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Greetings Lords and Ladies, and welcome to “A Watch Party of Ice and Fire”! Join our Small Council – Solar, Sam, Morrigan, Constance, and Uzma – as they discuss the lore, themes, costumes, set design, and DRAGONS in Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, and other adaptations of George R.R. Martin’s epic universe.
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Join us as we break down Season 2, Episode 6, "Smallfolk."
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Was this the best episode of the season, or the worst? Uzma and Solar disagree - give us your take! Join us as we break down Season 2, Episode 5, "The House That Dragons Built."
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Finally get some real dancing dragons! Uzma and Solar break down Season 2, Episode 4, "The Red Dragon and the Gold."
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Uzma and Solar break down Season 2, Episode 3, "The Burning Mill." Is Season 2 shaping up to be better than Season 1? Is House of the Dragon shaping up to be better than Game of Thrones?
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Uzma and Solar break down Season 2, Episode 2, "Rhaenyra the Cruel."
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House of the Dragon returns with a bang and a heavy dose of cheese. We thought we were doing ok, and then that last scene hit. Uzma and Solar break down the episode.
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Solar and Uzma continue their prep for the upcoming premier of Season 2 by discussing the "Green" trailer, featuring our "Raven's Eye," "Dragon's in the Details" and "Fans of the Dragon" segments.
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House of the Dragon is back, and so are we! Solar and Uzma return to chat about the upcoming season and to dissect the teaser trailer.
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The Small Council continues their deep dives into their favorite characters from the show, examining their arc in the show and comparing it with events in the books. This episode is about Ser Thirsty Pants, Criston Cole.
First, we start with some lore about the Dornish Marshes. Then, Mr. Hot Pants. What changes did you like? What actions did he take that you like? Which character from Game of Thrones is Criston most similar to?
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The Small Council continues their deep dives into their favorite characters from the show, examining their arc in the show and comparing it with events in the books. This episode is about everyone's favorite Hand, Otto Hightower.
First, we start with some lore about the Gold Cloaks that make up the City Watch. Then, the primary discussion about Otto! Which changes from the books did you like? What was something from the books you wish they'd kept? What was you favorite and least favorite action by Otto this season? Which character from the House of the Dragon/Game of Thrones universe is Otto most like?
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The Small Council continues their deep dives into their favorite characters from the show, examining their arc in the show and comparing it with events in the books. This episode is about the Queen and leader of the Greens, Alicent Hightower.
First, we start with some lore about The Seven. Then, the primary discussion about Alicent! Which changes from the books did you like? What was something from the books you wish they'd kept? What was you favorite and least favorite action by Alicent this season? Which character from the House of the Dragon/Game of Thrones universe is most like Alicent? Then the Council closes the discussion by saying goodbye to another character that bit the dust, Joffrey Lonmouth, Knight of Kisses.
Trivia: What would Patchface and Mushroom eat if they met for lunch? Send us your answers to our trivia via email or social media. Every correct answer earns you a Maester's link. Earn five links and we will enter you in a random drawing for fun prizes, like a hand-sewn Targaryen bookmark!
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The Small Council continues their deep dives into their favorite characters from the show, examining their arc in the show and comparing it with events in the books. This episode is about Rhaenys Targaryen.
Which changes from the books did you like? What was something from the books you wish they'd kept? What was you favorite and least favorite action by Rhaenys this season? Which character from the House of the Dragon/Game of Thrones universe is most like Rhaenys?
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After a brief break for the holiday, the Small Council returns with another House of the Dragon character deep dive, examining the character's arc in the show and comparing it with events in the books. This episode is about Viserys Targaryen.
First, we start with some lore about Aegon the Conqueror's legendary Valyrian steel sword Blackfyre. Then, the primary discussion about Viserys! Which changes from the books did you like and which did you dislike? Which of Viserys' choices this season did you disagree with? Which character from the House of the Dragon/Game of Thrones universe would have done better in Viserys' position? Then as always the Council closes by saying goodbye to another character that bit the dust, Viserys' father Baelon the Brave.
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The Small Council continues their deep dives into their favorite characters from the show, examining their arc in the show and comparing it with events in the books. This episode is about Daemon Targaryen.
First, we start with some lore about the legendary Valyrian steel sword Darksister. Then, the primary discussion about Daemon. Which changes from the books did you like and which did you dislike? Which of Daemon's choices this season did you disagree with? Which character from the House of the Dragon/Game of Thrones universe would have done better in Daemon's position? Then the Council closes with another eulogy to honor a minor character that bit the dust in Season One.
