Pillar & Stones: Game of Thrones Recap

 

A show that makes you laugh,cry, makes you sit ramrod straight on your couch looking for the rewind button, not so much to view it again but looking for a do-over (because you're in shock of what just happened)...that's the definition of a GREAT show...that's Game of Thrones.

Last nights episode was nothing short of amazing. Well up until the last 2 minutes anyways. I love the Stark girls, each for different reasons. As Arya has always held her own, now Sansa is finally learning how to play the game. Arya and the Hound arrive at the Vale, only to find out that her aunt Lysa is dead. Just 3 days shy of selling little Arya to her aunt, and much to Arya's surprise...she laughs, and laughs, and laughs...Have I mentioned how much I love her!! Meanwhile, unbeknown to Arya, her sister Sansa is so close, yet so far away. Will they ever reunite? What would Arya find if she did see her sister..surely not the whiny little girl that had puppy love eyes for Joffrey. I think Littlefinger is leaving his mark on her. We lastly see Sansa transformed into the Lady of the Vale, while Creepy McCreepster, I mean Littlefinger, takes her all in like she's dinner!

Trial By Fire: Game of Thrones

Last night's episode seriously needed to be longer. It went by way to fast, and it was so good. First, let me start off by stating how much I've missed my favorite Imp! Tyrion has been locked away, for a crime he didn't commit, and awaiting trial. Well, said trial has begun, and he is PISSED!!! It was so gratifying watching his anger build and build, then.....rage!!! As he shouts in front of everyone..., “I wish I was the monster you all think I am,” followed by him admission that though he did not kill Joffrey, he wished he had been the one to do so and eludes to fact that he'd gladly trade his life to to see each lord and lady poisoned as well.

And Shae, to betray Tyrion like that, with that false testimony, made me so angry. So who put her up to that and why? What will she get out of it, given that Tyrion made sure she would be safe. Why come back, or did she ever leave?

After learning last week that Littlefinger has been behind just about every major event since the beginning, equally Varys is playing his game of chess. Those two are always behind every move, plotting and planting seeds with whoever they come into contact with. I guess we just have to wait and see what their ultimate motive will be.

Back to the trial, Grand Maester Pycelle, also spits out his lies against Tyrion. And he shows the necklace that Sansa was wearing which held the poison that ultimately killed Joffrey. However, last time we saw that necklace, Littlefinger was on his boat showing Sansa what was in the necklace. So how did Pycelle get the necklace, or how many poisoned necklaces are there?

Even though the trial was the focal point of last nights episode, I need to address the sadistic (which is an understatement) Ramsey Snow. First off, shirtless and bloody, he looked kinda hot (my opinion), then bathing Reek (formally Theon Greyjoy) as reward for his loyalty....hmmmm.....Lastly, Ramsey asks Reek to pretend he's someone else in order to help him out...and who does he want Reek to pretend to be, none other than Theon Greyjoy. I'm curious to see how this is going to play out. One thing is for sure, Ramsay is the master of control and manipulation.

Forces to Reckon With....

Every Monday at work, several of us would gather in our offices and discuss Sunday night's episode of Game of Thrones. I've missed these Monday morning conversations before the start of a hectic work week. So today it felt good to discuss the season 4 premier.

Robb Stark may be dead, and the war is over...but the Lannisters are far from safe. Their are some new players, who we met last night, and some old favorites patiently plotting. I think the 3 major players we need to watch out for are Margaery, Arya, and newcomer, Prince Oberyn from House Martell.

I have to say that I'm quite intrigued by whom they refer to as the Red Viper of Dorne. Prince Oberyn is out for blood, and vengeance. Tyrion seemed quite nervous as he greeted the House Martell, and learning that Prince Dorin indeed wasn't going to make it, but instead we meet the hot Prince Oberyn. As the Prince simply put, " The Lannisters aren't the only ones who pay their debts," If I were a Lannister I would be a bit nervous.

Though we didn't see much of Margaery in last nights episode, she spent all of last season cozying up to the hated King Joffrey. And I give her props for playing up to that little piss head.  Last season, she stated that she didn't want to be a queen, but THE Queen, and she has played her cards well so far. When Brienne of Tarth pulled her aside, she tells Margaery that one day she will avenge their king, Renly Baratheon. Margaery simply replies, “Joffrey is our King now,” She is fierce in a subtle and seductive way, with no swords, no bloodshed, just using her wits and cunning nature.

The only Stark that I don't feel too bad for is Arya. Since the beginning of the series, she has been a little spitfire. We've grown accustom to seeing her get out of precarious situations, and fending for herself. I know some are questioning if she's becoming a sociopath, but I think she's a fierce warrior not just because she has to be, but because she wants to be. I enjoy the dynamic she has with the Hound. I don't think they necessarily like each other, but they respect each other, which was evident in last nights episode. And quite frankly, she is just BADASS!!!!

So what was your favorite scene, and what are you most looking forward to this season?