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February 09"Seven” Review - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Season 1, Episode 4
It's an emotional episode for Dunk, who is going through a hard time that gets harder.
Takeaways From This Week
The episode explores serious themes and character depth.
Dunk's optimism contrasts with the dark situations he faces.
Securing allies is crucial to Dunk's success.
The knighting scene highlights the importance of honour.
Dunk represents one of the few genuinely good characters in Westeros.
The episode sets up significant events for future episodes.
The use of music enhances the show's emotional moments.
Character connections are vital for plot development.
The humour in the episode balances its serious tone.
Predictions about character fates add suspense to the narrative.
Episode Breakdown
Episode Title: Seven
Synopsis: Dunk angers the Targaryens and demands trial by combat. When Aerion calls for a trial of seven, Dunk must find six warriors to join him in battle.
Director: Sarah Adina Smith
Writer: Aziza Barnes, Annie Julia Wyman, Ira Parker
Cast: Peter Claffey, Dexter Sol Ansell, Daniel Ings, Shaun Thomas, Tanzyn Crawfor, Danny Webb, Henry Ashton
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
South of King’s Landing Credits:
Intro & Outro Music: Curse of the Scarab by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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South of King’s Landing Art: Cherie Henriques
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19 min
February 02"The Squire” Review - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Season 1, Episode 3
A huge reveal about Egg's past comes in episode three of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and Dylan tries very hard to make sense of what a fortune teller said.
Takeaways From This Week
The episode focuses on the friendship between Dunk and Egg.
Egg's character is developed, revealing his knowledge and compassion.
A major antagonist is introduced, raising the stakes for Dunk.
The reveal of Egg's Targaryen lineage adds depth to the plot.
Foreshadowing hints at future conflicts and character arcs.
The fortune teller's predictions create intrigue for the series' direction.
The episode balances plot-heavy moments with character exploration.
Themes of violence and its impact on characters are explored.
The songs in the episode serve as a narrative device and thematic commentary.
The hosts express excitement for the next episode and its developments.
Episode Breakdown
Episode Title: The Squire
Synopsis: Ser Duncan prepares for the tournament, and much more is revealed about Egg.
Director: Owen Harris
Writer: Hiram Martinez, Ira Parker, Annie Julia Wyman
Cast: Peter Claffey, Dexter Sol Ansell, Daniel Ings, Shaun Thomas, Tanzyn Crawfor, Danny Webb, Henry Ashton
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
South of King’s Landing Credits:
Intro & Outro Music: Curse of the Scarab by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
South of King’s Landing Art: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
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18 min
January 27"Hard Salt Beef” Review - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Season 1, Episode 2
In the second episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Dunk gets a yes, but we're still an episode away from seeing him take part in the games.
Takeaways From This Week
The show's pacing is slower than in the previous series.
Dunk's character is portrayed as a sincere and somewhat bumbling knight.
Egg's background hints at a deeper connection to the Targaryens.
The jousting competition is set to be a brutal and significant event.
Character interactions provide both humour and depth to the story.
Foreshadowing is evident in Dunk's journey andthe challenges ahead.
The series is building towards a climax with the jousting competition.
Dunk's motivations are tied to proving himself and honouring his master.
The dynamic between Dunk and Egg adds a layer of charm to the narrative.
The show has been renewed for a second season, indicating potential for further character development.
Episode Breakdown
Episode Title: Hard Salt Beef
Synopsis: Dunk appeals to various lords in order to gain entrance into the tournament, but Egg advises him to hold onto his pride. When the Targaryens arrive at Ashford, Dunk seizes his moment with Prince Baelor.
Director: Owen Harris
Writer: Aziza Barnes, Ira Parker
Cast: Peter Claffey, Dexter Sol Ansell, Daniel Ings, Shaun Thomas, Tanzyn Crawfor, Danny Webb, Henry Ashton
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
South of King’s Landing Credits:
Intro & Outro Music: Curse of the Scarab by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
South of King’s Landing Art: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
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21 min
January 19"The Hedge Knight” Review - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Season 1, Episode 1
We discuss the premiere episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, which offers a more comedic and light-hearted take on the Game of Thrones world and Westeros.
Takeaways From This Week
This series has a lighter tone than previous shows.
Dunk is a relatable character with dreams and anxieties.
The 30-minute runtime makes the episode feel brisk and engaging.
The interactions between Dunk and Egg are humorous and endearing.
Baratheon is portrayed as a party-loving character, a departure from the serious tone of previous Baratheons.