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Season One of House of the Dragon may be over, but the discussion has just begun. The Small Council will be doing deep dives into your favorite characters from the show, examining their arc in the show and comparing it with events in the books. This episode is all about Rhaenyra Targaryen.
First, we start with some lore about Dragon Riders. Then, the primary discussion about Rhaenyra. Name one change from the books that you liked and one you disliked. Which of Rhaenyra's choices this season did you disagree with? Who would you have picked for Rhaenyra’s partner? The Council closes with a eulogy to honor the poor souls that bit the dust in Season One.
Trivia: Who is the truest and most trustworthy source in all of Westeros? Send us your answers via email or social media. Every correct answer earns you a Maester's link. Earn five links and we will enter you in a random drawing for fun prizes, like a hand-sewn Targaryen bookmark!
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The Small Council starts their discussion about Episode 10, The Black Queen, with some lore about the Painted Table. Then, some details you may have missed in the episode with "The Dragon is in the Details." What was your favorite character or moment? What was going on in Aemond's head, and what will he say when he reports back? Would things have played out differently if Luc and Jace's missions had been switched? Now that battle lines have been drawn and first blood has been spilt, how do you feel about watching the rest of the carnage play out, knowing that this is game of thrones and so many beloved characters will die horribly?
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The Small Council starts their discussion about Episode 9, The Green Council, with some lore about Flea Bottom. Then, some details you may have missed in the episode with "The Dragon is in the Details." What was your favorite character or moment? What do you think about Otto's perspective? Alicent's perspective? Would Aemond make the better king than Aegon? Who is the most heroic in this episode and who is the most villainous?
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The Small Council starts their discussion about Episode 8, The Lord of the Tides, with some lore about potions and medicine. Then, some details you may have missed in the episode with "The Dragon is in the Details." What is your favorite character or moment? What do you think about Vaemond's petition and how Rhaenys handled it? What are some of the differences between Alicent and Rhaenyra's children and how do you think they came about? What's an interesting character from the episode and what do you think is driving motivations?
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The Small Council starts their discussion about Episode 7, The Rogue Prince, with a For the Love of Lore segment about bastards. Then, dive into details you may have missed with "The Dragon is in the Details" and "The Raven's Eye." How do you feel about Laenor’s “happy ending” considering how other queer/gay characters are treated? Do you think Aemond "stole" Vhagar? What was going on in Rhaenyras head when she proposed to Daemon? Do you think Jacaerys should inherit the thrown after Rhaenyra even though he is, by Westerosi definition, a bastard? Are Alicent and Ser Petty sleeping together?
Trivia: In the Raven's Eye, what is Rhaenys' unoficial nickname for Daemon? Send us your answers via email or social media. Every correct answer earns you a Maester's link. Earn five links and we will enter you in a random drawing for fun prizes, like a hand-sewn Targaryen bookmark!
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The Small Council starts this episode by discussing otherness in Westeros. Then, dive into details you may have missed with the "Dragon is in the Details." What was your favorite character or moment? Who is the better husband and father, Daemon or Viserys? What is going on in see Larys' head? Do you think Rhaenyra would actually kill Alicent's children?
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The Small Council starts this episode with some lore about oaths and vows. tourneys. Then, they dive into details you may have missed with the "Dragon's in the Details," and cinematic techniques used in the "The Raven's Eye." What was your favorite scene or character? What are your thoughts on Rhaenyra’s choices? What is going on in Ser Criston Cole’s head? What is the greatest mistake that played out in this episode?
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The Small Council starts this episode with some lore about prophecy. Then, they dive into details you may have missed with the "Dragon's in the Details," and cinematic techniques used in the "The Raven's Eye." What was your favorite scene or character? What were Daemon's motivations? What were Rhaenyra's motivations? What big decisions in this episode were good or bad?
Trivia: Where is it that prophecy bites you? Send us your answers via email or social media. Every correct answer earns you a Maester's link. Earn five links and we will enter you in a random drawing for fun prizes, like a hand-sewn Targaryen bookmark!
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The Small Council starts this episode with some lore about the Stepstones. Then, they dive into the episode with the "Dragon's in the Details." What was your favorite scene or character? What are your thoughts on the symbolism of the boar, the red stag, the white hart, and other animals? What do you think of Daemon's reaction to his brother sending aid? How do you think House of the Dragon will approach prophecy?
Trivia: Who became a famous prostitute after being sold into slavery and that was was given a shout out by court ladies before the hunt? Alternative Question: What nickname did we give Ser Criston Cole this episode? Send us your answers via email or social media. Every correct answer earns you a Maester's link. Earn five links and we will enter you in a random drawing for fun prizes, like a hand-sewn Targaryen bookmark!
