Game Of Thrones Season 1 Ep 10
"Fire and Blood" is the final episode of the first season of the HBO television series, Game of Thrones. It aired on June 19, 2011, and was directed by Alan Taylor, and written by showrunners David Benioff and D. B. Weiss. In this episode, we see the aftermath of the death of Ned Stark and the beginning of a new era in the Seven Kingdoms.
The Death of Ned Stark
The episode begins with the aftermath of Ned Stark's execution. His daughter, Sansa, is still in King's Landing and is being held by Queen Cersei. Meanwhile, his other daughter, Arya, has escaped from the city and is on the run. His youngest son, Bran, is still in Winterfell, recovering from his injuries. His oldest son, Robb, has been declared the King in the North and is leading his army towards King's Landing to get revenge for his father's death.
Daenerys' Rise to Power
While the Starks are dealing with the fallout of Ned's death, across the Narrow Sea in Essos, Daenerys Targaryen is realizing her own power. In the previous episode, she lost her husband, Khal Drogo, and her unborn child. However, she emerges from the funeral pyre of her husband with three live dragons, which were believed to be extinct. This episode sees Daenerys begin to understand the true power of her dragons and how she can use them to conquer the Seven Kingdoms.
Tyrion Lannister's Return to King's Landing
Tyrion Lannister, who was captured by Catelyn Stark in the previous episode, makes his return to King's Landing in this episode. He is able to use his wit and intelligence to secure his release and is appointed as the Hand of the King by his father, Tywin. This sets up the power dynamic between Tyrion and his sister, Cersei, who is the Queen Regent.
The Future of Westeros
The final scenes of the episode set up what is to come in future seasons. Robb Stark has declared himself the King in the North and is preparing to wage war against the Lannisters. Daenerys Targaryen is planning to use her dragons to conquer the Seven Kingdoms. Meanwhile, Jon Snow, who has been serving with the Night's Watch at the Wall, is beginning to understand the true threat of the White Walkers and the wights. The episode ends with the line, "Winter is coming," which becomes a recurring theme throughout the series.
Conclusion
"Fire and Blood" is a pivotal episode in the Game of Thrones series. It sets up the major storylines for future seasons and establishes the power dynamics between the major characters. It also shows the true brutality of the world of Westeros and the lengths that characters will go to in order to gain power. Overall, it is a must-watch episode for any fan of the series.
