No Robb or Daenerys in episode three, but there's still plenty of political intrigue to keep you motivated. The north-of-the-wall scenes feel included to keep the White Walkers a creepy background presence while the focusing on Renly and his retinue is relevant albeit brief considering what's to follow in the rest of the series. Tyrion's political manoeuvering in King's Landing is outstanding and an example of the show at its smartest, and new players like Margery and Brienne grab the attention from the outset.