Game of Thrones

A Night's Watch deserter is tracked down; Lord Eddard "Ned" Stark learns that his mentor has died; Viserys Targaryen plots to win back the throne; Robert arrives at Winterfell with his family; Ned prepares to leave for King's Landing.

Bran's fate remains in doubt; Ned leaves Westeros with his daughters; Jon Snow heads north to join the Night's Watch; Daenerys tries to learn how to please her new husband.

Ned learns of the Crown's profligacy; Jon Snow impresses Tyrion; Catelyn follows her husband to King's Landing; Arya studies swordsmanship.

Ned probes Arryn's death. Jon takes measures to protect Sam. Tyrion is caught in the wrong place.

Robert orders a preemptive strike on the Targaryens; Tyrion helps Catelyn; Sansa is charmed by Ser Loras Tyrell; Arya overhears a plot against her father.

Ned makes a controversial decree. Tyrion confesses to his "crimes." Viserys receives final payment for Daenerys.

Ned confronts Cersei about her secrets. Jon takes his Night's Watch vows. Drogo promises to lead the Dorthraki to King's Landing.

The Lannisters press their advantage over the Starks; Robb rallies his father's allies.

Ned makes a fateful decision. Robb takes a prized prisoner. Dany finds her reign imperiled.

With Ned dead, Robb vows to get revenge on the Lannisters. Jon must officially decide if his place is with Robb or the Night's Watch. Daenerys says her final goodbye to Drogo.