George R. R. Martin’s The Hedge Knight is one of the most refreshing stories set in Westeros.
In this video, I review the original novella ahead of HBO’s upcoming Hedge Knight TV series.

With HBO preparing to adapt The Hedge Knight, now is the perfect time to revisit the original novella by George R. R. Martin.

Set nearly a century before Game of Thrones, The Hedge Knight tells a smaller, more intimate story within the world of Westeros—one focused on honor, innocence, and the harsh realities of knighthood.

In this spoiler-light review, I break down:
• The history and context of The Hedge Knight
• When the story takes place in the Westeros timeline
• Why Dunk’s idealism makes this story so compelling
• The tone, themes, and stakes that set it apart from Game of Thrones
• My thoughts on the audiobook narrated by Harry Lloyd

This is the first video in a full series leading up to the premiere of HBO’s The Hedge Knight, including:
• A review of the comic adaptation
• What the TV show needs to get right
• A full premiere episode review

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Carmen Red Claw: Belly of the Beast #1 Review – A Hellboy-Style Western | Dark Horse Comics

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Carmen Red Claw: Belly of the Beast #1 is a supernatural western set in the Hellboy Universe from Dark Horse Comics.

Created by Mike Mignola and writer/artist Rae Allen, with colors by Michelle Madsen and letters by Clem Robins, this first issue introduces Carmen Red Claw—a shape-shifting gun-for-hire investigating a deadly mystery on cursed ranch land in 1870s New Mexico.

In this review, I talk about the story’s fast pacing, strong atmosphere, and folklore-driven themes, as well as how the art fits perfectly within the Hellboy Universe. I also discuss why this issue may read even better once the full four-issue arc is collected.

Topics covered in this review:
– Overview of Carmen Red Claw #1
– Supernatural western storytelling
– Themes of monsters vs humanity
– Art style and Hellboy Universe tone
– Why this series is one to watch

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VIKTOR vs AHRI | RIFTBOUND: LEAGUE OF LEGENDS TCG | WEEKLY GAME PLAY | ORIGINS SET | BEST OF 3

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Watch a full gameplay match of Riftbound, the new League of Legends Trading Card Game (TCG), recorded at my local shop! In this video, I play a full round using my Riftbound deck and walk through key plays, strategy moments, and how this new LoL card game flows in a competitive environment.

Whether you’re a longtime League of Legends fan, a TCG player curious about Riot’s newest project, or someone looking to learn how Riftbound gameplay works, this match should give you a clear, fun look at the mechanics and pace of the game.

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WOLVERINE #14 | COMIC REVIEW | MARVEL COMICS | FIGHT VERSUS SILVER SABLE + A NEW ENEMY RISES

Whether you’re a longtime Marvel Comics reader or just getting into superhero comics, this video covers:

📖 A brief summary of Wolverine (2025) #14
✍️ A deep dive into the creative team behind the series
🎨 Analysis of the art style and storytelling
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ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #15 | DC COMICS | COMIC REVIEW | A DAY IN THE LIFE OF SUPERMAN | NEW STORY BEGINS

Whether you’re a longtime DC Comics reader or just getting into superhero comics, this video covers:

📖 A brief summary of ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #15
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🎨 Analysis of the art style and storytelling
🗯️ Critical reception and how it holds up today

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