HBO's Game of Thrones

Feathers · April 02, 2012, 01:33:32 PM

I believe it's starting up over here about now too. As discussed, I think I'm going to give this one a miss this time around, however. I'm running out of viewing time!

Bromptonboy · April 02, 2012, 03:38:54 PM

No that scene was not in the book.

[spoiler]I was a bit taken aback, but then thought the producers have to show why Little Finger has a change of heart about supporting Cersei. [/spoiler]

X · April 02, 2012, 03:45:43 PM

I think that there will be a lot of deviation from the books from this point out and it only makes sense given what happened in the books and the ages of those involved.

I think it works because I can enjoy something new in a parallel universe to the events that I do know.

Rico · April 02, 2012, 06:16:39 PM

I enjoyed the first episode of season two, but it's getting a bit more complex and hard to follow for someone like me who hasn't read the books. Season one seemed more simple and focused, but of course that focused a lot on just a few of the families and kingdoms. But, I'll try to hang in there. A few other comments on this episode...

[spoiler]Tyrion is just so darn awesome in every scene. I just love how much sharper and wiser he is than just about everyone around him. The idiot Joffrey has no idea how much Tyrion gets one over on him. Also enjoyed Rob with his wolf talking to Jamie Lannister. Oh, who is this woman on the beach with red hair? Have we seen her before?[/spoiler]

billybob476 · April 02, 2012, 06:22:20 PM

Quote from: Rico on April 02, 2012, 06:16:39 PM
I enjoyed the first episode of season two, but it's getting a bit more complex and hard to follow for someone like me who hasn't read the books. Season one seemed more simple and focused, but of course that focused a lot on just a few of the families and kingdoms. But, I'll try to hang in there. A few other comments on this episode...

[spoiler]Tyrion is just so darn awesome in every scene. I just love how much sharper and wiser he is than just about everyone around him. The idiot Joffrey has no idea how much Tyrion gets one over on him. Also enjoyed Rob with his wolf talking to Jamie Lannister. Oh, who is this woman on the beach with red hair? Have we seen her before?[/spoiler]

[spoiler]The "red woman" is new, you'll find out more as the season progresses.[/spoiler]

Jobydrone · April 02, 2012, 07:17:38 PM

Stick with it Rico, you'll pick it up quickly. The new characters are mostly in two camps...Stannis Baratheon's group, which includes Davos, the bald guy with the beard who was kind of Stannis' counselor and also the red woman you mentioned. Renly Baratheon will show up soon. We met him only briefly last season and youll probably remember him as the young man who was the lover of the Knight of Flowers, the guy who performed so well at King Roberts jousting event last season.

Rico · April 03, 2012, 05:23:34 AM

Oh, I will be sticking with it. At least to see certain people get some payback! :)

Jobydrone · April 03, 2012, 08:07:58 AM

Whew, Rico, [spoiler]you might have to wait several years for that![/spoiler]

Rico · April 03, 2012, 08:24:20 AM

I'm not reading that spoiler box Joby.

Jobydrone · April 03, 2012, 12:38:23 PM

Haha okay, it's nothing major though ;)

ChrisMC · April 03, 2012, 02:10:11 PM

Quote from: Rico on April 03, 2012, 05:23:34 AM
Oh, I will be sticking with it. At least to see certain people get some payback! :)

Some people get it sooner than others!

Bromptonboy · April 09, 2012, 06:31:10 AM

I really enjoyed the 2nd episode of this season. There were some liberties with the characters & story line - but all justified for those who don't know the entire back story.
[spoiler]Littlefinger 'motivating' that poor prostitute was a good way to show his ruthlessness - because he can otherwise seem to be a charming character. I continue to LOVE Tyrion & Varys. Davos is excellent, and I Stannis is well cast. Jachin Hagar (spelling) had his introduction to Arya.[/spoiler]

Rico · April 10, 2012, 03:04:11 PM

Still finding season two so far a bit more complex, talky and not as interesting as season one. I really need a flow chart or diagram to keep all these various factions, families, allies and enemies straight. Is anyone else watching who hasn't read the books? Anyway, trying to hang in there.

Oh - HBO just renewed the series for a third season.

http://www.comingsoon.net/news/tvnews.php?id=89052

Bromptonboy · April 10, 2012, 03:22:17 PM

A few of my friends at work watch the show, and they have not read the books. They have the same opinion as you Rico. I am able to explain a lot of the back story to them when we do our coffee run in the AM - and this helps them figure out who is who. Most of them weren't getting who Stannis is - and they complain there isn't enough of Daenrys. I tell them to be patient..

Rico · April 10, 2012, 03:34:09 PM

Yeah, all of a sudden this Stannis guy is really important - and the lady with the red hair. Whatever happened to daddy Lannister? Tywin?? I guess one of the issues that is starting to show up is there are A LOT of groups vying for power. In season one it seemed to just focus mainly on the Lannister's and the Stark's. I enjoyed Cersei's comment in the latest episode about how many claims to the throne there are now - 5, 6?? LOL!