HBO's Game of Thrones (Lots of spoilers-stay out if you don't want to know all) - Page 20

Dowly · 06-28-16, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Nippelspanner

Not sure why they still make a mystery out of the obvious, though.

Onkel Neal · 06-28-16, 08:58 PM

It's

Oberon · 06-28-16, 10:17 PM

Well, well, well, well...

Cersei, you magnificent bar-steward, I did not read your book!
I did wonder if they had any more wildfire left over after the battle of Blackwater bay, I believe Cersei uses some in the books around the time that Tyrion is leaving town but as soon as it became obvious that Tommen wasn't going to be allowed to go to the trial I realised what was going on, I didn't expect Pycelle to bite the dust though, but nothing of value was lost there.
Tommen deciding to discover gravity was a surprise though, and a nice way for the writers to make Cerseis gains cost her dearly. Expect her to go into full manical queen in the next season.
Which brings us to Mary S-err-Daenarys and her ships...and boy that's a lot of ships, and she has the loyalty of Dorne, and the Reach which means she can cross the Narrow Sea and land unmolested then strike north up the Rose road straight to Kings Landing. Quite frankly with the North back under Stark(ish) control, and most of the south soon to be under Targaryen control, Cerseis position will not be tenable for very long...I expect she'll make her last stand at Casterly Rock, the landscape around there is better for that kind of thing...although there's still the dragon problem. I expect her forces will take at least one down (rule of drama) but the others, especially Drogon, are going to be a tough thing to beat.
Which brings me to Jon Snow...or Jon Targaryen to give him half of his name. Rhaegars boy, who I'd wager perhaps was called Jaehaerys, and heir to the throne, it'll be interesting to see if Brans knowledge gets out into the wider world, certainly I could see a future Jon/Daenarys alliance and perhaps wedding...let's face it, the Targaryens weren't shy of keeping it in the family, and it'd be easier for Daenarys to marry Jon than try and invade the North in winter with troops acclimatised to desert warfare.
And then there's little Ayra, who I suspect won't head north to Winterfell after hearing of the great Stark reunion, but will probably head towards Kings Landing to scratch off some more names on her list, since Melisandre is one of them, I imagine that the two will cross paths soon.

But yes, it took a while for this season to get going, but the last two episodes more than made up for it.

Dowly · 06-29-16, 05:44 AM

06-29-16, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Dowly

It seems obvious and I'd like it... but for some reason I am not that certain, still remembering the prophecy she was given as a kid - that so far was spot on.

HunterICX · 07-13-16, 03:56 AM

Game of Thrones Beginner’s Guide
By Samuel L. Jackson

Warning: Language & Spoilers

Jimbuna · 07-31-16, 08:37 AM

Game of Thrones - the record-breaking fantasy drama TV series - will end after its eighth season, American broadcaster HBO has confirmed.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-36934888

Onkel Neal · 07-31-16, 08:52 AM

Alas

07-31-16, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Onkel Neal

Alas

Skybird · 07-31-16, 09:10 AM

The ominous 8th season. Well, it is often said that a TV series' fate is sealed after 8 seasons at the latest.

Maybe not bad at all. All things can become worn out and tired. What is needed is to bring it all to a consistent end - and that can be an art.

Oberon · 07-31-16, 02:54 PM

I agree, it's good to have something to work towards rather than it just getting the news of being axed mid season and having to scramble to find an ending, or worse yet, ending on a cliffhanger that's never resolved.
It also ends before it goes stale, which there have been some danger signals which have briefly flashed in the past two seasons.
And who knows...by 2018 George might have finished 'The Winds of Winter', or at least the first chapter...

Jimbuna · 08-21-16, 08:35 AM

Just had a call from the boy and he informs me he was in Dubrovnik the other day and enjoyed a pleasant lunch ashore in a restaurant at 'Kings Landing' at the foot of the steps where Cersei commenced her 'walk of shame'.

Jimbuna · 03-10-17, 08:40 AM

Season 7 has been delayed...

