Are you just starting to watch Game of Thrones? Or are you deep into season 2 but have no idea where you are at already because of the complicated convoluted story lines that intersperse with one another?

Then dive deep into these animated videos explaining the background behind the houses, religion and organizations and historical events. All of which, you should have already known!





history of the Night's Watch:


To the lore of the Children of the Forest:

the mad King Aerys from House Stark:

House Lannister:

House Baratheon:


Game of Thrones Extras [via reddit]