Rank 7: The Mountain and the Viper
- Season: 4
- Episode: 8
- Rating: 9.7/10
The focus of the episode is one of the most spectacular duels in the entire series. Oberyn Martell faces the hulking Gregor Clegane to take revenge for the rape and murder of his sister. The fight initially seems balanced. While “The Mountain” is significantly stronger, Oberyn fights cleverly with his spear. In blind rage, determined to get a confession from Gregor, Oberyn becomes careless. His opponent overpowers him and crushes Oberyn’s skull with bare hands.
Additionally, Daenerys learns the truth about Ser Jorah in this episode. She is shocked to realize that Jorah once spied on her and subsequently banishes him.
Fun Fact: Littlefinger indirectly predicts three significant deaths of the season in this episode. He says people would die at the dinner table (Joffrey), in their beds (Shae), or on their chamber pots (Tywin).
