Says dumb
The theme is clear, but the process is rushed. A longer sequence of political negotiation would have made it feel earned and kept more of the characters' goals in view.
Why was Bran chosen as king of the Six Kingdoms?
Game of Thrones: Season 8
Game of Thrones: Season 8 (2019)
At 0:56:40S8 E6
Verdict: Contested. 53% of viewers say this is dumb. Top defense: He has the best memory in the world and no desire for power, and Tyrion argues that no story is better than his.
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53% dumb47% explained
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6.4/ 10(1,890 ratings)Unearned twistDropped thread
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What happens in this scene
In the finale, the lords of Westeros meet in the Dragonpit to choose a ruler. Tyrion proposes Bran, who accepts, and the others agree. The scene ends with Sansa declaring the North independent.
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Says dumb
The choice makes sense only if viewers accept Tyrion's speech. The season shows little of Bran as a leader and a lot of him being quiet, so the lords agree with little reason.
Says explained
It is a tidy finale choice: someone with no ambition and a lot of knowledge. The series spent years teaching us that wanting power is the problem.
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Actually, it’s explained
He has the best memory in the world and no desire for power, and Tyrion argues that no story is better than his.
- DumbScenesStaff10 months ago
He has the best memory in the world and no desire for power, and Tyrion argues that no story is better than his.
- ben_the_skepticSupporter3 months ago
The point of the scene is that a king nobody wanted is the safest option for a realm tired of wars.
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Plant it earlier
In E5, have two lords notice that Bran saw everything coming and did nothing. The Dragonpit vote then has a small argument to answer.
Would this fix it?71% say yes
script_doctor_samSupporter2 months ago
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Change an action
Make Sansa queen of the Six Kingdoms and give Bran the Three-Eyed Raven title only. The finale gets a more active ruler.
Would this fix it?30% say yes
tessa_in_the_aisle2 weeks ago
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Tyrion asks, 'Who here wants to be king?' Every hand stays down. Then he names Bran.
Would this fix it?63% say yes
canon_keeperFounding Critic #3Supporter2 months ago
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