Rank 4: Hardhome
- Season: 5
- Episode: 8
- Rating: 9.8/10
In the episode “Hardhome,” a great battle against the White Walkers and their wights occurs at the namesake location. Jon first meets with the elders of the wildlings to form an alliance for the coming winter. The endeavor shows initial success when the undead suddenly appear and a brutal battle ensues. Jon and many of the wildlings manage to flee on their ships. However, many are also left behind and become part of the undead army.
It is the first major battle against the White Walkers and feels just that epic. Over the course of five seasons, the deadly threat from the North has been built up, about to finally demonstrate its full power.
Another significant moment occurs in Meereen. There, Tyrion Lannister allies with Daenerys to serve her as an advisor from now on.
Fun Fact: Originally, the battle in Hardhome was supposed to be much smaller. When the plans were changed at the last minute, a problem arose. In Iceland, where the scenes beyond the Wall were usually filmed, it was already too cold. Therefore, the entire set, including buildings and the 5-meter-high palisade, had to be artificially reconstructed.
