Game of Thrones season 8 premiere reactions and surprises

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Not that surprising

1. Arya and Jon’s reunion was everything.
Jon was arguably closest to his youngest sister growing up, so it’s no surprise that their reunion was touching. It echoed their last meeting when Jon gave Arya Needle, and he seemed impressed that she still had it. I also loved her reunion with Gendry, which he called her “my lady,” and she said, “don’t call me that.” It’s a very similar exchange from when Gendry finds out who she really is back in season 2. I sure hope they get together!

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2. Jon rides a dragon.
Not only did the King of the North ride a dragon — hilariously, might I add — he rode the dragon named after his father, Rhaegal.

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3. Varys, Davos, and Tyrion think Daenerys and Jon should marry.
Guys, you’re actually late to the party, because everyone else thinks they should marry, too.

4. Theon saves Yara.
The fact that Theon saves Yara isn’t that surprising. But I didn’t expect it to happen so early in the season and without much fight. I also thought Theon would die saving her.

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5. Sansa hates Daenerys.
We all knew Sansa wasn’t going to love some girl coming into her home and taking over. We also knew that Sansa was going to be pissed Jon bent the knee to Daenerys, especially because it may have been out of love instead of to save the north.