Shadowing Practice: (GoT) King Stannis Baratheon || The King Who Cared - Learn English Speaking with YouTube
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Ned! The king has no trueborn sons.
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Ned! The king has no trueborn sons.
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It's Robert.
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Joffrey and Tommen and Jaime Lannister's bastards.
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So when the king dies?
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The throne passes to his brother.
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You will sail to Dragonstone tonight.
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You will place this in the hand of Stannis Baratheon.
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Is this meant to be your shield Lord Stark?
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A piece of paper.
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Your son has no claim to the throne.
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Saving the Seven Kingdoms from Cersei and delivering them to Stannis?
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But the man giving Cersei sleepless nights is the king.
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The late king's brother.
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He is the rightful heir nothing can change that.
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Stannis Baratheon is Robert's true heir, the throne is his by right.
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We all know what Stannis is.
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He inspires no love or loyalty.
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He's not a king.
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I am. Renly is not the king.
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He's Robert's youngest brother.
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If Bran can't be lord of Winterfell before me, Renly can't be king before Stannis.
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The Iron Throne is mine.
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By right. All those that deny that to my foes.
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Tell me something...
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do you still believe good soldiers make good kings?
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No one wants you for their king.
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In the morning I'll destroy my brother's army.
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For the sake of the mother who bore us.
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I will give you this one night to reconsider.
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If they swear to follow me I'll pardon them.
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Strike your banners...
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and I will grant you your old seat in the council.
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It's a fair offer.
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I'll even name you my heir.
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More than fair.
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I admire you Ser Davos.
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I respect him.
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I thank you your grace.
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Pleased to hear it.
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If he gets what he wants....
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I expect he'll be a better ruler than the fools sitting on the Iron Throne the last 100 years.
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Stannis is a commander.
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I heard it was best to keep your enemies close.
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He's led men into war twice.
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Whoever said that didn't have many enemies.
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He has a larger army.
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He's the finest military commander in Westeros.
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Archers! Stand to!
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A betting man would put his money on Stannis.
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You believe your king can win?
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Salladhor Saan will join our fleet.
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Knock! Thirty ships.
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He's the one true king.
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Draw! And you feel your blood...
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gives you a claim...
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...on our gold?
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More than any man living.
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Kings Landing will fall an hour after Stannis lands his force.
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The Baratheons say...
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...'Ours is the fury'.
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I will show them ...
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fury burns.
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My enemies have made my kingdom bleed.
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Prepare to land.
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I will not forget that.
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This war has just begun.
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I will not forgive that.
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They're coming ashore!
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It will last for years.
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Rain fire on them.
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Hundreds will die.
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Thousands will die at your command.
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Thousands. If I do not press my claim... To the Mud Gate ...my claim will be forgotten...
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To the gates!
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...i will not become a page in someone else's history book!
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Joffrey... Renly...
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Robb Stark...
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...they're all thieves.
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Get the ladders up!
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They'll bend the knee or I'll destroy them.
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Kneel and live.
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You will sweep aside this pretender and that one.
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No! Usurper Robb Stark.
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Usurper Robb Stark is dead.
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Usurper Balon Greyjoy.
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You're a literary man now...
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...what do you make of that?
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Usurper Joffrey Baratheon.
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Joffrey. You will be king.
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This is Stannis Baratheon...
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...the one true king of the seven kingdoms.
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There is only one true king.
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There's only one reliable leader left in Westeros.
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And his name is Stannis.
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Stannis! Oh...
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...fuck me.
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Come with me and take this city!
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*Crowd cheers* Stand and fight!
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The battle is over...
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Stand and fight! Don't move!
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...we have won!
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Noooooo! You said you saw my victory in the flames?
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*Sighs* But Stannis never gives up.
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Never. He will regroup.
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He's a broken man.
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You mustn't despair...
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...your claim is true, you will be victorious.
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I believed that once.
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You will sit on the Iron Throne...
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but first there must be sacrifices.
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She's going to kill him.
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Sacrifice him.
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Mother said you fought in a battle...
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did you win?
