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Plots: Oldtown & The Citadel (spoilers)

October 9, 2013 | By History of Westeros
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2gooR3zU3dY

[row][column size=”1/2″]In this episode, Steve, Aziz & Ashaya discuss maesters, Oldtown, and House Hightower through A Dance with Dragons. Individual maesters, including Marwyn the Mage, are covered.[/column] [column size=”1/2″]The grey sheep have closed their eyes, but the mastiff sees the truth. Old powers waken. Shadows stir. An age of wonder and terror will soon be upon us, an age for gods and heroes.[/column][/row]
[column size=”1/1″ center=”yes”]The sphinx is the riddle, not the riddler.[/column]

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Dive deep into the shadowy machinations of Westeros’s learned elite in this episode dedicated to the Citadel and Oldtown! We unravel the tangled webs spun by maesters like Pycelle and Qyburn, exploring their potential conspiracies and hidden agendas. From the enigmatic Marwyn the Mage and the insightful Maester Aemon to the chilling whispers surrounding Jaqen H’ghar, we dissect key characters and their roles in shaping the fate of the Seven Kingdoms. Uncover the secrets of House Hightower and their influence, and hear our theories on the significance of Alleras the Sphinx and the mysterious workings of the Citadel itself. Get ready for a thrilling journey through A Dance with Dragons, filled with dragons, ravens, and enough intrigue to make even the most seasoned Game of Thrones fan gasp!

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