Game of Thrones Season 6 Discussion Thread *No Spoilers*

[bran]

Looks like Season 5 will finally level the playing field for those who watch the tv shows and those who read the books.

Martin admits that characters will die in Season 5 who haven't died in the books yet:

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/02/15/game-of-thrones-season-5-deaths_n_6688782.html

this started with last season so drastic changes to the story are nothing new(actually really in season 1). i kind of like it since martin takes forever to write the books having some big changes from show to book is fine with me if it fits with the tv show's current story. the thing is when the show kind of free forms and goes way from the books to create its own content it has been pretty lackluster, yara's attack on the dreadfort to save theon comes to mind. martin also said i think as far back as season 2 that having loras as an only son in the show was going to effect the story later on as well.

as for who dies i have some guesses. i think for the most part we will get a couple secondary characters dying. i think they will mostly be characters who are out of place in terms of story compared to their book counterparts. i think a couple will be minor characters that will die in the place of another character or in a different way IE amory lorch.

Edited February 16, 2015 by bran

[downzy]

Interesting... Yeah, I'll be honest and only read the first couple of lines of that article when I posted it. I went back and read the rest of the article and realized it's happened before. Was hoping to see major developments happen on the tv show so that all of my friends who read the books can flip out on Facebook

[bran]

Interesting... Yeah, I'll be honest and only read the first couple of lines of that article when I posted it. I went back and read the rest of the article and realized it's happened before. Was hoping to see major developments happen on the tv show so that all of my friends who read the books can flip out on Facebook

people who spoil the show on facebook are pricks

[Daedalus]

I haven't read the books (yet), so it's fine with me. Like Maisie Williams once said: "That’s why I liked moments like this, because book readers think they know what’s coming, then we change it and it’s really funny to watch their reactions. They’re always like, ‘That’s not what happened in the books, so the show’s really bad now.’ But really, they just feel insecure because they’re used to knowing what’s coming next."

[AtariLegend]

I don't think anyone who is that important to the last 2 books story arc will die whether the following season next year follows Winds or not.

None of the characters that died on the show yet that still live in the books were really that important.

[AtariLegend]

2 new clips from season 5 released today.

[NachoLZ]

Everytime I watch something about GOT, I recognize how shitty twd is, I mean, theyre recording Alexandria at Woodbury!

[Daedalus]

[OmarBradley]

And for everyone watching on HBO Go.... 10:30!

[AtariLegend]

They'll almost certainly use that image for the HBO cover version of A Dance With Dragons.

[Bono]

I had never seen a single episode of Game of Thrones until 12 days ago when on on a whim I decided to buy all 4 seasons on dvd. I won't say I'm completely blown away by it but I am addicted to it. I crushed all 4 seasons in 12 days. Being able to watch it that way works incredible well. Now if I had to sit throw four seasons and watch it one episode at a time week to week I don't think I would have ever got into it but the way I was able to watch them one right after another was awesome. I do love this series but I won't watch season 5 on tv. I'll wait for it to come out on dvd and watch it that way. It does suck though knowing I have to wait a year when season five starts next month but I have no desire to watch this one week at a time so..... What I probably will do though is between now and when season 5 comes out on dvd I will probably watch every episode again and of course I'll watch all the extras on the dvds so I will have my Game of Thrones fix for the year.

What I really like about this series is the fact anyone can(and does) die at any given moment.

[AtariLegend]

The first 3 episode synopsis and the title for the 4th episode have popped up online.

Season 5 Episode 1: “The Wars to Come”: Cersei and Jaime adjust to a world without Tywin. Varys reveals a conspiracy to Tyrion. Dany faces a new threat to her rule. Jon is caught between two kings. (Written by David Benioff & D. B. Weiss; directed by Michael Slovis.)

Season 5 Episode 2: “The House of Black and White”: Arya arrives in Braavos. Pod and Brienne run into trouble on the road. Cersei fears for her daughter’s safety in Dorne as Ellaria Sand seeks revenge for Oberyn’s death. Stannis tempts Jon. An adviser tempts Dany. (Written by David Benioff & D. B. Weiss; directed by Michael Slovis.)

Season 5 Episode 3: “High Sparrow”: In Braavos, Arya sees the Many-Faced God. In King’s Landing, Queen Margaery enjoys her new husband. Tyrion and Varys walk the Long Bridge of Volantis. (Written by David Benioff & D. B. Weiss; directed by Mark Mylod.)

