Dead Or Alive: Game of Thrones Season 5 Precap

Are you ready for season 5 of Game of Thrones? Did your favorite characters fall in season 4 or did they live to fight another day?

Dead Or Alive: Game of Thrones Season 5 Precap

Before you test your "Game of Thrones" knowledge with a Brainfall quiz, let's jog your memory with a recap of Season 5, proving to be as complex as the Westerosi lineage. Picture yourself back in the world of power plays and dragon fire, where unexpected deaths are as common as Tyrion finding a new tavern to frequent.

Season 5 threw you into the thick of it, with shockers like Jon Snow's betrayal and Daenerys's flight on the back of her dragon, Drogon. You watched Arya's sight fade in Braavos, Sansa's trials in Winterfell, and Cersei's infamous Walk of Shame. It was a rollercoaster that made the Wall seem like a mere speed bump.

Are you ready to recall the intricate web of storylines and see where you land amongst the masterminds of Westeros? Keep your friends close, but your trivia answers closer; it's time to see if you can claim the Iron Throne of knowledge.

Dramatis Personae: The Players of the Game

Before you challenge yourself with the quiz, it's important to refresh your memory on the movers and shakers of Westeros and beyond. Keep in mind, alliances shift like the fickle winds of The Narrow Sea, and what you thought you knew may now be as outdated as last season's fashions in King's Landing.

Starks and Their Companions

At Winterfell, the home fires burn somberly for the scattered Starks. Sansa Stark, no longer a naive girl, begins to weave her own plot threads. Then there's Jon Snow, the brooding Lord Commander holed up at Castle Black; an enigmatic figure with parentage as cloudy as a Westerosi forecast. Alongside him, Sam and Gilly navigate the icy politics of the Night's Watch, with more on their plate than just surviving the cold.

• Sansa Stark (Lady of Winterfell, learning the ropes)
• Jon Snow (Lord Commander, knows nothing... or does he?)
• Sam (Scholarly brother, best friend to Jon)
• Gilly (Wildling, mother, and Sam's love interest)

Lannisters and Their Affiliates

Over in the Lannister camp, the lion's den of Westeros, Cersei deals with the loss of Tywin with the grace of a drunken direwolf. Meanwhile, Tyrion Lannister sets sail for new horizons, his wit as sharp as Valyrian steel. His brother, Jaime Lannister, faces the burdens of legacy and the losses that come with it, including his daughter Myrcella Baratheon's stay in sunny but perilous Dorne.

• Cersei Lannister (Queen Mother, wine enthusiast)
• Tyrion Lannister (Strategic exile, never short of wisdom)
• Jaime Lannister (Golden hand, silver tongue)
• Myrcella Baratheon (Lannister-blond in Dorne, as safe as a Stark at a wedding)

Targaryens and Allies

Across the Narrow Sea, Daenerys stirs the pot in Braavos alongside her band of faithful: Jorah, Missandei, Grey Worm, and more. Though Ser Jorah's allegiance may be as mottled as his skin condition. Let's not forget the charming Daario, who never met a fight or a flirt he didn't fancy. Together, they're a motley crew aiming to rule with justice and occasional dragons.

• Daenerys (Mother of Dragons, breaker of chains, collector of titles)
• Jorah (Bear of an ex-knight, with loyalty issues)
• Missandei (Advisor, polyglot par excellence)
• Grey Worm (Unsullied Leader, man of few words)
• Daario (Mercenary with a heart of gold, maybe)

Others of Note

Not to be omitted are Stannis Baratheon and his entourage, featuring Davos the honorable onion knight and Melisandre, who brings new meaning to 'fiery redhead'. And then there's Ramsay Bolton with Reek (formerly known as Theon) who are redefining 'family values' in the North. Brienne of Tarth stands tall, ever the embodiment of chivalry searching for a Stark lass to protect. Finally, lest we forget Arya, honing her skills in the arts of face-changing and revenge.

• Stannis Baratheon (Stoic claimant to the throne, not a fan of cold weather)
• Davos (Smuggling wisdom in high seas of politics)
• Melisandre (Red Priestess, do not invite to beach bonfires)
• Ramsay Bolton (Sadist supreme, wishes you a 'bloody' good day)
• Reek/Theon (Depressed former prince, needs new Reek-habilitation)
• Brienne of Tarth (Oathkeeper, literal and figuratively)
• Arya (Masked avenger in training, aspiring name-crosser-offer)

Now, with a head full of Westerosi who's who, you're armed and ready for that quiz on Brainfall. May the old gods and the new guide your hand!

The Grand Scheme: Plots and Power Plays

Get ready to recount the cunning plots and intense power struggles that defined the shifting landscape of Westeros and beyond in Season 5 of 'Game of Thrones.' You'll have to keep your friends close and your enemies closer if you hope to keep up with the twists and turns.

Northern Tensions

Winterfell is under the control of the vile Ramsay Bolton, which means nothing but trouble. Your beloved Sansa Stark finds herself in a treacherous marriage to him, and things look rather grim. Meanwhile, Theon, also known as Reek, grapples with his loyalty and a chance at redemption amidst the snowy backdrop that's also teeming with White Walkers - talk about being stuck between a rock and a cold, hard place.

Dorne's Dispute

In Dorne, things are heating up faster than you can say "Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken." One word: Myrcella. Her betrothal to Trystane Martell causes quite the stir, especially with Jaime and Bronn sneaking around. Ellaria Sand and the Sand Snakes aren't exactly rolling out the welcome mat, each with their eye on a different prize – vengeance or power, it's a toss-up that'll have you shook.

Eastern Excursions

Oh, Daenerys, even as far off as Meereen, your quest for power has kinks. The Sons of the Harpy are slicing through your reign, and let's not forget the flying, fiery wildcard, Drogon. As Jorah Mormont deals with his own afflictions, keep an eye out for Valyria – it's not just a place for a casual Sunday sail.

King's Landing Conundrums

King's Landing is like a pot that’s been left on the stove too long, ready to boil over. Cersei’s scheming introduces us to the religious zest of the High Sparrow, creating new tensions in the capital. With Margaery Tyrell and Loras in the Faith Militant's grip, even Queen Cersei discovers that the Lannisters aren't the only lions in the city.

Arya's Assassination Adventures

Arya's determined to check names off her hit list, but you know, in a cheeky, face-swapping way. Under Jaqen H'ghar's cryptic guidance at the House of Black and White, she's dipping her toes into the world of the Faceless Men in Braavos. It's a killer vacation from Westeros, but she's about to learn the hard way that being "No One" isn't a walk in the park, even if it's perfect for a particular Brainfall quiz.

Remember, knowing the intricacies of these power plays might just be the edge you need to ace that quiz. Keep your eyes peeled and your wit sharp!