Not the Doran I had in my head from the books (In my head he was a rougher, fatter version of javier bardem!) but as an older brother to Oberyn its a good fit!
I wish I was at comic con, I would ask some pretty interesting questions. Mostly to do with the trivialisation and sexualisation of rape, and how they feel to be part of that.
I wish I was at comic con, I would ask some pretty interesting questions. Mostly to do with the trivialisation and sexualisation of rape, and how they feel to be part of that.
When is rape ever not sexual?
In which case, how do you sexualise rape? It's sexual by definition. Sexual assault rather than sexual congress but it always has a sexual element. Sexualising rape. I'd like to see you desexualise rape.
Trivialising rape. I think that's down to interpretation. Maybe certain scenes in certain people's eyes but, then again, I'm sure others could draw different conclusions from the same scenes. You would need to know the show very well to be able to assess that and you should remember you are watching a fictional show set in a sort of medieval world with magic thrown in. I doubt that if the history of Genghis Khan was a show that it would all be sweetness and light. I guess GoT is in that sort of timeline so I expect it to follow that the people and societies have similar attitudes...but then I can distinguish the fictional from the real world.
More dumb, muddy morality from our favourite censor. Do keep them coming. Always good for a laugh.
Priest, in his 40’s or 50’s. A gruff ex-soldier who found religion. Now a no-nonsense rural priest who ministers to the poor of the countryside. He’s salt-of-the-earth man who has weathered many battles.
Sounds like Septon Meribald, although it’s a little surprising we’d see him next year instead of this year. If it is him, that hints at someone surviving the season.
Would the flashbacks tie in with the weirnet? Either young Brandon and Ned, or Robert and Ned?
The priest could be one of 2 people, although I think one of the has already appeared. If its the other one then I'm very excited, and hopefully we get to see the gravedigger character as well!!
Would the flashbacks tie in with the weirnet? Either young Brandon and Ned, or Robert and Ned?
In the books Bran has a vision of a young Lyanna and Benjen fighting with wooden swords.
If these three boys are part of a flashback that is a variation on this (it's mentioned that they will be fighting with wooden swords) it seems likely to me that they are Brandon (12 year old), Ned (green eyed 7 year old) and Hodor (Big for his age 7 year old). I'm guessing something happens to make Hodor as he is in the present day.
Of course they may be nothing to do with a flashback, another suggestion I've seen is that the 7 year old is a recast Rickon while the Big boy is a young Umber.
Also, the fact that the Tarlys are confirmed must surely an that Sam takes Gilly to Horn Hill while he goes to Oldtown? So the Oldtown plot must be happening.
If these three boys are part of a flashback that is a variation on this (it's mentioned that they will be fighting with wooden swords) it seems likely to me that they are Brandon (12 year old), Ned (green eyed 7 year old) and Hodor (Big for his age 7 year old). I'm guessing something happens to make Hodor as he is in the present day.
I think Hodor is quite a bit younger than Ned. My guess is Robert Baratheon, and Brandon & Ned Stark. Weren't they foster children together at the Eyrie?
In the books he is and if you go by the actors actual ages then he is as well but I do think Kristian Narn looks older than he actually is so they could probably get away with it.
Weren't they foster children together at the Eyrie?
Only Ned went to the Eyrie to be fostered, Brandon went elsewhere plus I think he was older then 7 years old when he did.
Reading between the lines with them described as "good parts", can we deduce from it that there will be at least one less major faction involved next season? I.e. Stannis or the Boltons (or both).
Reading between the lines with them described as "good parts", can we deduce from it that there will be at least one less major faction involved next season? I.e. Stannis or the Boltons (or both).
Well the Dorne story will probably be over and the Boltons most likely dead, as well as Castle Black maybe not featuring at all, depending on what direction they decide to go with Jon Snow.
So this leaves room for new characters and setups.
Also, the fact that the Tarlys are confirmed must surely an that Sam takes Gilly to Horn Hill while he goes to Oldtown? So the Oldtown plot must be happening.
Have just read through the comments and someone mentioned Ray Stevenson for Euron. I would love that!
Well the Dorne story will probably be over and the Boltons most likely dead, as well as Castle Black maybe not featuring at all, depending on what direction they decide to go with Jon Snow.
So this leaves room for new characters and setups.
We don't really know if there will be any future Dorne stuff, Doran is only just revealing his hand, so their could be more to come
Lord of Noble Northern House sounds like they're re-casting Greatjon. Lord of Northern Stronghold, Karstark perhaps? Or Wyman Manderly? The interesting one is the Legendary Fighter - surely that description can only mean Arthur Dayne? Tower of Joy flashback?
Lord of Noble Northern House sounds like they're re-casting Greatjon. Lord of Northern Stronghold, Karstark perhaps? Or Wyman Manderly? The interesting one is the Legendary Fighter - surely that description can only mean Arthur Dayne? Tower of Joy flashback?
