Several fans agree that Sam was a liability due to ... of Lord Jon Arryn and Lysa of House Tully. For those still eager to jump into the Game of Thrones' universe, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms ...

Back in Oldtown, Sam was blissfully unaware of the news; the Archmaester apparently didn't have the heart to tell him. SEE ALSO: Who is Dickon in 'Game of Thrones' and why does he matter?