmdorsey]

I didn't know it was one... I haven't read the books, but everyone knows you king or not you can't be that big of a dick and get away with it forever.

Ah gotcha. N/M then.

 

[neoism]

Do NOT use the wiki on westeros.org if you haven't read the books. It's great and useful, but it has tons of spoilers. Right on the character profiles it has date of birth/date of death, spoiling if a character is dead yet or not.

thanks I just used the OP