What do you make of this Game of Thrones theory?
Several theories surrounding Game of Thrones and the A Song of Ice and Fire series were extensively discussed and ultimately disproven by the show's conclusion. Here are some notable examples:
Tyrion or Jaime Killing Cersei
One popular theory was that Cersei Lannister would be killed by one of her younger brothers, Tyrion or Jaime, based on a prophecy from a woods witch that she would be killed by the "valonqar" (High Valyrian for "little brother"). However, this did not come to pass in the show1.
Bran Becoming the Night King
Another far-fetched theory suggested that Bran Stark would become the Night King through his abilities as the Three-Eyed Raven. This theory was disproven as the Night King was revealed to be one of the First Men turned by the Children of the Forest1.
Jon Snow Killing the Night King
Many fans believed that Jon Snow would be the one to kill the Night King, given his extensive involvement in the battle against the White Walkers. However, it was Arya Stark who ultimately killed the Night King1.
Tyrion as a Dragonrider or Secret Targaryen
Theories abounded that Tyrion Lannister might be a secret Targaryen, possibly the son of Aerys Targaryen and Joanna Lannister, which could have made him a potential dragonrider. This theory was not confirmed in the show12.
Anyone Other Than Bran on the Iron Throne
Most fans speculated about various characters ending up on the Iron Throne, including Jon Snow, Daenerys Targaryen, Cersei Lannister, or even Sansa Stark. However, the show concluded with Bran Stark being chosen as the Lord of the Seven Kingdoms, and the Iron Throne itself being melted down by Drogon1.
Other Theories
Other theories, such as the Night King reanimating the dead Starks in the Winterfell crypts, Jon sacrificing himself for the Princess That Was Promised, or Tyrion making a deal with Cersei to betray Daenerys, also did not come to fruition2.
These examples highlight how many fan theories, while intriguing and well-supported by some evidence, ultimately did not align with the show's narrative conclusion.