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Talking about Game of Thrones has always been a little difficult for me, mainly because of how the show ended. The first 5-6 seasons really shined as an example of wonderful progression and storytelling, only for the massive failure of the finale to ruin much of the character arcs of some of the main characters. In that context, it has become difficult to pin someone down as being a favorite character of mine, when considering some of the unsatisfying ways their stories ended.
Nevertheless, a particular favorite among the cast for me has always been Robb Stark. His early character arc and story in the first few seasons served as a great introduction to the Song of Ice and Fire and showed us what we should expect for years to come.
It has always stood out to me the way Robb's simple motivations are presented. He goes to war to avenge his father's death and to create and independent Kingdom of the North. But even more so, he is shown to be a young boy who tries his best to be honorable and just, not only because he believes in these ideals, but also because he tries desperately to live up to the reputation of his father. In many ways, this ends up costing him dearly, which is very poetic when considering his father's fate as well.
It is really interesting to think about Robb because he seems to be a character with a lot of potential "what ifs". And the Red Wedding still remains as one of my favorite moments in TV in general. If you haven't seen it simply because of how GoT ended, I really do encourage you to check it out, at least the first 4 seasons!
Nevertheless, a particular favorite among the cast for me has always been Robb Stark. His early character arc and story in the first few seasons served as a great introduction to the Song of Ice and Fire and showed us what we should expect for years to come.
It has always stood out to me the way Robb's simple motivations are presented. He goes to war to avenge his father's death and to create and independent Kingdom of the North. But even more so, he is shown to be a young boy who tries his best to be honorable and just, not only because he believes in these ideals, but also because he tries desperately to live up to the reputation of his father. In many ways, this ends up costing him dearly, which is very poetic when considering his father's fate as well.
It is really interesting to think about Robb because he seems to be a character with a lot of potential "what ifs". And the Red Wedding still remains as one of my favorite moments in TV in general. If you haven't seen it simply because of how GoT ended, I really do encourage you to check it out, at least the first 4 seasons!
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