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Have you ever slaughtered a lamb my king?
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you could have freed me yesterday...
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...or tomorrow.
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No. But you came to me now before this boy is put to the knife because...
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...you knew I'd counsel restraint.
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You've slaughtered many lambs?
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You came to hear me say it because you believe it yourself.
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And none have seen the blade.
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What is the life of one bastard boy against a kingdom?
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What's one bastard boy...
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...against a kingdom?
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Everything.
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Mance Rayder marches on the wall with an army of a hundred thousand.
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How many fighting men remain loyal to you?
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We can't defend the gate against a hundred thousand men.
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Four thousand.
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We had fourty-four ravens at last count ?
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Your grace...
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...you are the rightful king.
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Every one of them flies tonight.
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Not only by blood...
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We need help.
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...you're an honorable man.
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A just man.
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It's from Maester Aemon of the Night's Watch.
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And there is still a war to fight.
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Their lord commander is dead.
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Took a ranging party north and never made it back.
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Come brothers now, fight with me!
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One lad did though.
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You're Samwell Tarly?
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What he saw...
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...beyond the wall...
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...it's coming...
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...for all of us!
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The night's watch is the only thing standing between the realm...
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...and what lies beyond.
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The Wildlings are over the walls.
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I am the sword in the darkness.
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I am the watcher on the walls.
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The castle won't stand much longer!
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I am the shield...
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...that guards the realms of men.
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The shield that guards the realms of men.
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That's what you swore to be.
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You attacking us!?!
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No it's like you said we don't have the men.
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*STANNIS! STANNIS! STANNIS!* He's got the birthright.
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The king is...
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...a complicated man.
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He's in his prime.
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But he want's to do what's right...
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...for the seven kingdoms.
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When winter does come...
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He's a tried and tested battle commander.
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...gods help us all if we're not ready!
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And he doesn't just talk about paying people back...
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...he does it!
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I wish you good fortune...
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...in the wars to come.
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Your grace.
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If my father had seen the things that I've seen...
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...he'd also tell you to burn the dead before nightfall.
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I saw a vision in the flames.
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All of them.
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A great battle in the snow.
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Do you see my king?
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I saw it. Winter is coming.
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It's time. I know it.
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We march on Winterfell within the fortnight.
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The north is larger than the other six kingdoms combined...
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You know who rules at Winterfell now?
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...and I am the Warden of the North.
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Roose Bolton.
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...the North is mine.
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The traitor who plunged in dagger in Robb Stark's heart.
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The Lannisters send their regards.
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Don't you want to avenge him?
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We can't defend the north from the walkers...
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...and the south from the Boltons.
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I shall take back the north from the thieves who stole it.
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Tywin Lannister is dead he can't protect them now.
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Stannis Baratheon has an army at Castle Black As long as the Boltons rule the North...
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He means to take the North.
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...the north will suffer.
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I'm giving you a chance to avenge your family.
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You think highly of this boy.
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To take back the castle where you grew up.
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He sees something in you.
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All my life I wanted to be Jon Stark...
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...but i have to refuse you.
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Who came to your aid?
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Stannis! Now he needs you.
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I asked her to commit her house to my cause that's her response.
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The answer is no.
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You never wanted any friends brother.
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And where were those lords when Storms End starved.
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The Stormcrows rode off last night.
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All we have to do is wait for them to freeze.
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Our scouts report that Stannis Baratheon rides for Winterfell.
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He's a respected commander.
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Starve. His troops are loyal...
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...and battle tested.
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You're Grace.
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We're running out of food...
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...we can't open the supply line until the snow clears.
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His army is out there now...
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...suffering in the snow.
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But winter is coming.
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Winter is coming.
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We know what's coming with it.
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Those aren't just the Stark words...
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I've seen it your grace.
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...that's a fact.
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Seen what? The army of the dead.
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Death marches on the Wall.
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And when they come.
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We have to know how to fight them.
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Only you can stop them.
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Keep reading Samwell Tarly.
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You can't stop them alone.
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Once he liberates these lands from the Boltons...
