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HeroDelTiempo17 posted...

But maybe you're right. Maybe this is all a ruse by Martin. He's using the criticism of the show to make drastic changes to his books, and that's why they haven't been released yet!

I was making this argument to some friends a couple weeks ago, specifically regarding the Hold The Door reveal, which is still by far the stupidest nonsense the show has ever done.

Let's say you're GRRM and you have been writing this epic book series for 20 years that you put your entire life into. It is your entire identity and your most precious creation in your entire life. 20 years ago, you wrote an amazing backstory for Hodor. You have been waiting 20 years to finally reveal it to everyone. All the tiny hints and breadcrumbs you left behind will finally mean something. It's a culmination of your entire life.

And then these dumbass TV show people come around and they want to reveal what Hodor means, before you can, and take all the credit for themselves. Hodor isn't yours anymore, he is theirs. 20 years down the drain.

So then, do you tell them what Hodor really means? Or do you tell them some stupid garbage you shat out in 30 seconds that will satisfy TV watchers, and keep the good stuff for yourself?

This concept can extend to much of the show's writing.
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