I can't believe I'm doing this.. I promised myself I would not put a review on Game of Thrones until the end of the season so I could do it as a whole, but this last episode was simply to "EPIC"(haha); but seriously, the only show before this on television that I have gawked at the TV screen for an entire hour was LOST.
SPOILERS AHEAD!!
Firstly, before I get into the nitty gritty of what made this episode so great, I should state that I do not intend to repeat what or will refrain as much as possible from repeating what I've read in the IGN Review which by the way I totally endorse. For Fans of the Show.. READ THIS PLEASE:
http://www.ign.com/articles/2012/05/28/game-of-thrones-blackwater-review
Okay, So what made this episode as good as SEX. Firstly, The Half-Man was truly phenomenal in this episode. We all know that the only reason that we hesitate when we say we want the Lannisters to Crash and Burn s because Tyrion is a Lannister. He was truly brilliant in this episode perfectly balancing brave/ fearful/humorous and inspiring. The scene where they chant Half-Man makes you feel as though you are right there on the battle-field with him enjoying the spoils of his brilliant mind, only to end with the perfect "FUCK ME" as to what happens next...
Personally, I kind decide if I'm a fan of Stannis Baratheon yet, and I reckon that was the intent of George R R Martin when he created this magnificent series. He's emotionless, cold, fair and just. He's an odd combination, and despite not being able to relate with him; you feel as though his claim to the throne should be rewarded because after all- it is HIS BY RIGHTS! Stannis was the complete opposite to the pussy that is Joffrey, staying at the front lines... doing whatever it takes to win back what is rightfully his. He is Oddly inspiring in this episode, despite majority of his people getting screwed by Wildfire, including the Beloved "ONION KNIGHT"... It truly is impossible to hate him. He is the most logical and reasonable man on the show.
Oh Sansa, How I used to Hate you so!! You have truly become the character on screen that is portrayed in the book. That's right people, I'm one of the readers, but I vow to never divulge information regarding the series which I will have from my prior reading from the book. Sansa is cursed with the worst luck, and every G.O.T watcher must have a little pity for her, she literally can't catch a break! In this episode however, we see how her struggles have made her stronger, how as much as she is afraid, she is still the source of comfort for all the Women and Children at the Castle; we see her scared shitless by the Queen only to stand strong when approached by the Dog.. She truly did perform!!! A++
And Finally, Sandor Clegane!! I always felt that Rory Mccan never really got much airtime on the show, and they failed to really impact on the character of Joffrey's dog. Well, Not in this episode. He was magnificent. From the early scene with Bronn when they were butting heads, to the battle itself and he came face to face to his one true enemy: FIRE. "Fuck The King's Guard, Fuck the King".... Fuck The King Indeed.. Good for you, Dog.. Joffrey is a piece of shit anyway.
ONE FOCUS; ONE EPISODE. This season has struggled with giving each character/ scene portrayed in the stories in the book it deserves, however the Battle of Baywater got exactly what it deserves. Written by George R R Martin, just like Baelor in Season 1 which was obviously the best episode of the season; there is absolutely no doubt that this is the best episode of the series so far.
With the Emmy's so close, if G.O.T does not win Best Drama Series, It will become clear that the Emmy's are run by idiots who know nothing about great television.
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