The 5 most disliked plot twists on Game of Thrones

In a show that did so many things right, there were a few things that it could've done better.
Season 8, episode 5 (debut 5/12/19): Lena Headey.
photo: Helen Sloan/HBO
Season 8, episode 5 (debut 5/12/19): Lena Headey. photo: Helen Sloan/HBO /
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Night King. Game of Thrones episode 66 (season 7, episode 6): Vladimir Furdik. Photo: courtesy of HBO /

4) The Night King's demise

Alright, let's dive into why the Night King's demise on Game of Thrones was about as satisfying as a deflated balloon at a birthday party. Picture this: you're all geared up for the ultimate boss battle, the one you've been waiting for since forever. The Night King, this icy, menacing dude with a poker face that could freeze lava, has been hyped up like the final level in the world's toughest video game. He's got an army of undead, a dragon that breathes blue fire, and a stare so cold it could make your TV screen frost over. Fans were ready for an epic showdown.

But what do we get? Our main man (or should I say, main undead villain) gets taken out faster than you can say "Valar Morghulis"; and not even by Jon Snow, who's been beefing with him for seasons. Nope, Arya Stark does the deed, ninja-style, with a surprise stab. Don't get me wrong, Arya is as badass as they come, but this was like watching a game of chess where someone flips the board and says, "I win!" The whole thing felt like building a thousand-piece puzzle only to find the last piece missing. The Night King's quick exit left fans thinking, "Wait, that's it?" It was a bit like ordering a gourmet burger and getting a plain bun; where's the beef, Game of Thrones, where's the beef?