Ser Gregor Clegane kills Ser Hugh, highlighting brutality, while Littlefinger reveals the origin of The Hound's scars.
Critics lauded the episode for deep world-building and strong performances, particularly from Peter Dinklage. It is notable as the first episode written by Bryan Cogman rather than the showrunners. Cripples, Bastards, and Broken Things - IMDb 4. Cripples, Bastards, and Broken Things
Ned Stark uncovers that Jon Arryn was researching King Robert’s bastards, leading him to Gendry . Ser Gregor Clegane kills Ser Hugh, highlighting brutality,