La riche cité de Qarth & les Nonmourants - Géographie GAME OF THRONES

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21 Feb 202209:45

Summary

TLDRThe video script delves into the mysterious city of Qarth, a pivotal location in Daenerys Targaryen's journey in 'Game of Thrones.' Qarth, with its rich history and diverse architecture, is governed by oligarchs and powerful guilds, including merchants and assassins. It's a city of commerce and magic, where Daenerys encounters the enigmatic 'Warlocks of Qarth' and experiences hallucinations that challenge her conquest ambitions. The script paints a vivid picture of Qarth's unique culture and its role in the broader narrative of the series.

Takeaways

  • 🌍 The continent of Essos is described as the cradle of humanity and a crossroads of civilizations, with vast, unknown borders.
  • 🏰 The city of Qarth, a mysterious place, briefly hosts Daenerys Targaryen during her quest for the Iron Throne.
  • 🏺 The Qartheen people are ancient, having settled in powerful city-states along the southeastern coast of Essos before the arrival of the First Men.
  • 🔥 Qarth has a rich history of warfare, including conflicts with the Rhoynar and the Dothraki, leading to the destruction of many Qartheen cities.
  • 🛳️ Qarth transitioned from a monarchy to an oligarchy and is now governed by a council of merchant guilds, including the Thirteen, the Tourmaline Brotherhood, and the Spice Merchants.
  • 🏰 The city is protected by three massive walls adorned with intricate designs and materials, symbolizing the city's wealth and power.
  • 🌆 Inside the walls, Qarth boasts a diverse and complex architecture, including a grand bazaar, terraced gardens, and monumental buildings.
  • 💼 The economy of Qarth is thriving, with trade in luxury goods such as silks, tiger skins, jade, and rare spices, as well as a famous liqueur known worldwide.
  • 👥 The Qartheen people are known for their pale skin and distinctive fashion, with a culture that values luxury and status.
  • 🔮 The Warlocks of Qarth, known for their magical powers and knowledge, reside in the House of the Undying, a place of mystery and rumored magic.
  • 🐉 Daenerys Targaryen's visit to the House of the Undying results in a series of hallucinations and prophetic visions, ultimately leading to her liberation by her dragon.

Q & A

  • What is the significance of the continent of Essos in the context of the script?

    -Essos is described as the cradle of humanity and a crossroads of civilizations, with unknown borders and a place of dark legends. It plays a significant role as a setting for the adventures and quests in the narrative.

  • Who are the Cathay and what is their historical context in Westeros?

    -The Cathay are an ancient people who appeared during the Dawn Age, predating the arrival of the First Men on the continent of Westeros. They established a network of powerful city-states along the southeastern coast of the Jade Sea.

  • How did the Dothraki impact the Cathay and their cities?

    -The Dothraki, with their swift conquests during the Century of Blood, defeated the Cathay and destroyed their cities, leaving only Qarth to preserve the memory of this people.

  • What strategic advantage did Qarth gain that led to its commercial prosperity?

    -Qarth turned away from the Red Waste and focused on maritime trade, controlling the region of the Jade Gates, which made it a strong commercial city known worldwide.

  • How is the governance of Qarth structured, and who are the main ruling bodies?

    -Qarth is governed by an oligarchy, directed by oligarchs from several great guilds: the Thirteen, the Tourmaline Brotherhood, the Spicers' Guild, the Shadow Company, and the Assassins' Guild.

  • What is the architectural splendor of Qarth like, and what are its notable features?

    -Qarth is protected by three great walls with intricate sculptures and is home to tall, colorful buildings with varied and complex architecture, including a grand bazaar, terraces, towers, fountains, and the iconic Horse Gate at the port.

  • What are the key exports of Qarth, and how does its economy contribute to its reputation?

    -Qarth exports luxury goods such as silk, tiger skins, jade, saffron, and dragonglass, contributing to its reputation for wealth and refinement.

  • How do the Qartheen people dress, and what are their distinctive fashion choices?

    -The Qartheen have distinctive fashion choices: pale-skinned, richly dressed in tailored clothes, with women traditionally baring one breast and men wearing silk robes. Children are often naked with their bodies painted in bright colors.

  • What is the significance of the 'Hotel of the Dying' in Qarth, and what happens to Daenerys Targaryen there?

    -The 'Hotel of the Dying' is a place where the Warlocks of Qarth practice their magic. Daenerys Targaryen visits it seeking answers for her conquest plans and experiences disturbing hallucinations before being freed by her dragon's fire.

  • What is the role of the 'Shadow of the Evening' drink in the Warlocks' practices, and what are its effects?

    -The 'Shadow of the Evening' is a drink with a putrid odor that opens the magical perception of those who consume it. It is believed to be a source of the Warlocks' long life, and its taste is said to change based on the consumer's experiences.

  • How do the 'Nameless Ones' operate, and what is their connection to Daenerys Targaryen's story?

    -The 'Nameless Ones' are the true Warlocks who feed on the unfortunates who come to them. They are connected to Daenerys Targaryen's story as they capture her dragons in a trap and are later involved in orchestrating her assassination.

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