As we approach the halfway point for 2016, which has been a truly banner year indeed, there have been a couple of subjects that have been dominating the Internet, and should continue to do so in the coming days. The 2016 Presidential Election, and Season 6 of "Game of Thrones," and they are more related than one would think.
I mean let’s face it. This election has been an absolute circus, as are the lengths the characters of Westeros would go through to have control of a rather uncomfortable, yet cool looking chair in "Game of Thrones." The American people have been torn between all of these, so-called “terrible,” and “unlikable” candidates throughout the election season, which poses the question: if all these candidates, particularly the final two, are so awful, then how are they getting all these votes? Maybe we’re the problem, but that’s a discussion for another time.
Anyway, a while back I wrote an article comparing the potential nominees to Game of Thrones characters, and it’s easy to see the similarities in the two situations. I mean we already have the unlikable and rapidly aging blonde woman whose mere presence can give anybody the heebie-jeebies (a real Cersei Lannister type) in Hillary Clinton, going against an overly wealthy man who doesn’t give his inheritance nearly the credit it deserves, who thinks he can say and do whatever he feels (a hybrid of Tywin Lannister and King Joffrey) in Donald Trump. (Bernie you’ve been a hoot and seem like a nice guy, but it might be time to hang up the cleats on this one. Sorry to upset all those college voters) So when you think about it, we’re basically a couple of magic priests/priestesses, a few looming dragons and a giant wall protecting us from the threat of "foreign invaders" away from actually being Westeros. Plus, if a certain someone gets his way, the latter may become a reality anyway. (LOL)
But, if choosing from one of these two heirs to the Oval Throne at the House of White is too difficult for everybody, let’s see what would happen if we decided the way difficult verdicts are decided on "Game of Thrones:" an election by combat.
Since I’m not privy to the great warriors of America, (unless they’re in Golden State) we’ll choose the respective candidate’s champions using "Game of Thrones" characters. Donald Trump prides himself on his wealth, and his self-proclaimed ability to surround himself with “the best people.” He would be a natural ally to the Lannisters. Be that as it may, he’ll have to choose their best fighter in Ser Gregor Clegane, aka the Mountain to do his bidding.
Hillary might have a tougher time finding a champion; similar to how she’ll probably struggle finding a VP candidate. There is also the assumption that people aren’t ready for a woman president. She would need someone incredibly loyal to be her champion. In "Game of Thrones," Brienne of Tarth’s dream growing up was always to be a knight, as opposed to a common lady, which is something that many in Westeros are under the assumption that their country isn't ready for. She would no doubt be behind Hillary’s cause, as evident by her loyalty to Catlyn Stark.
So there you have it. The Mountain vs. Brienne of Tarth representing Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, respectively in head to head combat to decide the 45th president of these United States of America. While this is a dream match, it’s also one that’s too close to call, which is why I will choose not to do so. Besides, I don’t want people to think I’m attaching myself to one candidate by declaring a winner, and crying out that I’m biased. You all believe what you want. I’m simply here to enjoy the fight, and to hold the door.
