A Song of Dan and Josh: Tyrion VIII

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The hit parade:

• This chapter highlights Tyrion Lannister’s deep and abiding daddy issues. Tywin Lannister dominates his son’s life in the worst way.
• We’re introduced to two new important characters this week: Podrick Payne, who makes as small an impression as possible, and Shae, who looms rather larger. Tyrion and Shae are well matched — they’re both good with a one-liner — but Tyrion starts down a path here that will end in tragedy. Does it show this early?
• Welcome to the Battle of the Green Fork! This is the first major battle in the series. What techniques does Martin use to depict the chaos of war?
• The Battle of the Green is depicted on Game of Thrones, but with a couple twists. We get into it. Or: What does the Battle of the Green Fork have in common with Batman and Robin?

We’ll be next week with a close look at Catelyn X and a very different kind of battle scene. Hope to see you during the live stream on our Facebook page next Wendesday, August 22 at 4:00 p.m. CST!

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