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The discussion also touches upon how the Game of Thrones series diverged from its source material, with many feeling betrayed by the show's rushed and unsatisfying conclusion. The panelists analyze how deviations, such as the Night King’s storyline, Daenerys's descent, and the ending with Bran as king, might serve modern political symbolism rather than maintaining narrative integrity.
They argue that the original A Song of Ice and Fire books, if finished faithfully, could still deliver complex plots with meaningful resolutions—like the return of Lady Stoneheart or Jon Snow's possible turn as the Knight King—yet are unlikely to be realized due to Martin’s hesitance or neglect.