Yes, it sounds like the "legendary fighter" could be a flashback featuring Arthur Dayne - especially the bit about having a famous sword.
I was thinking the Lord of a Noble Northern House might be Howland Reed?
Edit - Actually I've just read it again and it says the Lord of the Noble Northern House is "a massive great bear of a man" with "a powerful physique" so I doubt it's Howland since this doesn't fit the description of the crannogmen.
The outlaw band sounds awfully similar to the Brotherhood Without Banners. ****ing hell, if they troll us with LSH again, people are going to start sending them boxes of shit in their fan mail.
The outlaw band sounds awfully similar to the Brotherhood Without Banners. ****ing hell, if they troll us with LSH again, people are going to start sending them boxes of shit in their fan mail.
The outlaw band sounds awfully similar to the Brotherhood Without Banners. ****ing hell, if they troll us with LSH again, people are going to start sending them boxes of shit in their fan mail.
Yes, it sounds like the "legendary fighter" could be a flashback featuring Arthur Dayne - especially the bit about having a famous sword.
I was thinking the Lord of a Noble Northern House might be Howland Reed?
Edit - Actually I've just read it again and it says the Lord of the Noble Northern House is "a massive great bear of a man" with "a powerful physique" so I doubt it's Howland since this doesn't fit the description of the crannogmen.
Brian Blessed?
I hope so, he'd be great in GoT. No need for him to send ravens, just shout his messages
The Faith Militant aren't outlaws, though. The BwB are the only outlaw group that we know of that has any association with religion. It may end up being another group entirely, but on paper to me they are the most likely.
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Not the Doran I had in my head from the books (In my head he was a rougher, fatter version of javier bardem!) but as an older brother to Oberyn its a good fit!
When is rape ever not sexual?
In which case, how do you sexualise rape? It's sexual by definition. Sexual assault rather than sexual congress but it always has a sexual element. Sexualising rape. I'd like to see you desexualise rape.
Trivialising rape. I think that's down to interpretation. Maybe certain scenes in certain people's eyes but, then again, I'm sure others could draw different conclusions from the same scenes. You would need to know the show very well to be able to assess that and you should remember you are watching a fictional show set in a sort of medieval world with magic thrown in. I doubt that if the history of Genghis Khan was a show that it would all be sweetness and light. I guess GoT is in that sort of timeline so I expect it to follow that the people and societies have similar attitudes...but then I can distinguish the fictional from the real world.
More dumb, muddy morality from our favourite censor. Do keep them coming. Always good for a laugh.
I like to spin the fake outrage out for a bit. Baiting the baiters. (Edit - fishing for fisherman? Sounds better.)
http://watchersonthewall.com/game-of-thrones-season-6-casting-has-begun-and-heres-the-list/
They're not naming characters but it's easy to work out who they are on about in most cases.
Looks like we'll be getting Euron Greyjoy, Randall Tarly and Family, possible Flashbacks to a young Ned Stark (along with probably a young Hodor).
Oh hello, that is interesting...
The priest could be one of 2 people, although I think one of the has already appeared. If its the other one then I'm very excited, and hopefully we get to see the gravedigger character as well!!
In the books Bran has a vision of a young Lyanna and Benjen fighting with wooden swords.
If these three boys are part of a flashback that is a variation on this (it's mentioned that they will be fighting with wooden swords) it seems likely to me that they are Brandon (12 year old), Ned (green eyed 7 year old) and Hodor (Big for his age 7 year old). I'm guessing something happens to make Hodor as he is in the present day.
Of course they may be nothing to do with a flashback, another suggestion I've seen is that the 7 year old is a recast Rickon while the Big boy is a young Umber.
Also, the fact that the Tarlys are confirmed must surely an that Sam takes Gilly to Horn Hill while he goes to Oldtown? So the Oldtown plot must be happening.
I think Hodor is quite a bit younger than Ned. My guess is Robert Baratheon, and Brandon & Ned Stark. Weren't they foster children together at the Eyrie?
In the books he is and if you go by the actors actual ages then he is as well but I do think Kristian Narn looks older than he actually is so they could probably get away with it.
Only Ned went to the Eyrie to be fostered, Brandon went elsewhere plus I think he was older then 7 years old when he did.
OK, then there could be more than one flashback involving Ned - at Winterfell with his brother, and at the Eyrie with Robert. But I'm just guessing.
So this leaves room for new characters and setups.
Have just read through the comments and someone mentioned Ray Stevenson for Euron. I would love that!
We don't really know if there will be any future Dorne stuff, Doran is only just revealing his hand, so their could be more to come
I was thinking the Lord of a Noble Northern House might be Howland Reed?
Edit - Actually I've just read it again and it says the Lord of the Noble Northern House is "a massive great bear of a man" with "a powerful physique" so I doubt it's Howland since this doesn't fit the description of the crannogmen.
sounds more like a Faith Militant splinter cell
sounds more like a Faith Militant splinter cell
I hope so, he'd be great in GoT. No need for him to send ravens, just shout his messages