Leaked Episodes [**Read Mod Warning - Post 1**]

MrWalsh

So should we make a start on the episode threads then?

Liam O

Given the end of episode 4 I'd be sceptical of this being a big publicity stunt as it has the only real cliffhanger ending of the 4.

csallmighty

Is there going to be an episode 1-4 discussion thread any time soon? Lots to talk about.

PressRun

Would it be better to have separate threads for the different episodes rather than putting 1-4 in one thread since not everyone is going to be caught up at the same time? I'm sure there are people who are going to wait for the episodes to be shown on television who would also want to take part in the discussion.

Kaizersoze81

Liam O wrote: »

Given the end of episode 4 I'd be sceptical of this being a big publicity stunt as it has the only real cliffhanger ending of the 4.

Would you mind posting spoilers please.. FFS

Liam O

Kaizersoze81 wrote: »

Would you mind posting spoilers please.. FFS

I don't mind actually, I should have told you about the phone call that Cersei made at 4am to Daenarys while off her head on coke talking about being Jon Snows mother.

GerB40

PressRun wrote: »

I've watched two of the new episodes. Absolutely no problems whatsoever with the quality. I don't understand why anyone would be complaining on that front.

After about five minutes it's not even an issue, I've seen the four episodes and the only thing that reminded me that I wasn't watchin them on tv was the banner that kept popping advertising the website. I can only imagine the people giving out about the quality are too young to remember video tapes..

GottaGetGatt

Can a mod Verify whether we are allowed to discuss openly what happened in the 4 episodes ?

GerB40

GottaGetGatt wrote: »

Can a mod Verify whether we are allowed to discuss openly what happened in the 4 episodes ?

Start a thread with a warning in the title that the first four episodes will be discussed..

Essien

GerB40 wrote: »

Start a thread with a warning in the title that the first four episodes will be discussed..

Should be 4 individual threads no?

Each episode will get a thread eventually, and people will catch up at various times.

MrWalsh

Essien wrote: »

Should be 4 individual threads no?

Each episode will get a thread eventually, and people will catch up at various times.

Yes, I agree with this.

GerB40

Essien wrote: »

Should be 4 individual threads no?

Each episode will get a thread eventually, and people will catch up at various times.

I'd imagine anyone who saw the episodes would have seen all four but there's no way of knowing that. I'm mad to discuss them too but I don't mind waiting until they've aired to do so.

The_Valeyard

thelibertyboy wrote: »

i wonder who did it ?

Find out in season 6

shruikan2553

Could always throw up the 4 threads and anyone who has seen all 4 can discuss in thread 4 about what has happened if it applies to the series so far in general..

Mickeroo

Essien wrote: »

Should be 4 individual threads no?

Each episode will get a thread eventually, and people will catch up at various times.

Makes more sense to do all 4 in one surely, anyone who downloads them will likely watch them all, anyone who wants to wait for better versions or watch them on TV can then start individual threads as each one airs?

MrWalsh

GerB40 wrote: »

I'd imagine anyone who saw the episodes would have seen all four but there's no way of knowing that. I'm mad to discuss them too but I don't mind waiting until they've aired to do so.

I simply wouldn't have the time to binge watch all at once so will watch over the course of the next week or so.

I'd barely have time for even an hour of tv most nights so there would be no chance of me settling in for a marathon watch of 4 episodes.

Essien

GerB40 wrote: »

I'd imagine anyone who saw the episodes would have seen all four but there's no way of knowing that. I'm mad to discuss them too but I don't mind waiting until they've aired to do so.

Well just for the sake of the forum, we'd be duplicating conversations. By this time tomorrow there will be an episode 1 thread for example.

In any case, Im dying to discuss it!

ibFoxer

Mr.S wrote: »

I have a HBO Go account too, so i'm guilt free!

Off topic, but out of curiosity do you pay for this via US itunes credit?

Lenin Skynard

It's not really a spoiler, more of a light observation but I'll spoiler tag it anyway. Littlefinger's

accent has shifted even more. He's become more Irish than even Aidan Gillen's own accent. If he drifts any further, he's going to sound like Darby O'Gill!

ct5amr2ig1nfhp

Why the fudge don't HBO just release the episodes online as PPV service? Something like 5-10 EUR an episode. 5 for SD, 10 for HD+.

It's an excellent series and IMHO I believe a lot of people would be happy to pay to watch it.

Digital Solitude

Orion White Risk wrote: »

Why the fudge don't HBO just release the episodes online as PPV service? Something like 5-10 EUR an episode. 5 for SD, 10 for HD+.

It's an excellent series and IMHO I believe a lot of people would be happy to pay to watch it.

A season I think you mean. Similar to their own HBO Go service, only in America I believe however

eeguy

Can't understand how some people are put off by by video quality, yet are happy to watch on Sky Atlantic with an ad break every 10 minutes.

Heraldoffreeent

Lenin Skynard wrote: »

It's not really a spoiler, more of a light observation but I'll spoiler tag it anyway. Littlefinger's

accent has shifted even more. He's become more Irish than even Aidan Gillen's own accent. If he drifts any further, he's going to sound like Darby O'Gill!

He wasn't able to get out of CJH mode.

sparkthatbled

MrWalsh wrote: »

Just as a precaution I've covered the tv in tin foil also.

And changed my name by deed poll.

Oh, and switched off the microwave.

Don't forget the all purpose contingency plan.

Mickeroo

eeguy wrote: »

Can't understand how some people are put off by by video quality, yet are happy to watch on Sky Atlantic with an ad break every 10 minutes.

Most will still download it in HD or record it so ads aren't an issue.

