Honestly, all of the problems I have with the show are the Casuals' fault.
They're the ones who bought the stupid merch, the stupid "I drink and I know things" shirts, the liscence plates, all the bullshit that is so malignant and boring, so D&D thought that's where the show was connecting with viewers and that's why we're where we're at.
Everyone forgot about Quiathe, the Wizards of Qarth, Jaqen (my fav character by far), the Reeds, all of these interesting storylines that sprinkled GOT with cool mysticism and intrique, and instead worshipped at the alter of fucking Daenerys, Sansa, Arya and feminine power altogether.
That's their rights as fans and viewers, but don't come bitching that the show is rushed and stale when literally all you



s have been clammoring for is Daenerys to come to Westeros. Remember in season 4 when everyone was complaining that she wasn't in Westeros? Remember people shitting on season 5 for actually developing characters and relationships? "WE WANT TO SEE DROGON SMASH ALREADY". Then he does and they say it's rushed, even though if you hold them accountable for their words, it's 3 1/2 seasons too late haha.