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The literal translation of Valar Dohaeris is “All men must serve” Valar Dohaeris is in the High Valyrian language
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Not for the faint of heart
This refers to when King Joffery had Ned Stark, Arya’s father beheaded
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This particular quote is said to Theon Greyjoy when he is ordered to behead someone.
In the Iron Islands culture is heavily valued and the old traditional ways are highly regarded. So a mans worth was based on his skill as a raider so most men will not buy items but rather “pay the iron price” and strip it from those they have defeated in combat
Do you understand I'm no ordinary woman?
My dreams come true Snow Tha Product – Fire
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The intro is voiced by Daenerys. The verses following are from her perspective
Laid on the ground, now who wears the crown? Common – The Ladder
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Spoiler alert for people who haven’t seen the show
“The Red Wedding” was a notorious event and arguably the most memorable event of season 3 that took place in Game of Thrones. During the Red Wedding Rob Stark, his mother Catelyn Stark and over 3000 banner men were killed at a massacre disguised as a feast organized by Lord Walder Frey. Rob may have been king but is now lifeless which begs the question, who wears the crown?
Rob and his mother minutes before being slaughtered.
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Cupid is an ancient Roman god of love, romance and passion. Cupid is often depicted with his bow and quiver. It is believed anyone shot with Cupid’s arrow was inspired by uncontrollable love and desire. One arrow is more than often enough, two seals the deal.
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Plants or roses in this case usually need fertile land, sun and water to grow. However, Adil compares himself to a rose that grew from the concrete and therefore beating the odds
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Auschwitz is the infamous concentration camp where Jews were sent off to their deaths. Auschwitz was the largest concentration camp established and over 1.1 million people died at Auschwitz with the vast majority being Jews.
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Larry Holmes was a professional boxer and one of the attributes to describe boxers is reach and Holmes had an outstanding reach of 81 inches. Much like Larry’s, RA’s reach is impeccable.
We vikings, R.A. The Rugged Man (Ft. Akinyele) – What The Fuck
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Valhalla is a divine hall located within Asgard. It is the equivalent of paradise in Norse mythology. Soldiers or martyrs who die in battle will transcend to Valhalla and live their lives lavishy.
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