HBO, the producer of the Game of Thrones television series based on George RR Martin’s best-selling books, is ensuring captive viewers for its latest season. Synopses for episodes five through seven have been released even as George RR Martin’s characters set out in directions not foreseen by their creator.

Events thus far: Jon Snow is indeed alive and on a quest for vengeance; Arya has regained her eyesight; Daenerys burns the khals to the ground; Littlefinger is back with his schemes. What’s next in the only television series on everybody’s minds these days?
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The teaser of the episode ‘The Door.

In episode five, titled The Door, Tyrion seeks an ally, Bran has further visions, and Arya gets a chance to prove herself. The legend of Azor Ahai is revealed.

There is also a second Red Woman in town, Kinvara. She doesn’t get along with the original priestess Melisandre, but she might have Tyrion’s ear.

Are Bran and the Three-Eyed Raven looking on at the Children of the Forest?

In the sixth episode, titled Blood of My Blood, Arya is faced with further challenges, while Jaime and the High Sparrow take each other on. In episode seven, titled The Broken Man, the High Sparrow plots away, while Arya makes a plan.

For those who have been falling behind, here is a clip from the fourth episode titled Book of the Stranger, in which Jon Snow reunites with Sansa.

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The Stark reunion.

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