Day 5 — Thoughts on Season 4 of GOT
The best season of GOT by far so far. I am mid-way through season 5, so my view may change in the next week or so. I found myself mesmerized by season 4 and with my girlfriend, binged watched the entire season within two days. The best part of season 4 is that all of the major characters get major screen time doing major things. Let’s break down a few of them.
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Joffrey: He meets his well-deserved end. This crazy kid finally got what he deserved after making so many suffer for such stupid things.
Tyrion: Crazy story for Tyrion. He is locked away for most of the season, awaiting trial for murdering Joffrey. The love of his life betrays him on trial and with his father. He requests a trial by combat, like how he did in season 1, and somehow manages to get Oberyn, the Red Viper, to fight the Mountain for him. Oberyn would have won easily if he had actually tried to win rather than trying to avenge his fallen sister. Jamie and Varys eventually rescues Tyrion and he escapes, but not before he kills Shae with his bare hands, and kills his father with a crossbow while his father was on the toilet. Lots of character growth here, and by the looks of it he is going to join Daenerys on her conquest.
Jon: The wildling army finally attacks and Jon’s character blossoms to life. After most of the leaders of Castle black fall or get beaten down, he raises to the occasion and leads the defenses. The most iconic scene was where the giant was able to get into the gate, and the five watchers start chanting their oath to give themselves the courage to face him. They knew full well that they were all likely going to die. They were able to stop and kill the giant, but also sacrificed their lives. It really brought to life the sacrifice these men made when they joined the watchers, and how they were able to redeem themselves after a past life of crime.
There were many other interesting characters and plot lines in this season, I listed a few of my favorites. I hope The rest of season 5 will not disappointing, and hopefully, winter finally comes.
