Some people have lately begun watching Game of Thrones, even though the entire globe is anticipating what the House of the Dragon has in store for fans. One of the top HBO shows, according to both fans and critics, is Game of Thrones. Some will argue against the show’s status because of its underwhelming finale, but how can we ever forget the spectacular Red Wedding episode? Can we? While fans have other doubts about the show’s twists, many have raised issues with Jon Snow’s decisions in multiple situations. Why was Halfhand killed by Jon Snow? How did their friendship end? Continue reading as we unravel the mystery surrounding Jon Snow’s killing of Halfhand.
The plots of George R. R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire book series, which takes place in the fictitious Seven Kingdoms of Westeros and the continent of Essos, served as the basis for the stories in Game of Thrones. The show, which is helmed by D. Benioff and D. Weiss, had its HBO premiere in 2011 and captivated viewers with its compelling plot, surprising turns, and CGI. We are here to help you decode Jon snow’s motive behind killing Halfhand, so stick with us till the end.
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Who Was Qhorin Halfhand?
Qhorin Halfhand made his first appearance in the episode The Ghost of Harrenhal and was killed off by Jon Snow in Valar Morghulis. Qhorin is regarded as one of the best and most seasoned rangers from the night’s watch. Since he lost the majority of the fingers on his right hand in a struggle with a wildling, he is known as half-hand. Due to his injuries, he had to practice with his left hand, which allowed him to become as skilled with it as he had been with his right. Before Mance Rayder betrayed the Night’s Watch, he was a close friend of Mance’s. Although Qhorin is stationed at the Shadow Tower near the Wall, he spends a substantial amount of time traveling outside of the Wall.
During the previous winter before the start of the series, he became lost beyond the Skirling Pass. He made it through the wild by himself.
Why Did Jon Kill Halfhand?
Who Are The Wildlings?
A group that lives beyond the Wall is known as the Wildlings. They identify themselves as free people who are not constrained by the allegiances and oaths of the Seven Kingdoms. Due to their primitive lifestyles and adoration of the Old Gods of the Forest, the rest of Westeros views them as savages.
Why Did Jon Snow Join The Wildlings?
Two important factors led Jon Snow to join the Nights Watch: First and foremost, Jon had no place to stay. Second, as is human nature, Jon wanted to understand his place in the world and develop a sense of purpose.
Halfhand’s Plan
The Wildlings were preparing something significant, and Qhorin was aware that getting an insider was the only way for them to learn what it was. Jon and Qhorin were the ones who were apprehended, and Qhorin was aware that he would never have been admitted into the Wildling camp. He seemed to have a record among the wildlings for executing a large number of them, and he was aware that regardless of his efforts to convince them he was a deserter, they would still kill him for his past association with them. Jon, though, didn’t have a similar reputation. He was a brand-new recruit who the Wildlings had never heard of.
Without having to deal with the Wildlings already hating him, he had a far better chance of passing himself off as a deserter. This probability was further enhanced when Qhorin persuaded the Wildlings that Jon was intending to desert and compelled him to kill the Wildlings’ bogeyman. I understand that Jon was coerced into doing it; it wasn’t his decision at all. However, the Halfhand made the decision for them both, and Jon complied for the sake of ‘Watch’. We’re meant to understand that Qhorin intends for Jon to murder him in order to demonstrate his hatred for the Night’s Watch. We are also expected to comprehend that Jon is aware of this.
Some may disagree with Jon’s decision, but Jon appears to be in an emotional state of confusion at the time. He is aware of what Qhorin is doing and what he must do in response in order to stop him or else they would both be killed but killing a person he knows, and respects is difficult, terrible, and terrifying. But for the watch, he thought it had to be done. You may question his sanity. Jon was in a situation in which his decision was understandable, if not justifiable.
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