8 Online Resources True Game Of Thrones Fanatics Should Keep Their Eyes On

From Esquire

You've caught up on all the episodes. Maybe you've even read all the books. What next?

Here are eight websites that can enhance your worrying addiction appreciation of Game Of Thrones, as well as the best cast accounts on social media.

Enough to keep you busy until the final season starts, then.

Game Of Thrones Wiki

The most comprehensible index of the show's characters, actors, history and production notes on the web, Game of Thrones wiki is your go-to site for filling in gaps in your knowledge or settling arguments with your viewing partner. And if you really are a fanatic, you can help update some of the articles, too.

The World Map

If your grasp of Game Of Thrones geography only extends as far as 'Winterfell = North, King's Landing = South', then this is the interactive, zoom-able map of Westeros for you.

Fully detailed and beautifully presented, the best bit is you can set how far into the series you are (to avoid any spoilers) then have it highlight individual character journeys, meaning it's easier to track where the hell Melisandre is these days.

Geeky, but useful.

A Reddit Of Ice And Fire

For the source of all Game Of Thrones-related memes, look no further than the show's Reddit page. This is where classics like 'Stupid Ned Stark'. 'Jorah Mormont Friendzone' and may other funnies originated. It's also a great resource if you're into fan art (no judgement here) and, erm, pictures of people cos play (a little more judgement here).

A good place to cheer yourself up after the latest brutal killing of your favourite character.

Inn At The Crossroads

Whether you're after Dothraki roasted goat with sweetgrass and honey, Tywin's special rack of venison or a plate of 'Jon Snow's Breakfast' (black pudding, sausage, bacon, duck eggs and dark beer – not bad for the Wall), Inn At The Crossroads, the official guide to the food of Game Of Thrones, has the recipe you need.

Twitter

Specifically, the following accounts (though there are a lot more):

Bran Stark (Isaac H. Wright, who tweets just like the rest of us)

Talisa Stark (Oona Chaplin, who tweets a lot about politics)

Osha (Natalia Tena, who is also the singer in a pretty good band called Molotov Jukebox)

Gendry (Joe Dempsie, who likes football)

Missandei (Nathalie Emmanuel, who fights the good fight)

Hodor (Kristian Nairn, who knows more words than 'Hodor!' and DJs a bit)

...and a spoof account pretending to be George RR Martin, the man who wrote the story in the first place.

Instagram

Specifically: Oberyn Martell (Pedro Pascal, who is just as charming on social media as he is in the show)

Theon Greyjoy (Alfie Allen, who seems a lot happier than Reek in real life)

Cersei Lannister (Lena Headey, who gets on with Tyrion a lot better than you'd think)

The Official Game Of Thrones Account (for those behind-the-scenes kicks)

The History Behind Game Of Thrones

Could a real life Yara have existed during Viking times? Was there a medieval version of the Red Wedding? And what exactly does Cersei Lannister have to do with Anne Boleyn? Check out this website of essays on the real life historical events that may have inspired George RR Martin to find out.

HBO Episode Guide

Finally, visit HBO's website for behind-the-scenes clips, interviews and recaps videos featuring the cast, crew and George RR Martin. This is basically a living, breathing DVD extras section, and the closest you can get to watching a new episode until you can watch a new episode.

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