What Happened to Tyrion Lannister's Face in Game of Thrones?
By Alex Ramirez | The infamous Tyrion Lannister face-palpability conundrum. It’s a mystery that has puzzled fans of Game of Thrones for years, and one that has sparked countless memes, GIFs, and heated discussions online. But what really happened to Tywin’s favorite face? Did we miss something in the world of Westeros?
For those who may not be familiar with the plot (where have you been?), Tyrion Lannister is a central character in Game of Thrones, played by the incomparable Peter Dinklage. He’s the youngest son of the wealthy and influential Lannister family, known for his sharp wit, clever tongue, and an impressive collection of insults. Throughout the series, Tywin – Tyrion’s uncle and father figure (though, let’s be real, not really a father figure at all) – is a major player in Tyrion’s life.
But what happened to that face? We see it so clearly throughout the first season, and yet… poof! Gone. Some fans claim it was just a minor plot device gone wrong, while others believe it was a deliberate creative choice made by the showrunners. And then there are those who have been accused of being “face trolls” – people who pretend to be outraged about something that’s completely harmless.
As for me, I’m in the latter category. Who needs drama when you’ve got a great plot twist? The truth is, we’ll probably never know what really happened to Tywin’s face. Maybe it was just a clever editing choice. Maybe it was because Tyrion got into an argument with his uncle and decided to give him a good scare (pun intended). Or maybe… just maybe… the actors decided to play it cool for once.
The thing is, as fans, we tend to overanalyze everything about our favorite shows. We’re constantly looking for connections, symbolism, and hidden meanings. Sometimes this results in some amazing insights, while other times it’s just a case of nitpicking. Take the infamous “Red Wedding” for example – some people argued that the direction was poor, while others saw it as a masterclass in tension and suspense.
But I digress. Back to Tyrion’s face. One theory is that we’re so used to seeing Peter Dinklage on screen that our brains just fill in the blanks. We assume he’s playing Tywin Lannister because… well, Peter looks like a guy who could play a ruthless noble lord. And honestly, it makes perfect sense.
Of course, there are those of us who were around when Game of Thrones first started and remember it being much darker and more brutal. In that context, Tyrion’s face is all the more jarring. It feels like we’ve been handed this neat little bow on a platter. The showrunners did something new here – an edgy decision to subvert our expectations.
What if I told you there are people who think it was actually Tywin’s daughter (that lovely, icy Cersei) in the scenes with Tyrion? Yeah, that sounds crazy too. But hey, sometimes life is full of surprises – like when your favorite show turns out to be a masterclass in misdirection.
It’s funny how our perceptions can change depending on what we’ve experienced since then. When you think back about it now, isn’t it odd how Tywin never had that “angry face”? Maybe it was just because… well, maybe he was trying too hard? After all, his famous line ‘A Lannister always pays his debts’ is basically a metaphor for the pressure to perform and never disappoint.
I’m not sure I’ve been able to wrap my head around why we never see that full expression of anger from Tywin. Did it serve as an example of how difficult it is to be honest about one’s emotions? Because even when someone does express their true feelings, they’re often met with cold indifference or worse.
I guess what I’m trying to say is this: it might seem like a silly question, but in the grand scheme of Game of Thrones’ intricate plot, Tyrion’s face disappearance holds some significance. It’s about how easily our perceptions can be manipulated and altered – just like life itself.
So next time you’re flipping through your favorite show (in my case, I’ll never look at HBO the same way again), take a moment to appreciate those clever editing choices. Maybe we won’t ever get an answer on what happened to Tywin’s face, but in all likelihood, that’s exactly how they wanted it – a mystery for us all to enjoy.
So here’s a question: What do you think really happened to Tyrion’s face?
