‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Episode 5’s Biggest Twist Is Why ‘Game of Thrones’ Happens

Note: This story contains spoilers from “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” Season 1, Episode 5.

Tragedy strikes in the final moments of “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” Episode 5. As Ser Duncan the Tall (Peter Claffey) recovers from the injuries he sustained fighting Aerion Targaryen (Finn Bennett), he is interrupted by the arrival of Prince Baelor Targaryen (Bertie Carvel). Dunk immediately kneels in front of Baelor, pledging his fealty to the heir to the Iron Throne. “I need good men, Ser Duncan.