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Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - freddie - 23-02-2026

That show sucks seriously 

Same 10 or so conversation templates recycled over and over again while the characters teleport around the map

RE: Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - freddie - 23-02-2026

Tyrion's Repetitive Lectures: A Breakdown
Tyrion Lannister starts as one of Game of Thrones' sharpest characters—witty, cynical, strategic, with dialogue that's equal parts humor and insight. But in seasons 5–8 (post-book material), his role devolves into that of a repetitive moral compass, endlessly lecturing others (especially Daenerys) on themes like mercy, restraint, and "breaking the wheel." This shift makes him feel like a broken record, contributing to the show's broader complaints about formulaic writing. It's not just the content repeating; it's how his "lectures" lose edge, becoming preachy soliloquies that pad scenes without advancing character or plot meaningfully.
Why They Feel Repetitive
  • Thematic Recycling: Tyrion's core message boils down to "Be better than your enemies/ancestors—don't resort to fire and blood." He hammers this home in variations across dozens of scenes, often to Daenerys, Varys, or Jon. Early seasons balanced this with sarcasm and self-deprecation (e.g., his trial speeches or banter with Bronn). Later, it turns into earnest, redundant pleas, as if the writers forgot his impish side and just used him as an exposition dump for "good governance" reminders.
  • Lack of Evolution: Despite major events (e.g., killing Tywin, exile, serving Daenerys), Tyrion doesn't grow much. His advice starts sounding identical because his worldview doesn't adapt—it's the same "smart guy warns against tyranny" loop, even as evidence mounts that it's failing (Daenerys ignores him repeatedly, yet he keeps trying).
  • Structural Role in Later Seasons: With the show rushing to endgame, Tyrion becomes the "voice of reason" trope. His lectures fill downtime between battles, recapping moral dilemmas without subtlety. This amplifies repetition: shorter seasons mean less room for nuanced development, so they reuse his monologues to hit emotional beats quickly.
  • Diminished Wit: Pre-season 5, Tyrion's talks were punchy and quotable ("I drink and I know things"). Post-that, they're longer, more somber, and less clever—turning him into a lecturer rather than a schemer. Fans often cite this as "dumbing down" his character, making repeats more noticeable.


RE: Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - loljoey - 23-02-2026

jew

RE: Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - Iblameher - 23-02-2026

Weird, I loved it from start to end

RE: Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - Iblameher - 23-02-2026

In fact, I think later seasons were far better than S1 to S2

RE: Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - freddie - 23-02-2026

(23-02-2026, 07:10 AM)loljoey Wrote: jew
you can say kike here
(23-02-2026, 07:30 AM)Rarity Wrote: In fact, I think later seasons were far better than S1 to S2

it gets progressively worse

some plot lines were goated though

s7/8 are irredeemable tbh. the characters don't behave like real people, it's insulting to the audience

RE: Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - Iblameher - 23-02-2026

(23-02-2026, 10:37 AM)freddie Wrote: you can say kike here

it gets progressively worse

some plot lines were goated though

s7/8 are irredeemable tbh. the characters don't behave like real people, it's insulting to the audience

I felt that way with Daenerys and Jaime so much

RE: Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - B00X - 23-02-2026

never watched it

RE: Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - a_freespirit - 23-02-2026

tv is gay nigga shit. play quake

RE: Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - B00X - 23-02-2026

(23-02-2026, 02:21 PM)a_freespirit Wrote: tv is gay nigga shit. play quake

i like this fella  Gymcel

RE: Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - Mr Looks - 23-02-2026

Never felt like watching it tbh

RE: Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - Altruist - 23-02-2026

i unironically completely disagree. 10/10 for me from second 1 to the very ending. modern LOTR tier masterpiece

RE: Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - freddie - 24-02-2026

(23-02-2026, 10:08 PM)RL_autist Wrote: i unironically completely disagree. 10/10 for me from second 1 to the very ending. modern LOTR tier masterpiece
by s7/8 you're already so invested in the characters/plot it's still watchable

did you watch rings of power

apparently they're making a new hobbit movie or something

RE: Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - Altruist - 24-02-2026

Rings of power are like -4/10, lmfao. A crine against humanity

RE: Only the first couple of seasons of game of thrones are passable - Altruist - 24-02-2026

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