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Game of Thrones

With season 8, HBO’s Game of Thrones, based on George RR Martin’s bestselling books, finally comes to an end. Join The Verge as we navigate the character deaths, the battles for the throne of Westeros, the arcane politics, and the grotesquely complicated family dynamics of America’s favorite fantasy soap opera. From wild fan theories to books-vs.-show connections to creator conversations and controversies, we’re tracking the most compelling parts of this unprecedented cultural phenomenon.

Game of Game of Thrones: season 8, episode 3, The Long Night

Or the fight against one king to rule them all

Julia Alexander
5 pieces of Game of Thrones history that paid off at the Battle of Winterfell5 pieces of Game of Thrones history that paid off at the Battle of Winterfell
Daenerys vs. Cersei: who has the resources to win the final game of thrones?Daenerys vs. Cersei: who has the resources to win the final game of thrones?
This cool video reimagines Game of Thrones’ title sequence in the style of WestworldThis cool video reimagines Game of Thrones’ title sequence in the style of Westworld
Game of Thrones Hope Chest: which character do you most need to see survive?Game of Thrones Hope Chest: which character do you most need to see survive?
Daenerys Targaryen’s final refuge might have very little to offerDaenerys Targaryen’s final refuge might have very little to offer
Why we’re hoping for a big body count in Game of Thrones and Avengers: EndgameWhy we’re hoping for a big body count in Game of Thrones and Avengers: Endgame
Why Arya Stark and Beric Dondarrion are frenemies on Game of ThronesWhy Arya Stark and Beric Dondarrion are frenemies on Game of Thrones
The fear of Daenerys Targaryen is setting up Game of Thrones’ final battleThe fear of Daenerys Targaryen is setting up Game of Thrones’ final battle
Game of Game of Thrones: season 8, episode 2, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

Featuring no deaths, some uncomfortable sex, and the worst flirting ever

Julia Alexander
Here’s why Sansa and Theon’s reunion was so emotionalHere’s why Sansa and Theon’s reunion was so emotional
Tormund Giantsbane’s ridiculous origin story is different in the Game of Thrones booksTormund Giantsbane’s ridiculous origin story is different in the Game of Thrones books
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms hints at Brienne’s fitting legacyA Knight of the Seven Kingdoms hints at Brienne’s fitting legacy
There’s a major flaw in Winterfell’s battle strategy on Game of ThronesThere’s a major flaw in Winterfell’s battle strategy on Game of Thrones
Game of Thrones Hope Chest: long odds and unlikely endingsGame of Thrones Hope Chest: long odds and unlikely endings
This weekend, watch Game of Thrones’ Lena Headey fight TerminatorsThis weekend, watch Game of Thrones’ Lena Headey fight Terminators
Under Chinese censorship, Game of Thrones becomes a mundane ‘medieval documentary’Under Chinese censorship, Game of Thrones becomes a mundane ‘medieval documentary’
HBO still doesn’t like Trump using Game of Thrones memes to promote himselfHBO still doesn’t like Trump using Game of Thrones memes to promote himself
HBO is teaching respect by putting Muppets on Game of Thrones and WestworldHBO is teaching respect by putting Muppets on Game of Thrones and Westworld
Here’s what it’s like when Game of Thrones’ Jason Momoa slaps you into the hospitalHere’s what it’s like when Game of Thrones’ Jason Momoa slaps you into the hospital
George Lucas helped direct Game of Thrones’ season 8 premiereGeorge Lucas helped direct Game of Thrones’ season 8 premiere
Game of Thrones’ season 8 premiere was pirated almost 55 million times in the first 24 hoursGame of Thrones’ season 8 premiere was pirated almost 55 million times in the first 24 hours
Game of Thrones’ season 8 premiere recalls key moments from the season 1 pilotGame of Thrones’ season 8 premiere recalls key moments from the season 1 pilot
The Night King’s eerie sigils on Game of Thrones could have a basis in mathThe Night King’s eerie sigils on Game of Thrones could have a basis in math
Westworld won’t return until 2020, HBO chiefs confirmWestworld won’t return until 2020, HBO chiefs confirm
What Arya’s new weapon could mean for Game of ThronesWhat Arya’s new weapon could mean for Game of Thrones
Game of Game of Thrones: season 8, episode 1, Winterfell

Starring Beric Dondarrion and his magic sword, and Sansa as MVP

Julia Alexander
An algorithm has predicted who’s most likely to die in Game of Thrones’ final seasonAn algorithm has predicted who’s most likely to die in Game of Thrones’ final season
In Game of Thrones, Jon Snow has to decide whether Daenerys is a worthy queenIn Game of Thrones, Jon Snow has to decide whether Daenerys is a worthy queen
The North’s history explains the current politics of Game of ThronesThe North’s history explains the current politics of Game of Thrones
Game of Thrones’ new opening credits sequence holds a lot of clues for this seasonGame of Thrones’ new opening credits sequence holds a lot of clues for this season
Game of Thrones: where to watch season 8 and how much it’ll costGame of Thrones: where to watch season 8 and how much it’ll cost
Game of Thrones Hope Chest: weirdest fan theoriesGame of Thrones Hope Chest: weirdest fan theories
This weekend, watch the Game of Thrones showrunners’ only other collaborationThis weekend, watch the Game of Thrones showrunners’ only other collaboration
How to get caught up on Game of Thrones — fastHow to get caught up on Game of Thrones — fast
Game of Game of Thrones season 8 preview: meet the Verge teams

It’s the final countdown to dragon supremacy

Julia Alexander
Game of Thrones is no longer a game of thronesGame of Thrones is no longer a game of thrones
Roku is now selling premium subscriptions for HBORoku is now selling premium subscriptions for HBO
English Heritage is posting watchers on Hadrian’s Wall before Game of Thrones returnsEnglish Heritage is posting watchers on Hadrian’s Wall before Game of Thrones returns
The world is still looking for the last of HBO’s hidden Iron ThronesThe world is still looking for the last of HBO’s hidden Iron Thrones

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