Game of Thrones Episode 1.09: “Baelor”

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By now I think even non-GoT watchers might know that this is the double-take episode in terms of a shocking twist of fate for one of our main characters. In truth I think the previous episode was stronger overall, but this ending scene was just staged beautifully. Kudos to the actors, but also the cinematographers and editors!

Varys visits Ned with a final plea to bend the knee to Joffrey. Robb and Catelyn, meanwhile, must make an alliance with House Frey in order to meet the Lannisters in battle. Tyrion finds new companionship after a sudden proclamation from his father that sends him to the front lines. Jon struggles with his duty to his family vs the Night’s Watch and learns something interesting about Maester Aemon. Daenerys, the only character not connected to the main plot this episode, has her own trials to deal with as Drogo suddenly becomes very ill, compromising her position within the khalasar.

This episode is named for the religious site where they hold the trial for the Hand of the King.

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