Hey there, fellow Westerosi enthusiasts! Today, we're diving deep into the mind-boggling world of "what ifs" as we ponder a scenario that would make even the Night King raise an icy eyebrow. What if our brooding hero, Jon Snow, hadn't returned from the dead? Grab some popcorn because we're about to explore the possibilities of a Jon Snow-less Game of Thrones!
The Battle of the Bastards:
Well, to start, this would literally not have even been the Battle of the Bastards without Jon Snow. Maybe The Bolton Beatdown? Or Duel of the Disastrous Divorce? Battle names aside, I still think that House Stark would have been restored as the ruling house of the North without our favorite brooding hero. It’s likely that Sansa would've convinced Brienne, after escaping with Theon, to trust Littlefinger enough to get Arryn's forces to fight for the Starks and put Sansa in power in Winterfell.
Daenerys and Jon's Family Reunion:
Ah, the simmering chemistry between our beloved Daenerys Targaryen and Jon Snow. But without Jon's resurrection, their paths never cross. Daenerys continues her conquest, unleashing her dragons upon King's Landing. We'll never witness the captivating "Aunt Dany" reveal, the dragons bending the knee, or the possibility of Dany having a #Jonerys baby. Say what you will about their romance, but you can't deny that they were a pretty unstoppable duo when it came to taking down Cersei and her army. Without Jon, Dany may have been forced to rely on Tyrion’s battle strategies.
The Fall of the Night's Watch:
Jon Snow's assassination sent shockwaves through the Night's Watch. Without his resurrection, his plans to unite the realms of men against the White Walkers crumble like a stale Winterfell pastry. The Night's Watch remains fragmented, barely holding the Wall against the ever-advancing army of the dead. As for Samwell Tarly, well, he's left with a broken bromance.
Tormound: Wildling Leader:
On a lighter note, the absence of Jon Snow could have given Tormund Giantsbane a chance to truly shine as the wildling leader. The charismatic and bear-loving warrior would have charmed his way into our hearts, regaling us with tales of his adventures beyond the Wall. Who knows, maybe Tormund would have snagged himself a spin-off series titled "Tormund's Tall Tales." We can dream, right?
And there you have it - my take on what would have happened if Jon Snow never came back from the dead in Game of Thrones. Let's raise our glasses of Dornish wine and toast to the "what ifs" that make us appreciate this intricate story woven by George R.R. Martin. Whether Jon Snow lived or died, we'll always cherish the rollercoaster ride of emotions that ASOIAF and Game of Thrones delivered. Valar Morghulis, my friends!
Disclaimer: This playful blog post is a work of fiction and should not be taken as a serious analysis of the Game of Thrones series. We're just having a bit of fun in the realm of what-ifs and fan theories. Enjoy!
