Game of Thrones, Episode 1: Winter is Coming
Nymeria’s Role in the Episode
Nymeria, Arya Stark’s direwolf, is introduced in this episode along with the other direwolf pups. However, like Grey Wind and the others, Nymeria does not take any active role in the events and serves mainly as a symbolic presence.
Key Moments and Contributions:
- Introduction as Arya’s Direwolf - Nymeria is found as one of the six direwolf pups near their dead mother. Jon Snow convinces Eddard Stark to let the Stark children keep the pups, ensuring Nymeria’s survival. Arya is assigned Nymeria, reinforcing the wolf’s connection to her independent and wild nature.
- No Major Interactions or Influence - Unlike Summer, who follows Bran or reacts in some way, Nymeria is not seen doing anything meaningful. She does not interact with Arya or anyone else beyond being present.
Impact Rating: 0.1/10
- Symbolic Presence – Nymeria’s introduction sets up her future importance in Arya’s storyline.
- No Influence on the Plot – Nymeria does nothing to affect the episode’s events.
- No Unique Action or Presence – Unlike Summer, who follows Bran, Nymeria remains in the background.
Final Score: 0.1/10 – Nymeria is introduced, but has no impact on the episode.