DoYouEvenLift

eeguy wrote: »

Can't understand how some people are put off by by video quality, yet are happy to watch on Sky Atlantic with an ad break every 10 minutes.

Record + fast forward on the ads


Torrenting is still better though since you have them forever

RollieFingers

Paid the Iron price for these episodes

Son0vagun

Bryan Cogman has asked us that if we are gonna steal them, then don't talk about it on social media and forums!

Frank O. Pinion

Basil3 wrote: »

Never thought there were people that would refuse to watch something unless it was in full HD, but here they are, and all in one place.

I wonder how long before they refuse to watch anything in 1080p?

If there were 2160p or 4320p rips available, that were actually easily downloadable, then yes I would refuse to watch 1080p and instead watch the better quality. Why not?

I'm sure the quality of the leaked episodes is fine for most people. But the quality of a 3-6 GB 1080p file, watched on a 55" HDTV like mine, is incredible. I can wait, I can avoid spoilers, no big deal.

Agent Coulson

Son0vagun wrote: »

Bryan Cogman has asked us that if we are gonna steal them, then don't talk about it on social media and forums!

https://twitter.com/b_cogman/status/587363044306489345

J. Marston

Agent Coulson wrote: »

https://twitter.com/b_cogman/status/587363044306489345

He said "Stay classy".

That immediately makes me disregard anything he has to say.

Lenin Skynard

Frank O. Pinion wrote: »

I'm sure the quality of the leaked episodes is fine for most people. But the quality of a 3-6 GB 1080p file, watched on a 55" HDTV like mine, is incredible. I can wait, I can avoid spoilers, no big deal.

Sorry to burst the old bubble but most people have the same technology as you but just aren't willing to wait. I've enjoyed watching all these episodes today and I'll watch them all in 1080p when they've aired too.

Son0vagun

Frank O. Pinion wrote: »

If there were 2160p or 4320p rips available, that were actually easily downloadable, then yes I would refuse to watch 1080p and instead watch the better quality. Why not?

I'm sure the quality of the leaked episodes is fine for most people. But the quality of a 3-6 GB 1080p file, watched on a 55" HDTV like mine, is incredible. I can wait, I can avoid spoilers, no big deal.

Go elsewhere with your measure tape!

eeguy

Agent Coulson wrote: »

Brian Cogwell pic

Deadly, so when my ISP sends me a solicitor's letter I can just show them that tweet?

eeguy

Agent Coulson wrote: »

Brian Cogman pic

Deadly, so when my ISP sends me a solicitor's letter I can just show them that tweet?

Frank O. Pinion

Lenin Skynard wrote: »

Sorry to burst the old bubble but most people have the same technology as you but just aren't willing to wait. I've enjoyed watching all these episodes today and I'll watch them all in 1080p when they've aired too.

Okay? Cool for you? Fantastic for you? I wasn't implying that others didn't have large TVs too, or have the technology to watch them in 1080p. I don't know why people are getting upset at my ability to wait for better quality. I always wait until the whole season airs anyways, so I can binge watch, like with The Walking Dead or any show. I'm not the only person who's waiting for 720p/1080p rips, and whatever the resolution, I would never watch something with a watermark anyways.

I also never watch DVDs anymore, only Blu-ray files. Don't shoot me!

Liamalone

Just watched it on my projector on a section of the great wall of China, man have been about 512"..... picture quality was spot on.

TimeToShine

Prince Duran? PRINCE DURAN??!!

TerrorFirmer

Lenin Skynard wrote: »

Sorry to burst the old bubble but most people have the same technology as you but just aren't willing to wait. I've enjoyed watching all these episodes today and I'll watch them all in 1080p when they've aired too.

What sort of statement is that? He just professed an interest in waiting as he prefers to watch in HD. Where is this 'bubble' coming from?

Frank O. Pinion

Liamalone wrote: »

Just watched it on my projector on a section of the great wall of China, man have been about 512"..... picture quality was spot on.

Why are you even on forums? You should be writing for HBO comedies with wit like that. The satire, the parody, glorious work. A 512" screen? It's funny because it's too big! Comedy gold.

ct5amr2ig1nfhp

No I mean an episode.

Digital Solitude wrote: »

A season I think you mean. Similar to their own HBO Go service, only in America I believe however

RossieMan

You're waiting for HD quality, we get it. IRS gone on for 3 pages now. Let someone else have a turn.

OSI

OSI wrote: »

I've watched the first 2. I have to admit, the poor quality does make it less of a spectacle.

That goes without saying. I even watched one of the episodes....on my phone :eek:

Luckily, I enjoyed the storyline first time through. Second time in HD, I'll enjoy the spectacle.

Stench Blossoms

So no sign of 5 and 6?

Sleepy

The press pack only had the first 4 episodes. I wouldn't expect any further leaks.

FloatingVoter

^ This. The first four complement each other nicely - bit like the first movie in a trilogy. Any more and I would suspect it was a genuine leak. As it stands, HBO have generated enough online buzz to last about....eh, a month.

Liam O

FloatingVoter wrote: »

^ This. The first four complement each other nicely - bit like the first movie in a trilogy. Any more and I would suspect it was a genuine leak. As it stands, HBO have generated enough online buzz to last about....eh, a month.

Yeah, people will be halfway through their sub for this month so wont be rushing to cancel and they might get a nice boost for next months subs when the 5th episode comes out. I'm definitely suspicious.

Squatman

just got episode 5 & 6 there now. I'm about 10 mins into ep 5..

MrWalsh

Squatman wrote: »

just got episode 5 & 6 there now. I'm about 10 mins into ep 5..

Get out of it - no they havent.

FloatingVoter

Squatman wrote: »

just got episode 5 & 6 there now. I'm about 10 mins into ep 5..

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