"Game of Thrones" TV Series

[Vermis]

I'm still glad I didn't read the book first, 'cos that lot would have me biting the carpet.

[Big Boris]

Yeah, it's bloody awful when they adapt a book you liked and you're a huge nerd about it!

[Balgin Stondraeg]

And on top of that, there's a whole battle scene that Tyrion is heavily involved in, and in which he fights bravely despite his obvious limitations, and gets wounded in combat yet somehow scrapes through, reduced to a comedy blow to the head from his own stampeding men and waking up when it was all over.

Oddly enough that's pretty much what I expected (apart from the fighting bravely part). I was expecting him to fight like a vindictive coward then get wounded or knocked out. But to still get in there and make the effort to keep his deal with the new "Lords of the Vale".

[mcfonz]

It's interesting that is for sure. I think I just might go and buy the first book at least. Just because I want to know more.

I think they have reduced the dire-wolf bit mainly because perhaps it is too fantasy for general viewing? They are trying to do dark and gritty and wolves jumping about the place killing slews of people may just be beyond the standard sky viewers comprehension . . . . .

For me Tyrion is by far the most interesting character. In a way it reflects my line of work. Instead of just being a character you think you should hate and perhaps do dislike to begin with, not only is their depth, there is explanation. He doesn't really want power, he just knows that by using power he gets respect. So it almost does make you feel guilty that you may have judged him early on.

As for the bit in the tent - I thought that the night bit hadn't arrived yet? Or was the whole horse slaughter and baby bump trauma meant to have happened during the night?

[Lorbaat]

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I think they have reduced the dire-wolf bit mainly because perhaps it is too fantasy for general viewing? They are trying to do dark and gritty and wolves jumping about the place killing slews of people may just be beyond the standard sky viewers comprehension . . . .

I suspect it was just a budget thing.  Lots and lots of shots of wolves doing things are either a lot of FX or a lot of time on set with trained animals.  Not cheap either way.

[Rick]

I'm hoping to get to see the episodes soon (don't have sky), but read the game of thrones book and the 2 prequel stories yesterday and was quite impressed. However - having read the CJ Cherryh 'Fortress' series, the names and political setup did seem vaguely similiar, even though the plots are wildly different. Has anyone else read both series, or am I just imagining the similarities? Martin is a lot easier to read than Cherryh and feels like it should translate better onto the screen.

[Tasker]

Stupid question time...

If those were dragon eggs.  Why did they hatch into Wyverns?

[Vermis]

Bugger.  Bugger.  I knew one more episode was too little to see much resolved, especially after what they did to Ned.  Now I'm going to have to wait 'til next season to see if Jodfrey dies a slow and painful death.  

Those were quite nice-looking dragons, though.  And now I can go buy the first book.

Stupid question time...

If those were dragon eggs.  Why did they hatch into Wyverns?

... because not all fantasy is DnD or Warhammer?

[caerban]

For me Tyrion is by far the most interesting character. In a way it reflects my line of work. Instead of just being a character you think you should hate and perhaps do dislike to begin with, not only is their depth, there is explanation. He doesn't really want power, he just knows that by using power he gets respect. So it almost does make you feel guilty that you may have judged him early on.

He is in the books too.

[Carcharoth]

Just started reading the book now and it really is rather good. The story seems to match closely with the tv series (almost scene for scene), but adds lots of depth and answers questions that I had been wondering about.

Generally very impressed with the series overall and will be waiting impatiently for series 2. No idea at all what to expect going forwards - especially given its tendency to undermine things everytime you think you know what is going to happen!

[Toosh]

I am reading the first book and like Mike, I am thoroughly enjoying it. The book does indeed provide some much needed background information and because I have seen the series before reading the book, I find that the actors they have for characters to be very well played and true to the book. I realise that if I had read the books first it might not be the case, but I'm happy with who they have chosen.  The book(s) will keep me going as I absolutely cannot wait for the next season - it better be on soon!! Having said that, I found myself wanting more and more after each episode; it's been a long time since I have found myself so engrossed in a TV series. Long may it reign - unlike the nasty little git Joffrey!

[Gomez Addams]

I opted for the less effort method of audio book after Stark gets the chop and two things stand out.

- Bronn is a real *****, but brilliant for it. Having Jerome Flynn playing that character seems a little daft.

- Tyrion is very different. In the audio book, hes a lot more scheming and clever then is really let on in the show, which is a shame.

Anyway, I'm off to get book three

[Vermis]

I absolutely cannot wait for the next season - it better be on soon!!

Filming begins in Belfast next month, IIRC.  I'm gonna see if they need any stunt doubles for Samwell...

[Balgin Stondraeg]

So apparently the next book (aka Season 2 to the plebs) will start airing on monday. If that's true then I'm surprised nobody else's mentioned that yet.

[Lorbaat]

So apparently the next book (aka Season 2 to the plebs) will start airing on monday. If that's true then I'm surprised nobody else's mentioned that yet.

Starts Sunday night on HBO, I am very much looking forward to it.