Episode Breakdown
Episode Title: The Hedge Knight
Synopsis: On his journey to the forthcoming tournament in Ashford, Dunk meets a clever young boy named Egg, who offers to be his squire.
Director: Owen Harris
Writer: Ira Parker
Cast: Peter Claffey, Dexter Sol Ansell, Daniel Ings, Shaun Thomas, Tanzyn Crawfor, Danny Webb, Henry Ashton
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
South of King’s Landing Credits:
Intro & Outro Music: Curse of the Scarab by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
South of King’s Landing Art: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
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20 min
August 06, 2024"The Queen Who Ever Was" Review - House of The Dragon, Season 2, Episode 8
The season finale has left a few fans disappointed, especially with a long wait for what's next. But were Dylan and Ashley left as disgruntled? Listen to find out! And what they thought of the season as a whole.
Takeaways From This Week
The season finale focuses on setting up the pieces for Season 3
The episode features memorable quotes and amusing scenes
There is a possibility of a peaceful resolution to the war
Daemon's realization that there are bigger things in the world than the crown serves as the crux of the episode. Rhanera decides to go find Aegon and confront him
The scene between Alicent and Rhanera is tense and filled with sharp dialogue
The future of the show is uncertain, with war looming and characters in danger
A teaser for the spin-off show, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, was released
Episode Breakdown
Episode Title: The Queen Who Ever Was
Synopsis: As Aemond becomes more volatile, Larys plots an escape, and Alicent grows more concerned about Helaena's safety. Flush with new power, Rhaenyra looks to press her advantage.
Director: Geeta Patel
Writer: Sara Hess
Cast: Emma D'Arcy, Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Steve Toussaint, Sonoya Mizuno, Matthew Needham, Tom-Glynn-Carney, Ewan Mitchell, Harry Collett, Bethany Antonia, Phoebe Campbell, Kurt Egyiawan, Abubakar Salim, Clinton Liberty, Kieran Bew, Ellora Torchia, Tom Bennett
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
South of King’s Landing Credits:
Intro & Outro Music: Curse of the Scarab by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
South of King’s Landing Art: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
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41 min
July 30, 2024"The Red Sowing" Review - House of The Dragon, Season 2, Episode 7
In the penultimate episode of the season, we get alllllllll the dragons.
Takeaways From This Week
The episode focuses on the development of the dragon riders and the war for the Iron Throne.
Alicent's storyline is explored, but her character's purpose is unclear.
Damon's character shows growth and vulnerability.
The opening scene with Rhaenyra and Adam of Hull sets the tone for the episode.
The significance of lineage and bastards is discussed. Elitism is a prominent theme in House of the Dragon, with the noble folk believing they are more deserving of being dragon riders.
The moral dilemma of sacrificing lives for the greater good is explored, with Rhaneyra making the choice to potentially lose a few randoms to win the war.
The introduction of new dragon riders, such as Ulf, adds excitement and unpredictability to the story.
Lena's storyline of searching for a wild dragon adds another layer of intrigue to the narrative.
The upcoming season finale is highly anticipated, with the potential for a major battle and the resolution of various storylines.
Episode Breakdown
Episode Title: The Red Sowing
Synopsis: The war for the Iron Throne escalates, and Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen, in a crucial gamble, is prepared to risk everything in her urgent quest for dragon riders.
Director: Loni Peristere
Writer: David Hancock
Cast: Emma D'Arcy, Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Steve Toussaint, Sonoya Mizuno, Matthew Needham, Tom-Glynn-Carney, Ewan Mitchell, Harry Collett, Bethany Antonia, Phoebe Campbell, Kurt Egyiawan, Abubakar Salim, Clinton Liberty, Kieran Bew, Ellora Torchia, Tom Bennett
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
South of King’s Landing Credits:
Intro & Outro Music: Curse of the Scarab by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
South of King’s Landing Art: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
Support Us: http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion
32 min
July 22, 2024"Smallfolk" Review - House of The Dragon, Season 2, Episode 6
It seems we'll be seeing some new dragons in the coming episodes, or at least one with a new rider, as things get ready to heat up.
Episode Breakdown
Episode Title: Smallfolk
Synopsis: With few options left, Rhaenyra embarks on a risky venture while Aemond takes steps to reshape the Green Council.
