Episode 4 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms explores what it truly means to be a knight, particularly through the character of Ser Duncan the Tall (Peter Claffey). The show repeatedly asks this question, suggesting that being a knight is about more than just titles – it’s about protecting people and acting with honor.
It’s odd that in episode 4, Dunk ends up in jail, facing trial for defending a puppeteer from the cruel and violent actions of Aerion Targaryen. The series constantly explores what truly makes someone a knight, and it seems the most honorable character might not even be a knight by title.
Evidence Suggests That Dunk Was Never Knighted In A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms
Duncan arrives in Ashford a complete stranger, with no connections or reputation. He was raised in the poor district of Fleabottom and befriended Ser Arlan of Pennytree, whom he followed and served until the knight’s death. The story begins at this point, with Duncan’s claim to knighthood based solely on his own word – there’s no other evidence to support it.
He becomes very anxious when Plummer playfully mocks his lack of knighthood, and despite being a large man, he always appears uncomfortable with a sword, let alone on horseback. He frequently thinks about Ser Arlan, but surprisingly, he never mentions wanting to become a knight – a strange omission given how important it would be.
Was Dunk Officially Knighted In GRRM’s Dunk & Egg Novellas?
The new series, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, has stayed very true to the original stories, Tales of Dunk & Egg. Fans of the books might assume they already know if Dunk is a knight. However, the author, George R.R. Martin, deliberately leaves that question unanswered, making it a mystery even for those familiar with the source material.
After Ser Arlan’s death, Dunk thinks about becoming a city guard in King’s Landing or working as a squire for another knight – options that are unusual for someone who’s already been knighted. Both the book and the TV show intentionally leave Dunk’s final decision open-ended.
Raymun’s Fate In A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms Episode 4 Adds More Evidence To Dunk’s Knight Theory
The latest episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms strongly suggests that Dunk isn’t actually a knight. When Raymun Fossoway offers to fight on Dunk’s behalf, he simply needs to be knighted, and as Lyonel Baratheon points out, any knight has the power to bestow knighthood.
Dunk hesitates, and while he might feel bad about potentially endangering Raymun, it’s also possible he’s hiding something and doesn’t want to keep lying. Lyonel eventually knights Raymun, but the book still doesn’t reveal Dunk’s true motivations or background.
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