A Song of Ice and Fire: Killing Bran Part 2

Summary

This video dives deep into the mystery surrounding the attempted assassination of Bran Stark in 'Game of Thrones.' It scrutinizes Tyrion and Jaime Lannister's logic in suspecting Joffrey, despite the inconsistencies in their reasoning. The discussion then explores alternative culprits, including Littlefinger and Mance Rayder, offering plausible motives and opportunities. The analysis questions the narrative's coherence, suggesting that the real mastermind behind the attack may be someone unexpected. The video concludes with an invitation to explore more mysteries related to the Night's Watch in future episodes.

Takeaways

• 🔍 Tyrion's logic in implicating Joffrey for the attack on Bran is flawed and contradictory.
• 🗡️ Both Jaime and Cersei also consider Joffrey as a suspect, but their reasoning lacks concrete evidence and is based on assumptions.
• 🤔 Cersei's mention of Robert's possible involvement appears suspicious and could be an attempt to misdirect Jaime.
• 👀 Jaime initially suspects Cersei but shifts the blame to Joffrey, highlighting the inconsistencies in their logic.
• 🐺 The author of the video suggests that Tyrion's scene points more to the Hound, and Jaime's scene points more to Cersei as potential culprits.
• 🧩 The use of Littlefinger's dagger in the attempted assassination is considered too convenient, raising doubts about the simplicity of the explanation.
• 🕵️ Littlefinger's agent and Mance Rayder are both considered possible suspects with motives and the means to carry out the attack on Bran.
• 🛡️ The theory of Littlefinger's involvement is supported by his desire to create conflict between the Starks and Lannisters.
• 🏔️ Mance Rayder's journey to Winterfell and his possible motive for causing chaos in the South are explored as reasons for his involvement.
• ⚔️ The video concludes that the provided explanation involving Joffrey is weak and that alternative theories involving Littlefinger or Mance Rayder are more plausible.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the video script?

The video script focuses on analyzing the mystery of who sent the catspaw to kill Bran Stark in 'Game of Thrones' and breaks down the different characters' logic and potential motives, including Tyrion, Jaime, Cersei, and others.

Why does Tyrion believe Joffrey is responsible for the catspaw attack on Bran?

Tyrion's belief in Joffrey's guilt is based on flawed logic, including the assumption that Joffrey both knew and didn't know about Valyrian steel, and that Joffrey made certain statements he never actually made. However, Tyrion's reasoning is shown to lack merit.

What is Jaime's conclusion regarding who sent the catspaw, and how does Cersei influence this?

Jaime, with Cersei's influence, eventually concludes that Joffrey sent the catspaw. Cersei provides a motive related to Robert Baratheon, which Jaime initially questions but ultimately leads him to suspect Joffrey, despite the lack of direct evidence.

How does the script critique the logic used by Tyrion and Jaime to implicate Joffrey?

The script critiques Tyrion's logic as inconsistent and unsubstantiated, and notes that Jaime's reasoning, while better, is also flawed. It highlights that both characters come to the same conclusion about Joffrey despite using opposing logic, which raises doubts about the validity of their conclusions.

What alternative culprits are suggested in the script, and why?

The script suggests two alternative culprits: Littlefinger and Mance Rayder. Littlefinger is implicated due to his potential motive to create a Stark-Lannister feud, while Mance Rayder is considered because he was in Winterfell at the time and might have seen killing Bran as an act of mercy.

What role does Littlefinger's unnamed agent play in the theory about the catspaw attack?

Littlefinger's unnamed agent is suggested as a possible culprit, as this agent was in Winterfell at the time and could have hired the catspaw to attack Bran, thus furthering Littlefinger's goal of causing conflict between the Starks and Lannisters.

Why is Mance Rayder considered a suspect in the catspaw attack?

Mance Rayder is considered a suspect because he was secretly in Winterfell during the time of the attack and had a possible motive to create turmoil in the south and weaken Winterfell. His wildling background also makes him more likely to view killing Bran as an act of mercy.

How does the script address the issue of the Valyrian steel dagger used in the attack?

The script questions why anyone, including Joffrey, would use a Valyrian steel dagger that could be traced back to them, suggesting that this choice makes little sense and adds to the mystery of who truly sent the catspaw.

What are some of the logical inconsistencies pointed out in the script regarding the investigation into the catspaw attack?

The script points out inconsistencies such as Tyrion's contradictory thoughts on Joffrey's knowledge of Valyrian steel, Cersei's dubious recollection of conversations, and the implausibility of certain characters' actions, all of which raise doubts about the conclusions drawn by the characters.

What does the script ultimately suggest about the true identity of the person who sent the catspaw?

The script suggests that the true identity of the person who sent the catspaw remains unresolved, with multiple plausible theories but no definitive answer. It raises the possibility that the author of 'Game of Thrones' may have intentionally left the narrative open for further exploration or to create doubt among close readers.