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Every time someone dies

raise your glass, say “Valar morghulis” and take a generous gulp.

Every time there is nudity

drink until things turn PG-13-ish/light R again.

If Jon Snow does something stupid

chant “You know nothing” three times, taking a drink after each time.

Every time there’s a violent clash of swords

link arms with the person next to you and take 2 sips.

Every time Tyrion Lannister says something vaguely intelligent and depressing

take 3 sips and/or drink until he finishes talking.

Every time Cersei Lannister drinks

you drink too.

If Jaime Lannister does something cool with his metal hand

pour out a shot with your non-dominant hand and take whatever makes it into the glass.

If Bronn says something humorous and crass

pick up your glass. Last person to pick up their glass has to take a drink and repeat the humorous/crass phrase as loudly as possible.

If half of the episode passes without a dragon sighting

take 3 sips, set down your drink and yell, “WHERE ARE MY DRAGONS?!”

If Podrick does something stupid and Brienne has to save him

take 2 sips and try not to spill on yourself.

If Lyanna Mormont appears

pick the person in the group who most recently pissed you off and give them the stink-eye while finishing your glass.

If two characters duel

grab 2 straws and challenge a friend to a drinking duel. First one to the bottom of their cup wins.

If a Stone Man appears (remember those?)

take a large gulp.

If a White Walker appears

take a large gulp.

If anything causes you to close your eyes and/or turn away from the screen

finish your drink and pour yourself a new one and reflect on why you choose to watch this show.

If the episode ends on a cliffhanger

take 2 shots: It’s going to be a long wait until next season.

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