Game of Thrones season 5 episode 10 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Stannis Baratheon marches on Winterfell after half his army deserts, but is defeated and executed by Brienne of Tarth for Renly's murder. At the Wall, Sam requests to become a maester, while Jon Snow is betrayed and stabbed by his own men. Arya Stark kills Meryn Trant in Braavos but is punished with blindness. Cersei Lannister endures a humiliating atonement in King's Landing. Daenerys Targaryen, stranded, encounters a Dothraki horde. Tyrion Lannister is left in charge of Meereen as Jorah and Daario search for Daenerys.
Full Episode S05E10 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What decision does Stannis Baratheon make at the beginning of the episode?
Stannis decides to march towards Winterfell, encouraged by Melisandre's prophecy.
Why does Stannis face a setback in his camp?
Nearly half of his men desert, including all the sellswords and horses.
What does Samwell Tarly request from Jon Snow?
Sam requests to be sent to Oldtown to train as a maester.
How does Brienne of Tarth confront Stannis Baratheon?
Brienne finds a wounded Stannis and executes him for Renly Baratheon's murder.
What significant action does Arya Stark take in Braavos?
Arya kills Meryn Trant, defying the rules of the Faceless Men.
What punishment does Cersei Lannister face for her confessed sins?
Cersei undergoes a walk of atonement through King's Landing.
Where is Daenerys Targaryen at the end of the episode?
Daenerys is stranded and encounters a Dothraki horde.
What new role is Tyrion Lannister assigned?
Tyrion is left to govern Meereen with Varys.
Who go in search of Daenerys Targaryen?
Jorah Mormont and Daario Naharis set out to find her.
What tragic event occurs to Jon Snow at the end of the episode?
Jon Snow is betrayed and stabbed by his own men, including Olly, at the Wall.