Game of Thrones season 4 episode 10 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In "Game of Thrones" S4E10, "The Children," Jon Snow negotiates with Mance Rayder, offering the wildlings safe passage through the Wall. Their talk is interrupted by Stannis Baratheon's arrival. In King's Landing, Cersei defies Tywin's marriage plans for her and reveals her incestuous relationship with Jaime. Tyrion, freed by Jaime, kills Shae and Tywin before fleeing the city with Varys. Arya encounters Brienne, who fights The Hound. Arya leaves him to die and boards a ship to Braavos. Bran reaches the Three-Eyed Raven, learning he'll never walk again but will "fly."

Full Episode S04E10 Recap

### Negotiation at the Wildling Camp - **Jon Snow meets Mance Rayder**: Jon, in a black cloak, enters the wildling camp to negotiate. Mance expresses both disappointment and respect for Jon's loyalty to the Night's Watch and the deception involving Qhorin Halfhand. - **Discussion about Ygritte**: Mance and Jon drink to Ygritte's memory. Mance reveals that he is aware of the Night's Watch's depleted resources. - **Mance's Proposal**: Mance proposes a bargain - the wildlings will not attack Castle Black if the Night's Watch allows them to pass through the Wall. He stresses the need for shelter from the coming winter and the White Walkers. ### Arrival of Stannis Baratheon - **Stannis Interrupts**: As the negotiation continues, Stannis Baratheon and his forces arrive, surprising everyone. Mance refuses to kneel to Stannis, emphasizing the free folk's customs. - **Jon's Identity Revealed**: Jon reveals his identity to Stannis and advises him to burn the bodies of the dead to prevent them from turning into wights. ### King's Landing: The Dying Mountain - **Gregor Clegane's Condition**: In King's Landing, Gregor "The Mountain" Clegane suffers from manticore venom. Qyburn, a former maester, offers to try a risky treatment to save him. - **Cersei's Defiance**: Cersei Lannister refuses her father Tywin's orders to marry Loras Tyrell, threatening to reveal her incestuous relationship with Jaime if forced. ### Brienne Encounters Arya and The Hound - **Brienne Meets Arya**: Brienne of Tarth, accompanied by Podrick, stumbles upon Arya Stark and Sandor "The Hound" Clegane. Recognizing Arya, Brienne tries to persuade her to come along for protection. - **Fight Between Brienne and The Hound**: A fight ensues between Brienne and The Hound, with Arya escaping during the scuffle. ### Bran's Journey Beyond the Wall - **Bran Reaches the Three-Eyed Raven**: Bran Stark, accompanied by Meera, Jojen, and Hodor, reaches his destination. They are attacked by wights, and Jojen is killed. A mysterious child helps them escape to a cave where the Three-Eyed Raven awaits. - **The Three-Eyed Raven's Revelation**: The Three-Eyed Raven, a mystical figure, tells Bran he will never walk again, but he will fly. ### Tyrion's Escape and Revenge - **Tyrion's Escape**: Jaime Lannister frees Tyrion from his cell, facilitating his escape with Varys' help. - **Tyrion Confronts Tywin**: Before leaving, Tyrion finds Shae in Tywin's bed and kills her. He then confronts Tywin in the privy and kills him with a crossbow. - **Tyrion's Departure**: Tyrion escapes King's Landing with Varys, who realizes the gravity of the situation and accompanies him. ### Arya's Departure to Braavos - **Arya's New Path**: Arya Stark finds passage on a ship bound for Braavos, using the coin given to her by Jaqen H'ghar and the phrase "Valar Morghulis."

Frequently Asked Questions

What was Jon Snow's mission in the wildling camp?

Jon Snow was sent to negotiate with Mance Rayder.

Did Mance Rayder trust Jon Snow?

Mance was initially hopeful of Jon's loyalty, but he knew Jon's true allegiance was with the Night's Watch.

What was Mance Rayder's proposal to Jon Snow?

Mance proposed that the wildlings be allowed to pass through the Wall in exchange for not attacking Castle Black.

Who interrupted Jon Snow and Mance Rayder's negotiation?

Stannis Baratheon and his forces interrupted the negotiation.

What was the condition of Gregor Clegane in King's Landing?

Gregor Clegane was suffering from manticore venom poisoning.

Who offered to treat Gregor Clegane?

Qyburn, a former maester, offered to treat Gregor Clegane.

What did Cersei Lannister threaten to do if forced to marry Loras Tyrell?

Cersei threatened to reveal her incestuous relationship with Jaime Lannister.

Who did Brienne of Tarth encounter and fight with?

Brienne encountered and fought with Sandor "The Hound" Clegane.

Where did Bran Stark and his group finally arrive?

They arrived at the cave of the Three-Eyed Raven.

What did the Three-Eyed Raven tell Bran Stark?

He told Bran that he would never walk again, but he would fly.

How did Tyrion Lannister escape?

Jaime Lannister freed Tyrion, and Varys helped him escape King's Landing.

Who did Tyrion Lannister kill before escaping?

Tyrion killed Shae and his father, Tywin Lannister.

How did Arya Stark find passage to Braavos?

Arya used the coin given to her by Jaqen H'ghar and the phrase "Valar Morghulis" to secure passage on a ship.

What was the relationship between Arya Stark and The Hound?

Arya was traveling with The Hound, who was both a protector and captor.

Who is the Three-Eyed Raven?

The Three-Eyed Raven is a mystical figure connected to the old gods and the greenseers.

Game of Thrones season 4 episode 10

The Children