Director: Andrij Parekh
Writer: Eileen Shim
Cast: Matt Smith, Emma D’Arcy, Olivia Cooke, Rhys Ifans, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Matthew Needham, Sonoya Mizuno, Tom Glynn-Carney, Ewan Mitchell, Phia Saban, Harry Collett, Bethany Antonia, Phoebe Campbell, Jefferson Hall, Kurt Egyiawan
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
South of King’s Landing Credits:
Intro & Outro Music: Curse of the Scarab by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
South of King’s Landing Art: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
Support Us: http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion
27 min
July 16, 2024"Regent" Review - House of The Dragon, Season 2, Episode 5
Following the intense finale from last week, this episode leaves Dylan a bit sour, especially when it comes to Daemon's story.
Takeaways From This Week
Damon's storyline is the weakest element of the show
The Greens are strategizing to fill a void on Agon's council
Character moments reveal power dynamics and shifting alliances
Dragon blood is needed to ride the dragons
Episode Breakdown
Episode Title: Regent
Synopsis: Amid whispers of bad omens, the Greens consider how to fill a void on Aegon's Council. Jacaerys sets out on a rogue mission to strike a deal. Daemon enlists Lord Willem Blackwood to help persuade the Brackens to bend the knee..
Director: Clare Kilner
Writer: Ti Mikkel
Cast: Matt Smith, Emma D’Arcy, Olivia Cooke, Rhys Ifans, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Matthew Needham, Sonoya Mizuno, Tom Glynn-Carney, Ewan Mitchell, Phia Saban, Harry Collett, Bethany Antonia, Phoebe Campbell, Jefferson Hall, Kurt Egyiawan
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
South of King’s Landing Credits:
Intro & Outro Music: Curse of the Scarab by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
South of King’s Landing Art: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
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21 min
July 09, 2024"The Red Dragon and the Gold" Review - House of The Dragon, Season 2, Episode 4
A shocking episode with a full-on dragon fight has us on the edge of our seats.
Takeaways From This Week
The episode had a high impact, ending with major character deaths
The pacing of the episode felt off compared to the rest of the season
The dragon battle was a standout moment
The hosts speculate on the future of the show and discuss character arcs
Rhaenyra's decision to go into battle was a fearless and memorable moment
The episode ended with a shocking twist
Episode Breakdown
Episode Title: The Red Dragon and the Gold
Synopsis: As Rhaenyra makes sure there is no other way to end this conflict but war, dragons flew, and the dance begun.
Director: Alan Taylor
Writer: Ti Mikkel
Cast: Matt Smith, Emma D'Arcy, Olivia Cooke, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Matthew Needham, Sonoya Mizuno, Tom Glynn-Carney, Ewan Mitchell, Phia Saban, Harry Collett, Freddie Fox, Gayle Rankin
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
South of King’s Landing Credits:
Intro & Outro Music: Curse of the Scarab by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
South of King’s Landing Art: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
Support Us: http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion
19 min
July 02, 2024"The Burning Mill” Review - House of The Dragon, Season 2, Episode 3
War cannot be stopped, and blood is on the horizon following this episode of House of the Dragon.
Takeaways From This Week
The episode focuses on the futility of war and the attempts to prevent it.
The standout performances and memorable moments make the episode enjoyable.
The opening scene sets the tone for the episode, showcasing the conflicts between different factions.
The war council meeting in King's Landing highlights the arguments and tensions among the characters.
The events at Dragonstone emphasize the importance of preventing war and the sacrifices made to protect the future.
The presence of dragon eggs hints at the potential for the return of dragons in the future. The characters in House of the Dragon are looking for moral victories rather than actual victories.
The Targaryen dragons are on the verge of extinction, and there are no happy endings in the series.
Harrenhal is a massive castle in disrepair, and Daemon wants to take it for its strategic position.
Damon's dream sequence and the encounter between Rhaenyra and Alicent in the church have significant implications for the story.
Rhaenyra's conversation with Alicent solidifies her decision to go to war.
Episode Breakdown
Episode Title: The Burning Mill
Synopsis: Daemon flies to Harrenhal to begin arranging an army, while Rhaenyra meets an old friend to try stopping the war from cascading.
Director: Geeta Vasant Patel
Writer: David Hancock
Cast: Matt Smith, Emma D'Arcy, Olivia Cooke, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Fabien Frankel, Matthew Needham, Sonoya Mizuno, Tom Glynn-Carney, Ewan Mitchell, Phia Saban, Harry Collett, Freddie Fox, Gayle Rankin
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
South of King’s Landing Credits:
Intro & Outro Music: Curse of the Scarab by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
South of King’s Landing Art: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
Support Us: http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion
35 min

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