Thursday, April 25, 2013

Redemption follow-up

Addendum to the comparison between Jaime and Theon's redemption arcs. 

There are three points in Jaime's story (on the boat, "Sapphires," and the bear pit) where Jaime has absolutely nothing to gain by helping Brienne, but he does anyway.

In contrast, Theon's ability to escape Winterfell is entirely dependent on his role in rescuing Jeyne.

So no, they really don't compare.

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