Season 5 Episode 4: “The Sons of the Harpy”: Not yet available.

Source: http://watchersonthewall.com/first-three-episode-titles-game-thrones-season-5-revealed/

Edited March 7, 2015 by AtariLegend

[Graeme]

Wait, Varys has gone with Tyrion in this version of events?

[OmarBradley]

Wait, Varys has gone with Tyrion in this version of events?

In the show that is what happened. I never read the books, didn't realize that wasn't how it was originally.

[bran]

Wait, Varys has gone with Tyrion in this version of events?

In the show that is what happened. I never read the books, didn't realize that wasn't how it was originally.

in the book varys sends tyrion to another group but that group has been cut from the show i think.

[AtariLegend]

Wait, Varys has gone with Tyrion in this version of events?

In the show that is what happened. I never read the books, didn't realize that wasn't how it was originally.

in the book varys sends tyrion to another group but that group has been cut from the show i think.

There's speculation/rumours that Trystane takes the role of Aegon instead as the big reveal in episode 10, which would have let them cut Arianne too since it look's like her character ends up as a subplot/bridge to link Dorne to Aegon (in the WOW preview chapters). No idea if it's true.

Not sure what happens with Vary's in the end, but I bet he kills Pycelle/Kevan anyway in a version of the Dance epilogue.

I think they just want a familiar face interacting with Tyrion in the first part of the season. Supposedly the conversation that Tyrion/Vary's have in the trailer is still at Illyrio's.

Anyone have any guesses on how season 5 ends? Despite the changes, it look's like this season is still keeping most of the major moments from ADWD anyway, but where does it go from there?

[OmarBradley]

Wait, Varys has gone with Tyrion in this version of events?

In the show that is what happened. I never read the books, didn't realize that wasn't how it was originally.

in the book varys sends tyrion to another group but that group has been cut from the show i think.

There's speculation/rumours that Trystane takes the role of Aegon instead as the big reveal in episode 10, which would have let them cut Arianne too since it look's like her character ends up as a subplot/bridge to link Dorne to Aegon (in the WOW preview chapters). No idea if it's true.

Not sure what happens with Vary's in the end, but I bet he kills Pycelle/Kevan anyway in a version of the Dance epilogue.

I think they just want a familiar face interacting with Tyrion in the first part of the season. Supposedly the conversation that Tyrion/Vary's have in the trailer is still at Illyrio's.

Anyone have any guesses on how season 5 ends? Despite the changes, it look's like this season is still keeping most of the major moments from ADWD anyway, but where does it go from there?

Although I haven't read the books, some accidental spoilers have slipped through. My guess is it ends with Jon being stabbed, or is that the wrong book?

[AtariLegend]

Wait, Varys has gone with Tyrion in this version of events?

In the show that is what happened. I never read the books, didn't realize that wasn't how it was originally.

in the book varys sends tyrion to another group but that group has been cut from the show i think.

There's speculation/rumours that Trystane takes the role of Aegon instead as the big reveal in episode 10, which would have let them cut Arianne too since it look's like her character ends up as a subplot/bridge to link Dorne to Aegon (in the WOW preview chapters). No idea if it's true.

Not sure what happens with Vary's in the end, but I bet he kills Pycelle/Kevan anyway in a version of the Dance epilogue.

I think they just want a familiar face interacting with Tyrion in the first part of the season. Supposedly the conversation that Tyrion/Vary's have in the trailer is still at Illyrio's.

Anyone have any guesses on how season 5 ends? Despite the changes, it look's like this season is still keeping most of the major moments from ADWD anyway, but where does it go from there?

Although I haven't read the books, some accidental spoilers have slipped through. My guess is it ends with Jon being stabbed, or is that the wrong book?

It's the right book, but that's more a episode 9 moment. I don't think this show can end with a cliffhanger over whether or not a character is dead, given he'd be easy to spot when they film July-December.

The show has to answer the question.

[OmarBradley]

Wait, Varys has gone with Tyrion in this version of events?

In the show that is what happened. I never read the books, didn't realize that wasn't how it was originally.

in the book varys sends tyrion to another group but that group has been cut from the show i think.

There's speculation/rumours that Trystane takes the role of Aegon instead as the big reveal in episode 10, which would have let them cut Arianne too since it look's like her character ends up as a subplot/bridge to link Dorne to Aegon (in the WOW preview chapters). No idea if it's true.

