Pirate, man in his 40’s to late 50’s. He’s “an infamous pirate who has terrorized seas all around the world. Cunning, ruthless, with a touch of madness.”
He’s a dangerous-looking man. A very good part this season.
We’d heard unconfirmed rumors that Theon’s uncle Euron Greyjoy would be appearing in season 6, and this sounds like him, more than his brother Victarion.
Next up is the one I’m personally most excited about:
Father. Aged 50’s to 60’s, he’s one of the greatest soldiers in Westeros- a humorless martinet, severe and intimidating. He demands martial discipline in the field and in his home. It’s described as “a very good part” for next year and that he’s “centrally involved” in a protagonist’s storyline.
This is a clear description of Randyll Tarly, Sam’s abusive father and the famous soldier mentioned by Stannis Baratheon this a couple episodes ago. Some had guessed the discussion might mean we’re seeing him next year, and they were right.
The next three characters appear to be linked to this storyline- most likely Sam’s mother, brother Dickon and one of his sisters. All have the same comment about being centrally involved in a protagonist’s storyline.
Mother, in her 50’s. She’s a sweet, plump, and adoring mother, and has a soft spot for one of her children who benefits from her decency.
Sister, in her early 20s. She’s a kind, friendly and unpretentious woman.
Brother, in his early to mid-20’s . Athletic, a good hunter, an excellent swordsman, manly, not particularly bright but the favourite child of the father.
Next up:
Priest, in his 40’s or 50’s. A gruff ex-soldier who found religion. Now a no-nonsense rural priest who ministers to the poor of the countryside. He’s salt-of-the-earth man who has weathered many battles.
Sounds like Septon Meribald, although it’s a little surprising we’d see him next year instead of this year. If it is him, that hints at someone surviving the season.
A few more roles:
Leading Actress, in her early 40’s, she’s an elegant actress with a traveling theatre company. Fun, charismatic, rum-drinking actress in the troupe.
Priestess. Mid-20’s to early 30’s. Any ethnicity- she’s beautiful, intense, and magnetic.
Fierce Warrior, a tall man in 30’s or 40’s with a powerful physique. They’re looking for someone with “mixed ethnicity” for the role.
They’re also searching for a trio of young boys with very specific descriptions. My instinct says another flashback- perhaps this time via the weirwood network?
A large boy, with an actor who is 10-12 but playing 7 or 8. He’s described as “a clever boy” who seems too large for his age. He’s big and tall but not fat. “Characterful squat features” are a plus for this part. it’s specified that this is a one-time appearance.
12 year old boy, with brown hair and blue eyes. He needs to use a Northern accent. He has scenes where he has to spar with a wooden sword.
The length of the role isn’t specified.
7 year old boy with dark brown hair, a narrow face and green eyes. He also has a Northern accent. He also spars with the wooden sword, so it’s safe to assume it’s the same scene. This role is similarly open-ended, the description only stating that the character is being ‘introduced.’
It’s worth noting that Sean Bean has green eyes, so if this is for a flashback role, the write-up would be a good fit for a child Ned.
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are book spoilers ok here? i thought this meant show spoilers
but anyway, i guess they're going through with the Oldtown sutff - meet the Tarlys! plus arya's mercy chapter and Bran's visions. This could work, but i'm not sure.
But how does Septon Meribald fits here exactly?
-- Edited by Dolan on Tuesday 26th of May 2015 12:33:44 PM
are book spoilers ok here? i thought this meant show spoilers
but anyway, i guess they're going through with the Oldtown sutff - meet the Tarlys! plus arya's mercy chapter and Bran's visions. This could work, but i'm not sure.
But how does Septon Meribald fits here exactly?
-- Edited by Dolan on Tuesday 26th of May 2015 12:33:44 PM
Arya visits the Quiet Isle?
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Also, am i the only one who doesn't really care that Elrond Greyjoy has been cast?
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Excellent choice Ry! He'd Al Swearangen the crap out of the Small Council. I think that They'll go with less known names this time. I don't know why, just a feeling.
