Game of Thrones Episode 5.02: “The House of Black and White”

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There’s a sort of return to tradition with these first two eps. Last year, things were crazy sped up in terms of seasonal plot, because Joffrey bit the dust at the end of the second hour. Now we are back to a slow burn, even making time for some character moments that are in no way about plot. Plodding along, maybe.

Not to say that nothing happens! There’s death threats and fated meetings, a hugely (in-show) controversial execution, and even an election. Two new storylines make an appearance—Arya in Braavos and the Martells in Dorne. I’d like to spew some ridiculousness about how each character has a stake in this week’s title, but yeah, it’s all about Arya. :P Most canonical storyline ahoy! Well, kinda, hee.

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