Littlefinger, Catelyn Stark, and Trust on Game of Thrones
I did warn you not to trust me These words from Petyr “Littlefinger” Baelish, uttered ironically in Season One of Game of Thrones, came back to haun...
Author: Patrick Sponaugle
Benjen Stark: the Last Stand of the Second-to-Last Hero
In the recent episode Beyond the Wall, Jon Snow, the King in the North (or South, if you listen to Tormund Giantsbane) found himself in a dire situation. Left f...
Dancing Between Devils: Daenerys, Dragons and Decisions
Daenerys Targaryen has picked a complicated time to invade Westeros. It’s not like anyone is really all that desperate for the daughter of the Mad King, s...
The White Wolf and the Crippled Kraken
“The Night’s Watch is an ancient and honorable order. You’ll have opportunities there.” “The opportunity for Jon Snow to cut my th...
The Widow of Winterfell and the Benefit of Doubt
So there’s no punishment for treason, and no reward for loyalty? — Sansa Stark There’s a new Game of Thrones episode on the horizon (new to mo...
A Tale of Two Castles: You Win Some, You Lose Some
“When you play the Game of Thrones, you win or you die. There is no middle ground.” – Cersei Lannister Thanks for the tip, Cersei. It’s ...
Daenerys Targaryen: All Dressed Up With No Place To Go
“Shall we begin?” – Daenerys Targaryen With three words, the Mad King’s daughter Daenerys began her plan to reclaim the Iron Throne. Her...