6. The Old Gods And The - New

: A violent riot breaks out in Flea Bottom as the royal family returns from seeing Myrcella off to Dorne . Joffrey’s inability to control the starving crowd leads to several deaths and the near-rape of Sansa Stark.

: An animistic religion practiced by the Children of the Forest and now primarily by Northerners and Wildlings. Worship centers on sacred weirwood trees with carved faces, which act as the eyes of the gods . 6. The Old Gods and the New

: Theon Greyjoy seizes Winterfell, a move intended to prove his loyalty to House Greyjoy , but he immediately struggles with the ruthlessness required . This is exemplified by his botched, messy execution of Ser Rodrik Cassel. : A violent riot breaks out in Flea

: Arya Stark narrowly avoids recognition by Petyr Baelish and is forced to use her second death wish from Jaqen H'ghar to kill Amory Lorch before he can expose her. Thematic Significance: Religion in Westeros Worship centers on sacred weirwood trees with carved