-- Edited by TormundsWoman on Tuesday 26th of May 2015 05:14:49 PM
Interesting speculation as to what storylines they'll consolidate next season seeing as the Greyjoys are back in town. I believe that Euron the pirate hires a FM in Braavos (we know who THAT is) to make short work of Balon Greyjoy. That's how Arya comes back to Westeros if you ask me in the show. And meanwhile he's attacking the Reach where Sam and Gilly are bound to go.
Yeah they're probably going with actors we never heard of for these characters, they're probably small roles anyways.
I just wish Mr. Eko wouldn't be casted in such a small role.
Yeah they're probably going with actors we never heard of for these characters, they're probably small roles anyways. I just wish Mr. Eko wouldn't be casted in such a small role.
He should have been Moqorro. No one else would have done.
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Yeah they're probably going with actors we never heard of for these characters, they're probably small roles anyways. I just wish Mr. Eko wouldn't be casted in such a small role.
He should have been Moqorro. No one else would have done.
I agree with this, well except for maybe using the world's sexiest Englishman Idris Elba.
Ha! At least we get one Greyjoy bro, I'm happy. Even tho I was hoping for Victarion and Euron is a bore of a character, the show could definitely make him interesting.
I just don't see what's all the fuss about Euron attacking Oldtown. It'll be a new location and one quite hard to get viewers into, especially if we only have Sam and Gilly there. But I suppose there is a lot of potential to develop that area if they bring more of Dorne and The Tyrells into the mix.
I came for the 'pook' and stayed for the speculation. :)
Something I'd forgotten until contemplating the priestess - wasn't it mentioned somewhere that there are R'hllor worshippers in Oldtown? Hmmm. Darkstar and an Arya mentor came to mind for the other two unknowns. Someone has to teach her how to dress up and apply makeup and all that girly stuff. :(
Yeah but that is why it is WRONG. Why not Stephen Fry then??? If Randall Tarly resembles Sam in body mass then it wouldnt make sense. I picture a tough hard as rock in shape sexy beast. Like Clive Mantel or Ian McShane.
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And in far better shape than 68 year old Cox, however both are medium height. I am just partial to having Albert Swearengen in GoT. Clive would be better suited. I can see Clive besting Mark Addy.
-- Edited by Rygar on Wednesday 27th of May 2015 10:01:24 AM
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Who will play Septon Maribald? I know I rip on book 4 a lot, but I have to admit his "Broken Man" monologue has to be one of the most memorable passages in the book...if not the series.
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"Robert was never the same after he put on that crown. Some men are like swords, made for fighting. Hang them up and they go to rust.” -DN
12 year old boy, with brown hair and blue eyes. He needs to use a Northern accent. He has scenes where he has to spar with a wooden sword.
The length of the role isn’t specified.
7 year old boy with dark brown hair, a narrow face and green eyes. He also has a Northern accent. He also spars with the wooden sword, so it’s safe to assume it’s the same scene. This role is similarly open-ended, the description only stating that the character is being ‘introduced.’
It’s worth noting that Sean Bean has green eyes, so if this is for a flashback role, the write-up would be a good fit for a child Ned.
I don't know about the color of the eyes, but if they're doing the flashback with the little Starks sparring, then wouldn't it be possible that we're looking at Ned and Benjen (narrow face seems to be more his description than Ned's), and not necessarily Ned and Brandon?
BTW, Wasn't there a scene with Lyanna and Benjen fighting with sticks, in one of Bran's visions?
Who will play Septon Maribald? I know I rip on book 4 a lot, but I have to admit his "Broken Man" monologue has to be one of the most memorable passages in the book...if not the series.
He was with BriPod for a while in the books, a pretty fun character overall. He had that speech Don linked which was one of the best written scenes in AFFC.
He was with BriPod for a while in the books, a pretty fun character overall. He had that speech Don linked which was one of the best written scenes in AFFC.
Yaas!
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