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George R.R. Martin/Game of Thrones
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One thing that has not translated well onto the screen is the lure of Jaime Lannister. The books do a much better job of building up how famous he really is, especially for his sword fighting ability. It seems to me that in the show he's Cersei's brother, a Lannister, killed the previous King during the rebellion, and a good swordsman.
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I still love the portrayal of Varys. I'm still not sure if that dude has ever told the truth.
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I am just going to be overly cautious and spoiler this entire discussion. But I question for those who read the books and follow the show. Note that for those responding, I'd prefer to avoid any "book spoilers" of what may happen in the future.
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Next to Tyrion, Lord Varys is easily my favorite character. So well written and acted.PensFanInDC wrote: I still love the portrayal of Varys. I'm still not sure if that dude has ever told the truth.
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I haven't read the books either, but I share a similar frustration.Kraftster wrote:I am just going to be overly cautious and spoiler this entire discussion. But I question for those who read the books and follow the show. Note that for those responding, I'd prefer to avoid any "book spoilers" of what may happen in the future.
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Theon's plotline going in a circle is necessary in this circumstance.largegarlic wrote:I haven't read the books either, but I share a similar frustration.Kraftster wrote:I am just going to be overly cautious and spoiler this entire discussion. But I question for those who read the books and follow the show. Note that for those responding, I'd prefer to avoid any "book spoilers" of what may happen in the future.
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It was mentioned earlier that Jamie's swordsmanship hasn't translated well, and I agree. There is still time to address it though.
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i really thought they were going to avoid the torturing of theon...im glad that is not the case.
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Having only read the first 300 pages of the first book and watched the show I never got the sense that he was an amazing swordfighter. I even questioned why his captors stopped at one. It makes more sense and seems almost like a taunt to do what they did just the once instead of twice. (trying to be spoiler free)PensFanInDC wrote:One thing that has not translated well onto the screen is the lure of Jaime Lannister. The books do a much better job of building up how famous he really is, especially for his sword fighting ability. It seems to me that in the show he's Cersei's brother, a Lannister, killed the previous King during the rebellion, and a good swordsman.
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I still love the portrayal of Varys. I'm still not sure if that dude has ever told the truth.Spoiler:
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Exactly. Youve watched the show and haven't found the lure that truly follows his character. The first 300 pages of the first book don't do it justice. IIRC, what happened to him recently happens in Storm of Swords (3rd book) so there are 2.5 books or so before that event. Just keep reading.
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So, that sorcerer...
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Kraftster wrote:I am just going to be overly cautious and spoiler this entire discussion. But I question for those who read the books and follow the show. Note that for those responding, I'd prefer to avoid any "book spoilers" of what may happen in the future.
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Things while keep getting better. We are entering some of the best parts if the books soon. If these translate as well as when Dany "buys" the Unsullied this should be great.
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Minor SOS spoilers to follow...DelPen wrote:Things while keep getting better. We are entering some of the best parts if the books soon. If these translate as well as when Dany "buys" the Unsullied this should be great.
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I just realized that Vaerys and Olenna are taking a stroll in the Arboretrum in Trsteno, Croatia.
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Lady Olenna is easily my favorite new character. Her dialogue has largely been out of the book, but she's been portrayed extremely well. Her + Varys together was fun.
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It's a beautiful place. I have other things in mind when I hear Croatia, not Mediterranean paradise. Sigh. You Europeans are lucky to be close to all of that sort of thing.Gaucho wrote:I just realized that Vaerys and Olenna are taking a stroll in the Arboretrum in Trsteno, Croatia.
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Also: it was announced that Strong Belwas is not in the show, which is unfortunate. More streamlining, and one less face to keep up with. Good to see Barristan again, though.
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True. Then again, it's not like you people on the other side of the pond don't have your fair share of scenic awesomeness.Digitalgypsy66 wrote:It's a beautiful place. I have other things in mind when I hear Croatia, not Mediterranean paradise. Sigh. You Europeans are lucky to be close to all of that sort of thing.Gaucho wrote:I just realized that Vaerys and Olenna are taking a stroll in the Arboretrum in Trsteno, Croatia.
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Multiple 5 hour flights over the past week have allowed me to do some work. I've gotten well through A Game of Thrones and Ned is about to get excecuted, Jon just saved Mormont, and Khal Drago just decided to go to the Seven Kingdoms for war. Still have to watch Sunday's episode though...so I will now leave this thread.
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I just realized (happens a lot these days) that...
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Gaucho wrote:I just realized (happens a lot these days) that...
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Lightning Lord was great, can't wait to see next week. Good choice with actor, his voice is awesome.
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Digitalgypsy66 wrote:Gaucho wrote:I just realized (happens a lot these days) that...
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Yeah, I finally watched the episode last night, so I'm comfortable wandering in here, but I definitely enjoy Jaime's character in the book a lot more. I'm not at the end of A Game of Thrones yet, but its already establishing that he's the best.PensFanInDC wrote:Exactly. Youve watched the show and haven't found the lure that truly follows his character. The first 300 pages of the first book don't do it justice. IIRC, what happened to him recently happens in Storm of Swords (3rd book) so there are 2.5 books or so before that event. Just keep reading.
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so why did they release theon just to have the same guy come back and capture him...?
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Part to torture him and part because the guy who let him go wanted a reward for capturing himLetang Is The Truth wrote:so why did they release theon just to have the same guy come back and capture him...?
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ah. also, those stupid valryians were stupid for not expecting anything for danaerys