Eight Years Later: Game of Thrones Contest
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To Kill a Protagonist
The first story I ever wrote was about a young girl who walked through a magical door and found herself in a fantastical new world. Since I was seven I have been a storyteller, a lover of intrigue, dynamics, and possibility. I found solace first in the books by Lloyd Alexander, then in Wilbur Smith. My love of fantasy and Sci-Fi even led me to study creative writing in university.
Kassandra DickPublished 5 years ago in GeeksHow 'Game of Thrones' Enriched My Love for Writing, Music, and Travel
I wasn’t a fan of Game of Thrones (GoT) from the word go. In fact, I only got seriously invested in the HBO fantasy saga from season seven in 2017. By then, the production values were exquisite and the narrative a tad faster. I was also intrigued that it took seven seasons for the two main characters, Daenerys Targaryen and Jon Snow, to finally meet.
Marguerita TanPublished 5 years ago in GeeksNot Just a TV Show: The Astonishing Impact of 'GoT' on My Life
Game of Thrones first aired in 2011, and although I did not start watching it until late 2015, it has still had a profound effect on my life, which I did not realise until I started thinking about this article. Although it is more in the background of my life, making small ripples rather than big waves in terms of impact, reflecting on the role of Game of Thrones in my life has really shown me that, in a way, it is more than a television show. It is a community, a conversation starter, a way to connect, and it is a valuable asset to take people away from everyday life and transport them to a magical world with fantastic characters. In this article, I will expand on four of the reasons I think GoT has impacted my life.
Meghan McKennaPublished 5 years ago in GeeksHow I Met Lady Kara of House Tully
Game of Thrones is one of those shows that has encapsulated folks across the world, from all walks of life. I got into the show a season or two into its run, and some of my friends shortly after. I’ve had friends tell me their reactions to various scenes, like my friend Ser Brandon who threatened to quit the show after the Red Wedding. Other friends didn’t care for it and have stated their reasons for not watching and wear it like a badge of honor—like Bry, who said he refrained from the program because of his religious beliefs, much to the annoyance of Ser Brandon and myself.
Initiated: My Journey to Find the Beginning of 'Game of Thrones'
Never mind the coffee cup or Jaime's hand. Dismiss any flub that may have occurred associated with this show. This missive is not about those minor events. The major draw, the very crux of the show, is the lives and thoughts of the characters that people Game of Thrones (GoT). It took just the first episode for me to identify and observe what the monumental series has to offer. The truth is, I’ve never been a fan of the show just as I am not of any person, team, or other entity. I can say that I do appreciate the exchanges of power and critique the taboo subjects like incest. As the show unraveled before my eyes, a tinge of excitement like a surge of electricity coursed through my being. I was more than hooked. I found a gem of a television series that has motivated me ever since.
Skyler SaundersPublished 5 years ago in GeeksIn the Midst of My Long Night
I was packing up my notepad and pencil case when Reuben nudged me with his elbow. “I brought something for you.” “Yeah?” I made sure my water bottle wouldn’t leak, and shoved it in my rucksack. “What is it?”
Charlotte WilliamsPublished 5 years ago in GeeksMy Song of Ice and Fire
All of my friends know that I am the Game of Thrones chick. I mean, I'm not special. Everyone likes the show. But, for me, it has meant something else, and I've referred to it, at times, as "the closest thing I'll ever have to a religion."
The Love of Knowledge, Life, and Wine: My Time with 'Game of Thrones'
I had heard about Game of Thrones for years, but had never wanted to watch it. I think it may have been due to just wanting to be a malcontent, to go against the popular crowd. It's a stupid thing to do, for the most part: you're just depriving yourself of some good quality entertainment.
Ismael SantosPublished 5 years ago in GeeksHow 'Game of Thrones' Changed My Life
Towards the end of my first semester in college as a freshman, I was very confused. I didn't care much for the university I was attending, and I felt as though everything I've heard about the "college experience," how most people say it was the best years of their lives, was a lie. To put it plainly, I hated my first semester of college. I was homesick, I didn't know what career path I wanted to pursue; I was a mess. Then one day, a few of my friends texted me, and asked if I wanted to come over to their room, and watch this new show they had just started called Game of Thrones. We had all heard of the show before, whether it be through the books the show was adapted from, family, social media, or whatnot. They had already binge-watched the first season within two days, yet they were so eager to introduce this show to me, and knew that I'd decide to give it a chance, considering I don't watch very many TV shows. Little did I know that before I sat down, and watched that first episode, I was making one of the best decisions of my life.
Zachary ThomsenPublished 5 years ago in GeeksNot Today
Arya Starks mantra in Game of Thrones, when asked, “What do we say to the god of death?” is to reply, “Not today.” From the time I was thirteen months old, I wasn’t supposed to survive. I have a hole in my heart, a condition called tetralogy of fallot. I grew up always knowing I was different. Most other kids didn’t have to go for routine checkups once a year to get their heart monitored, or even know what a cardiologist was. By the time I was twenty-five, I had to have my valve replaced. I was lucky, and got a less invasive surgery with an experimental trial called, The Melody Valve. But during the months leading up to it, and the time surrounding it, I was at a complete loss. Weirdly, what got me through was watching other people’s messy lives. Game of Thrones being one of the things that got me through. Arya was this determined little girl with brown hair who was a bit of an outsider, much like me, constantly compared to her older, prettier sister, much like myself. My own sister spent her high school career modeling on the weekends, and I was holed up writing Harry Potter fanfiction, and watching Gilmore Girls before it was cool, while memorizing Taylor Swift lyrics with no love life of my own.
Cambria CovellPublished 5 years ago in GeeksLittle Bird
Dialogue in movies or television can seem fairly boring to most people. People love the action and special effects. As a writer, I love the words. Great dialogue between characters with rich histories is what keeps me interested in what I'm watching.
Tricia MoorePublished 5 years ago in GeeksHow 'Game of Thrones' Changed My Life
In the interest of those who have not seen the show nor have read George R.R. Martin’s novels, I will keep this spoiler free. There are still a lot of things in the Game of Thrones franchise that I don’t know or have forgotten with the sheer size of the work.
Chloe GilholyPublished 5 years ago in Geeks