A true knight always finishes a story, says Ser Arlan of Pennytree in a memory of Duncan. And that has essentially been the gist of the entire season of what has been an amazing addition to the universe of Game of Thrones. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is, in a lot of ways, an ending to the story, but at the same time, it manages to set up what is going to be probably the most exciting tale from the seven kingdoms. I know I missed out on the review for probably the greatest TV episode of all time, but like a true knight of the seven kingdoms, I am here to finish the story. 

Firstly, I must salute the sheer dedication of the show’s creators for including a humiliating yet very humanizing element in each of the episodes so far. Whether it is someone taking a shit, vomiting, or Lyonel Baratheon peeing on the banks of Cockleswhent River, the show is quick to remind us to lower our grand expectations. Proving that, although this is a show set in the Game of Thrones universe, it is at its core a story of more grounded characters. 

Right off the bat, the episode jumps right into the aftermath of the big episode 5 ending, the one that has Breaking Bad fans up in arms. Following the death of Baelor Targaryen, the people are either mourning or appear largely unfazed by the loss of their prince. Lyonel Baratheon is already trying to woo Dunk into joining him at Storm’s End, offering him a life of excitement and joy, and by doing that, ensuring he himself has some fun with him. Also, if you are as big a nerd as I am, you also heard the mention of Tarth and immediately thought bout Lady Brienne.

We also see Raymun Fossoway leading a new and different life, after marrying Red, following his manly showdown with his cousin at the trial of the seven. What is really interesting to see is that you can already sense the hatred for Targaryens rising among the people of Westeros. And it is not just the common folk, but also the lords of some of the prestigious but smaller houses. I do not need to tell any self-respecting Game of Thrones fan what future event is fueled by all this. 

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We see the entire Targaryen family mourn the loss of their leader. We see Valarr Targaryen weep at the fact that his father died in his armour, Maekar holding himself guilty for the fact that he landed the fatal blow to his brother, who killed him. And we also see Dunk blame himself for causing this tragedy and have Baelor fight and die for him. 

One of my favorite parts of the episode was the conversation between Maekar and Dunk, where they both highlight their roles in Baelor’s death. And you can sense the disgust the dragon-blooded prince feels for the hedge knight. Yet, he has to swallow his pride for his son Aegon, or as we lovingly call him, Egg, of course, spying on this entire conversation. 

It was truly heartbreaking to see Dunk reject the idea of having Egg as his squire, but I was kind of expecting it as well. I mean, didn't that family just put you through one of the worst weeks of your entire life, and I am saying that after seeing what Dunk has already gone through in the last episode’s flashback. But to witness Egg call Dunk “not the knight he thought he was”, that was truly the final nail in the coffin.

Dunk does eventually come back to take Egg in as his squire, but he comes with the condition that they will not live or train at Summerhall, as per Maekar’s desire, but roam the lands of the Seven Kingdoms. As has been proven many times earlier, what Dunk lacks in intelligence, he makes up for in terms of his determination. But as expected, his idea gets rejected. 

Now, everybody give me some space as I put on a show with my happy dance. Why, you ask? Well, because my favorite neigh-puppy, Sweetfoot, finally returns to the screen! Although the return is short, it features her being an absolute sweetheart with Dunk, eating an apple, and securing a life at the apple orchards of Raymun Fossoway. Sure, we will miss her on the road, but at least now I know that she is living an amazing life. 

Towards the end of the episode, Dunk rejects the plans to follow his new friend Lyonel Baratheon to Storm’s End. With little idea about where he would be going next, Dunk sets up his horses, nails a penny to the tree, and sets out on his new adventure as a hedge knight. But to all of our happiness, Egg, who informs him that his father allowed him to squire for him and join him on his journey, stops him. What else do you need from this duo? Two amazing lads riding horses, a literal kid having all the knowledge they will need to move through the world, and the big hunk who has the strength to nerf an elephant if the need arises, probably. 

The post-credit scene hints at a dire conflict, one involving the young boy, Egg, eloping with Dunk. He leaves his father screaming and shouting in an effort to search for him, but you know what, I have had enough problems that I am worried about; this one can wait for at least a year, or until the new season of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms arrives.

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