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As long as the Boltons hold Windterfell the north is divided...
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...he'll rally your father's bannermen to his cause.
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The king! ...and a divided North won't stand a chance...
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...against the Night King.
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Unless there's a thaw...
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...we can't press forward to Winterfell...
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...and we don't have enough food to get us back to Castle Black.
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If we march back to Castle Black.
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We're not returning to Castle Black.
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We winter at Castle Black.
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And who can say how many years...
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...this winter will last.
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How many boys live in Westeros?
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If you had to choose...
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How many girls?
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How many men?
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How many women?
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Between Rhaenyra...
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...and... ...Aegon.
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The darkness will devour them all she says...
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...the night that never ends.
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Who would you've chosen?
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Unless I triumph!
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in every man's life.
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Sometimes a person has to choose.
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You must become king before the long night begins.
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...there comes a day when it is not easy...
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Sometimes...
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Only you can lead the living against the dead.
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...the world forces his hand.
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...a day when he must choose.
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Our scouts tell us he's got no more than six thousand men.
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If we don't act we'll all starve here.
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All your life has led us to this moment...
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All of us. ...to this decision.
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She's my daughter!
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It's a good thing.
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A great thing.
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Get out. If a man knows...
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Stannis Baratheon...
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...what he is...
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...warrior of light.
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...and remains true to himself.
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For the night is dark and full of terror.
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Lord of light protect us...
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Your grace.
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Please... ...father!
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...for the night is dark and full of terrors.
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Father please.
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Tell me. The choice is no choice at all.
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All sellswords with all the horses.
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This is the right time...
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...and i will risk everything.
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Stannis Baratheon is coming...
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...his whole army.
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Trench here.
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Because if i don't...
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Siege begins at sunrise.
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...we've lost.
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There's not going to be a siege your grace.
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Now. Cavalry!
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Charge! Where is your god?
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He must fulfil his destiny.
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Inside you.
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However much he may hate it.
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We've got no chance!
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We march to victory...
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...or... ...we march...
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...to defeat.
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But we go forward...
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...only forward.
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You will betray the man serving you.
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At least let me take Shireen!
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You will betray your family.
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Don't do this!
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You will betray everything you once held dear.
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You are the princess Shireen of house Baratheon...
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I'm the princess Shireen of house Baratheon...
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...and you are my daughter.
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...and I'm your daughter.
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And it will all be worth it.
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Forgive me.
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I loved that girl...
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like she was my own.
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Mother help!
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She was good...
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...she was kind...
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Mother help!
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...and you killed her!
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Help!!! So did her father.
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So did her mother.
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Her own blood knew it was the only way.
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The only way for what?
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They all died anyway!
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I made you something princess.
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Why? You must have faith.
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Faith? You will receive what is yours by right.
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You are the one god's champion...
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You told everyone stannis was the one...
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...you had him believe in it all of them fooled.
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...and the finest man i've ever known.
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Selyse. ...and you lied!
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I didn't lie!
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The great victory I saw in the flames...
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...all of it was a lie.
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I was wrong.
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Stannis? i'll be gone for a few days princess...
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Shireen? ...I want to hear all about the Dance of Dragons when I'm back.
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The princess?
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You'll read it yourself.
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Aye... ...you were wrong.
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When the battle comes...
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...promise you'll protect me.
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I promise. How many died...
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...because you were wrong.
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I should have given you son.
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Not your fault.
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Cut her down.
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You're abandoning me.
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I will never abandon you.
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Your grace.
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The Lady Melisandre was just seen riding out of camp.
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I didn't want to be a lord.
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I nearly didn't accept it.
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Why did you?
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I did it for my son...
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I'm sorry about your son.
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Your grace.
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I'm sorry about your brother your grace.
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I wanted him to have a better life.
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Didn't get the chance to tell you before.
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We were forgotten...
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Robert... ...and Ned Stark, they were the heroes.
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And I declare upon the honour of my house...
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... that my beloved brother Robert left...
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He wasn't my beloved brother.
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I never loved my brothers.
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I didn't love him.