Not sure what happens with Vary's in the end, but I bet he kills Pycelle/Kevan anyway in a version of the Dance epilogue.

I think they just want a familiar face interacting with Tyrion in the first part of the season. Supposedly the conversation that Tyrion/Vary's have in the trailer is still at Illyrio's.

Anyone have any guesses on how season 5 ends? Despite the changes, it look's like this season is still keeping most of the major moments from ADWD anyway, but where does it go from there?

Although I haven't read the books, some accidental spoilers have slipped through. My guess is it ends with Jon being stabbed, or is that the wrong book?

It's the right book, but that's more a episode 9 moment. I don't think this show can end with a cliffhanger over whether or not a character is dead, given he'd be easy to spot when they film July-December.

The show has to answer the question.

That's a good point about the filming.

And there was an announcement (I forget by who) saying characters will die this season who are not yet dead in the books.

[AtariLegend]

Epic new trailer!

[Ragnar]

So, No Greyjoys and lady Stoneheart in this season ? fuck that.

[Daedalus]

Interesting...

Sansa in... Winterfell?

[AtariLegend]

HBO said yesterday that the new season of Game of Thrones will be simulcast in only 170 countries or so to reduce piracy.

However Sky here in the UK won't, they're not going to broadcast it until the next night. Which given a large percentage of the show is made here in Northern Ireland is kind of ironic .

Edited March 11, 2015 by AtariLegend

[AtariLegend]

It looks like there's hope that the 6th book comes out this year afterall.

"I don't often attend the World Fantasy Convention (not to be confused with the World Science Fiction Convention, which I have only missed once thirty years), but I was there the last time it was held in Saratoga, and I had a great time. A terrific town, a wonderful con.

This year the convention is returning to Saratoga once again, and I was hoping to return as well. I'm not a guest of honor, and I'm not (so far as I know) getting an award; I just wanted to go.

Reluctantly, however, I've just had to scratch Saratoga off my list of 2015 appearances. For no reason having to do with the con itself. I am sure it will be terrific. It's just a matter of time.

I have too much to do. Too many things on my plate. Son of Kong foremost amongst them.

My apologies to anyone who saw Saratoga on my Appearances page and planned to go in order to see me. I won't be there. Go anyway. You'll have a great time.

Also, I have decided against attending this year's San Diego Comicon. Same reason. But since Comicon was never listed on my Appearances page, scratching it is not as big a deal.

(Should I complete and deliver WINDS OF WINTER before these cons roll round, I reserve the right to change my mind)."

Source: http://grrm.livejournal.com/412882.html

He also mentioned on his blog not long ago that he's deciding whether to write an episode for season 6 or not. So there's hope as well that season 6 might at least follow Winds of Winter plots too I'd assume.

[downzy]

HBO's 'Game Of Thrones' Will Spoil The Ending Of George R.R. Martin's Books

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/03/23/game-of-thrones-ending-books_n_6922748.html

Sorry book readers, but "Game of Thrones" creators D.B. Weiss and David Benioff are going to deliver the spoiler of all spoilers.

The two showrunners for the HBO series are some of the few people who know the ending to George R.R. Martin's still unfinished The Song of Ice and Fire book series, which "Game of Thrones" is based on. Last year, they revealed to Vanity Fair that the author explained the ending for "every character" in Westeros. Martin, who recently announced he's skipping fan conventions to finish Book 6, The Winds of Winter, said in 2013 that the the odds of the show catching up to the books "are very long." HBO programming president Michael Lombardo also echoed Martin at the time, telling Entertainment Weekly, "Let’s all hope and pray that’s not going to be a problem."

But while speaking at the Oxford Union, Benioff confirmed that spoilers are most definitely coming soon. "We’ll eventually, basically, meet up at pretty much the same place where George is going," Benioff said. According to the co-creator, there will be parts of the show that stray from the books, as we already know about Season 5's altered storylines and surprising deaths not in Martin's work. "I kind of wish there were some things we didn’t have to spoil, in terms of the books," Benioff continued, "but we’re kind of stuck between a rock and a hard place. The show must go on."

The showrunners have expressed their hope multiple times for "Game of Thrones" to run for only seven seasons, but HBO recently revealed that they want more, if possible. If the show extends beyond Season 7, that would give Martin more time to complete his final book in the series, A Dream of Spring, and avoid spoilers in the show for a while longer. But as Benioff said, "We can't put the show on hiatus [...] so we have to kind of keep pushing forward."