The end is nigh in more ways than one in the preview and stills for Game of Thrones season 4, episode 10.
Let’s not mince words: Ye olde poop shall hit ye older fan when Game of Thrones season 4, episode 10 airs on Sunday night. The season finale episode, titled “The Children,” will run a whopping 66 minutes long, and promises to end more than one plotline with a serious bang.
In addition to displaying the vast number of characters needing resolution in the finale, the preview for “The Children” reminds us of a few things we may have forgotten existed.
You know, like Bran and the Reeds, Mance Rayder, and Daenery’s dragons.
The preview spreads its focus across several characters, offering cryptic updates on Bran’s journey to find the Three-Eyed Raven, the perpetually enraged Lannister siblings, and a new challenge for Arya and the Hound. It is also evident that the battle for the Wall is far from over, and that Dany may face further difficult developments in Mereen.
And also, as mentioned: Dragons.
The promotional stills for Game of Thrones season 4, episode 10, courtesy of Winter Is Coming, compose an appropriately gloomy palate. In addition to Dany’s troubles, it certainly looks like change is coming for two of the surviving Stark children.
The official synopsis for “The Children” hints at a brisk pace for the season finale.
An unexpected arrival north of the Wall changes circumstances. Dany is forced to face harsh realities. Bran learns more of his destiny. Tyrion sees the truth of his situation.
Is Tyrion’s number finally up? Will Bran learn to fly? What’s next in the North? And just what kind of crazy cliffhanger can we expect for this season? Share your (spoiler-free) thoughts below!
Game of Thrones season 4, episode 10, “The Children,” will air on Sunday, June 15 at 9:00 p.m. on HBO.