Quincy Abeyie wrote:
Can't disagree with you there, although there's so many theories about this show that most outcomes will be deemed predictable. For example, plenty of people ptedicted that Arya somehow faked being stabbed or Cleganebowl, which doesn't seem to happen now. Both of those things would be called predictable if they happened.
The finer details might be up for grabs, but the way the story generally moves has been pretty predictable, along with most of the flaws in the format and storytelling. One of the biggest problems with Game of Thrones is that it keeps to a few big themes that were already explored thoroughly early on, and it gives it a sense of being stuck in repeat mode with characters and storylines running into more cul de sacs than Abou Diaby on a football field.
These last two seasons should have been more than enough to round off the story and draw it to its conclusion. Instead they've slowed everything down to a halt, and that's a serious problem for a show where great characters keep dying and interesting storylines end. It's in line with Martin's view on the nature of history, but it doesn't make for engaging drama. Everything that has happened since Tyrion and Arya got on their respective ship to Essos has been a complete waste of time.