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Robert told me to hold Storms End so I held it.
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He didn't love me.
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But now I'm the rightful king by every law of Westeros.
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You were the brother I chose.
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And when I sit the iron throne you'll be my hand.
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You want to avenge your king...
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Your grace...
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Follow! I pray I serve you well.
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...don't you.
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Fewer. Pardon.
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Less enemies for us.
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*Cheers* Fewer.
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Fewer. What?
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What? Anymore!
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You master of grammar now too?
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Nothing. I loved the man.
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Every man on Storms End wanted to kiss you that night.
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I was relieved they did not.
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He lifted me up and made me something.
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I expect you'll be the first crabber's son to wear the badge.
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I was king's guard to Renly Baratheon.
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Can that truly be you?
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He has your blood in his veins.
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Who else might it be.
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So did Renly, You murdered him?
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I murdered my brother!
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With blood magic.
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We murdered him.
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Would you believe...
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He wasn't your brother.
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...I loved him once.
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I did. Hard truths cut both ways Ser Davos.
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Shireen? Are you ashamed of me father?
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Father! Every one advised me to send you to the ruins of Valyria...
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...to live out your short life with the stonemen.
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You must keep away from such distractions.
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She's my daughter!
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I told them all to go to hell.
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She's my daughter.
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I called in every maester on this side of the world.
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You will not strike her.
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...because you did not belong across the world with a bloody stonemen.
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You're not a man who slaughters innocents...
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...for gain or glory.
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I'm not here to slaughter beat dogs...
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...their fate depends on their king.
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You saved us from Mance Rayder's army...
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Have a safe journey you grace...
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...we will never forget that.
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...and thank you.
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I thought he was the man to lead us through the long night.
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A good act does not wash out the bad.
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...but I was wrong just like you, Nor a bad the good.
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I never asked for this...
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...no more than i asked to be king...
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...we do not choose our destiny.
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Do you have any last words?
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It's alright father.
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But we must do our duty no?
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Go on do your duty.
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Great or small we must do our duty.
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Context & Background
The excerpt from the video featuring Stannis Baratheon presents a pivotal moment in the quest for the Iron Throne in the world of Westeros. This dialogue captures a power struggle that highlights the complexities of kingship and loyalty. Stannis, portrayed as a determined and strategic military leader, emphasizes his rightful claim to the throne as the true heir to his brother Robert Baratheon. His interactions with other characters reveal his struggles to gain support and loyalty, underscoring the themes of legitimacy and authority in leadership. For English learners, understanding such narratives enhances vocabulary, contextual comprehension, and conversational skills.
Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication
- "The Iron Throne is mine. By right." - A strong assertion about personal claims or possessions.
- "I will grant you your old seat in the council." - This illustrates negotiation and offering positions in a group.
- "Strike your banners. It's a fair offer." - Used to rally support, this phrase can apply to business or teamwork contexts.
- "You believe your king can win?" - A challenge to confidence, useful in debates and discussions.
- "I respect him. I thank you, your grace." - This shows politeness and formal acknowledgment in communication.
Step-by-step Shadowing Guide
To improve your speaking skills using the shadowing technique with this video, follow these steps:
- Listen Intently: Start by watching the video once without subtitles to get a feel for the tone and rhythm of Stannis's speech.
- Use a Shadowing App: Employ a shadowing app that allows you to play the segments of the video repeatedly, focusing on small snippets of dialogue.
- Repetition is Key: Repeat each phrase out loud, mimicking the intonation and pacing of Stannis. This will help you grasp the nuances of the English language.
- Record Yourself: As you shadow, record your voice. Playback the recording to self-assess your pronunciation and fluency against the original.
- Engage in IELTS Speaking Practice: Incorporate the phrases you learned into your daily conversations or practice sessions, allowing you to become more comfortable using them in different contexts.
Regular practice using the shadow speech technique will improve not only your spoken English but also increase your confidence in real-world situations. By integrating the vocabulary and phrases from this video into your speech, you can enhance your communication skills effectively.
What is the Shadowing Technique?
Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.
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