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The Small Council starts this episode with some lore about dragon's eggs. Then, they dive into the episode with the "Dragon's in the Details" and "Raven's Eye" segments. What was your favorite scene or character? How did you like the introductory title sequence? What is the greatest mistake any character committed in the episode?
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The first episode of HBO's House of the Dragon is finally here, and boy is it a doozy! First the crew explains the history and function of the Small Council, and then dives into the episode with the "Dragon's in the Details" and "Raven's Eye" segments. What was your favorite scene or character? What do we think about the treatment of women in this episode? Is Prince Daemon more like King Maegor or King Aegon? Did Daemon really call baby Baelon "Heir for a Day"?
Trivia: In this episode, Solar had a standout favorite character, Rhaenys Targaryen. What did Solar re-name her? The Queen of what? Send us your answers via email or social media. Every correct answer earns you a Maester's link. Earn five links and we will enter you in a random drawing for fun prizes, like a hand-sewn Targaryen bookmark!
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In this final episode before the big premier of HBO's House of the Dragon, the Small Council discusses the different funerary traditions in Westeros, and then does a deep dive into the final promotional teaser, "A New Reign," which includes interviews with the showrunner and writer. Did the trailers give you confidence in the show? What non-Targaryen character arc are you excited to see? How do you feel about continuity changes like the iron throne design, the painted table, and the Scull of Balerion? What are your greatest hopes and fears for the show?
Today's Trivia: In the background of a wall of skulls there is a curious painting. What does Constance think it is, and what does Uzma think it is? Send us your answers via email or social media. Every correct answer earns you a Maester's link. Earn five links and we will enter you in a random drawing for fun prizes, like a hand-sewn Targaryen bookmark!
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Continuing their look at the years before HBO's House of the Dragon. the Small Council talks about Aegon the Conqueror, Aenys the Indecisive, Maegor the Cruel, and Jaehaerys the Conciliator. Will we see these kings of old in the show? Which king was most successful? Did Aegon unite the 7 kingdoms because he knew about the coming Night? Should Aegon have passed the throne to Visenya? Was the Faith Militant justified in their rebellion
Today's Trivia: What award did Sam say Maegor would win? Send us your answers via email or social media. Every correct answer earns you a Maester's link. Earn five links and we will enter you in a random drawing for fun prizes, like a hand-sewn Targaryen bookmark!
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It's time for a history lesson about Old Valyria, the Doom of Valyria, and Aegon's Conquest, events which will form the backdrop of HBO's House of the Dragon series. How much pre-conquest lore will actually be discussed in House of the Dragon? Did the Valyrians bring the Doom on themselves? How did the role of Targaryen women evolve in Westeros after Aegon's Conquest? Did Aegon make any mistakes during the Conquest?
Today's Trivia: Give us at least one of the three hashtags used by the Small Council during the episode. Send us your answers via email or social media. Every correct answer earns you a Maester's link. Earn five links and we will enter you in a random drawing for fun prizes, like a hand-sewn Targaryen bookmark!
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In this special crossover episode, all three Watch Party podcasts join forces for the first time to discuss their respective fandoms and to share their excitement for all the great shows coming up this season.
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Today the Small Council gives you some lore about Old Town before breaking down yet another trailer for HBO's House of the Dragon. Will the show be told chronologically or utilize flashbacks? Will King Viserys' dream be an important part of the show? Will HBO portray Daemon and Alicent as the villains with Rhaeynra as the hero?
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Entertainment Weekly gave us nine new House of the Dragon promotional photos, which the Small Council enjoys like a fine glass of Dornish Red. What House of the Dragon character are you most interested to see? Was Alicent Hightower really friends with Rhaenyra, or was she just scheming to get close to the Targaryens? Was DaemonTargaryen a good brother? If you could be born into any Westerosi house, which would it be? How do we feel about the casting for Corlys Velaryon?
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The Small Council is back to discuss succession and break down the second trailer for HBO's House of the Dragon. Would men really put the realm to the torch before allowing a woman to ascend the iron throne? How important is one dragon egg? What's more important, the blood or the name? And how bout that painted table?
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In this inaugural episode of A Watch Party of Ice and Fire, our Small Council convenes for the first time to discuss tourneys, break down the first trailer for HBO's House of the Dragon, and debate points of lore. Would the Targaryans have won the Iron Throne without dragons? Will the catspaw dagger be significant in House of the Dragon? Will House of the Dragon feature Mushroom's version of events?
Thank you for checking out the pod. Please come back every week as Solar, Constance, Morrigan, Sam, and Uzma discuss HBO's House of the Dragon, future adaptations, and all things A Song of Ice and Fire.
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