Season 7 will premiere simultaneously on Sunday night, July 16 on at 9pm ET on HBO in the US and at 2am on Monday, July 17 on Sky Atlantic in the UK.

August · 03-10-17, 10:32 AM

Any reason given for the delay?

Dowly · 03-10-17, 12:01 PM

Not a delay, just later premiere date due to the filming schedule.

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06-28-16, 10:17 PM	#288
Oberon Lucky Jack Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 25,976 Downloads: 61 Uploads: 20	Well, well, well, well... Cersei, you magnificent bar-steward, I did not read your book! I did wonder if they had any more wildfire left over after the battle of Blackwater bay, I believe Cersei uses some in the books around the time that Tyrion is leaving town but as soon as it became obvious that Tommen wasn't going to be allowed to go to the trial I realised what was going on, I didn't expect Pycelle to bite the dust though, but nothing of value was lost there. Tommen deciding to discover gravity was a surprise though, and a nice way for the writers to make Cerseis gains cost her dearly. Expect her to go into full manical queen in the next season. Which brings us to Mary S-err-Daenarys and her ships...and boy that's a lot of ships, and she has the loyalty of Dorne, and the Reach which means she can cross the Narrow Sea and land unmolested then strike north up the Rose road straight to Kings Landing. Quite frankly with the North back under Stark(ish) control, and most of the south soon to be under Targaryen control, Cerseis position will not be tenable for very long...I expect she'll make her last stand at Casterly Rock, the landscape around there is better for that kind of thing...although there's still the dragon problem. I expect her forces will take at least one down (rule of drama) but the others, especially Drogon, are going to be a tough thing to beat. Which brings me to Jon Snow...or Jon Targaryen to give him half of his name. Rhaegars boy, who I'd wager perhaps was called Jaehaerys, and heir to the throne, it'll be interesting to see if Brans knowledge gets out into the wider world, certainly I could see a future Jon/Daenarys alliance and perhaps wedding...let's face it, the Targaryens weren't shy of keeping it in the family, and it'd be easier for Daenarys to marry Jon than try and invade the North in winter with troops acclimatised to desert warfare. And then there's little Ayra, who I suspect won't head north to Winterfell after hearing of the great Stark reunion, but will probably head towards Kings Landing to scratch off some more names on her list, since Melisandre is one of them, I imagine that the two will cross paths soon. But yes, it took a while for this season to get going, but the last two episodes more than made up for it.

07-31-16, 09:10 AM	#295
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 40,707 Downloads: 9 Uploads: 0	The ominous 8th season. Well, it is often said that a TV series' fate is sealed after 8 seasons at the latest. Maybe not bad at all. All things can become worn out and tired. What is needed is to bring it all to a consistent end - and that can be an art. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.

07-31-16, 02:54 PM	#296
Oberon Lucky Jack Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 25,976 Downloads: 61 Uploads: 20	I agree, it's good to have something to work towards rather than it just getting the news of being axed mid season and having to scramble to find an ending, or worse yet, ending on a cliffhanger that's never resolved. It also ends before it goes stale, which there have been some danger signals which have briefly flashed in the past two seasons. And who knows...by 2018 George might have finished 'The Winds of Winter', or at least the first chapter...

08-21-16, 08:35 AM	#297
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 181,707 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	Just had a call from the boy and he informs me he was in Dubrovnik the other day and enjoyed a pleasant lunch ashore in a restaurant at 'Kings Landing' at the foot of the steps where Cersei commenced her 'walk of shame'. __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!! GWX3.0 Download Page - Donation/instant access to GWX (Help SubSim)

03-10-17, 08:40 AM	#298
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 181,707 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	Season 7 has been delayed... Season 7 will premiere simultaneously on Sunday night, July 16 on at 9pm ET on HBO in the US and at 2am on Monday, July 17 on Sky Atlantic in the UK. __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!! GWX3.0 Download Page - Donation/instant access to GWX (Help SubSim)

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Dowly Lucky Jack Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Finland Posts: 25,006 Downloads: 32 Uploads: 0	Not a delay, just later premiere date due to the filming schedule.