It turns out Hodor's addled brain is Bran's fault. Everything, in fact, may Bran's fault. The rules of Game of Thrones' fantasy universe have always been rather malleable, but "The Door" delivered shocking, game-changing revelations. The HBO series at its best has surprised even those who thought they knew the story. Now it has stunned us all. The nerdiverse is boiling over.
Though the fifth episode continued season six’s pattern of ending with an enormous spectacle, the undercard advanced stories in important ways, as well. Let's save the juiciest for last, shall we?
Slavers Bay
In Essos Daenerys questions what she should do with Ser Jorah Mormont, who she has twice banished only to see him return and save her life.