Wonders of the world of Game of Thrones

Item: Wonders of the world of Game of Thrones
Rating: 5
Author: PostSingularity Institute

by Alt Shift X

Humanities, Social Sciences & Thought Foresight & Science Fiction FLScience fiction FLUScience fiction: aliens

🎙 Alt Shift X 👥 2.0M 📅 January 5, 2019 ⏱ 10 min 👁 2.9M 📄 literature review 🧭 2026-08-26

Available in: English (current) Français

Keywords

Game of ThronesA Song of Ice and FireLomas LongstriderWondersWorldbuilding

Summary

The video explores the nine wonders made by man as described by the fictional adventurer Lomas Longstrider in George R.R. Martin’s ‘A Song of Ice and Fire’ series. It details each of the seven known wonders: the Wall, the Titan of Braavos, the bells of Norvos, the roads of Valyria, the Long Bridge of Volantis, the Palace With a Thousand Rooms in Sarnath, and the triple walls of Qarth. For each, it provides descriptions from the books, their cultural and historical significance within the fictional world, and their real-world inspirations, such as Hadrian’s Wall, the Colossus of Rhodes, and the Lighthouse of Alexandria. The video also speculates on the two unknown wonders, suggesting candidates like the Hightower, the Great Pyramid of Ghis, the cities of Yi Ti, and the Five Forts. It concludes by noting that Martin drew heavily from real-world ancient wonders, often making them larger and adding a magical element. The video is well-structured, visually engaging, and provides a comprehensive overview for fans of the series.

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Critical Evaluation

Value of the Information & Strength of the Argument

The video provides substantial value by compiling and synthesizing information from the books and supplementary materials, offering a clear and engaging overview of the wonders. The argumentation is solid, as it distinguishes between canon facts and fan theories, and supports claims with references to the text. The creator’s analysis is logical and well-presented, making complex lore accessible without oversimplifying.

Scientific Rigor, Source Quality, Title Accuracy

The video demonstrates high scientific rigor by grounding its content in the primary sources (the ASOIAF books and ‘The World of Ice and Fire’) and by providing references in the description for further reading. The sources cited include fan analyses and official artwork, which are appropriate for the topic. The title accurately reflects the content, and the video’s structure follows the chapters provided, ensuring clarity and coherence.

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Title / Content Match

The title accurately reflects the content, which explores the wonders of the Game of Thrones world and their real-world inspirations.

Quality & Reliability

8/10

The video is a well-researched analysis of the fictional wonders in George R.R. Martin's 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series, drawing on the books and official companion book 'The World of Ice and Fire'. It clearly distinguishes between canon and fan speculation, and provides references to sources in the description. The creator is known for thorough and accurate content.

Chapters

Cited Sources

Wonders Made by Man - Atlas of Ice and Fire — Referenced as a source for further reading on the wonders.
Reddit thread on history buffs and casual historians — Referenced as a source for fan discussion on the wonders.
Hadrian's Wall image — Used as a visual comparison for the Wall.
Colossus of Rhodes image — Used as a visual comparison for the Titan of Braavos.
Roman roads image — Used as a visual comparison for the Valyrian roads.
Church bells image — Used as a visual comparison for the bells of Norvos.
Roman bridge image — Used as a visual comparison for the Long Bridge of Volantis.
Lighthouse of Alexandria image — Used as a visual comparison for the Hightower.
Essos map by Klaradox — Used for the map of Essos in the video.
Qarth walls art by Hieronymus7Z — Used for artwork of Qarth's walls.

Concurring Sources

Atlas of Ice and Fire - Wonders Made by Man — Provides a detailed list and analysis of the wonders, consistent with the video's content.
Reddit discussion on the wonders — Fan discussion that aligns with the video's speculation on the unknown wonders.

Dissenting Sources

Fan theory: The Wall was built by the White Walkers — Some fans theorize that the Wall was built by the White Walkers, contrary to the common belief that it was built by humans and the Children of the Forest. The video mentions this theory but does not endorse it.

External References

Contribution & Novelties

The video offers a comprehensive and accessible compilation of the wonders in the ASOIAF universe, connecting them to real-world historical monuments. It adds value by synthesizing information from various sources and presenting it in an engaging format, while also sparking discussion on the two unknown wonders.

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Hadrian’s Wall — The real-world inspiration for the Wall, providing historical context.
Colossus of Rhodes — The ancient statue that inspired the Titan of Braavos.
Lighthouse of Alexandria — The ancient lighthouse that inspired the Hightower.
Seven Wonders of the Ancient World — The concept that Lomas Longstrider’s wonders are based on.
The World of Ice and Fire — The companion book that provides additional lore on the wonders.

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Radar Profile

The radar profile shows high scores in quantity and quality of information, with a moderate technical level. This indicates a well-researched and informative video that is accessible to a general audience, with a strong foundation in the source material.

Reliability 8/10

💬 Très positif. Sur les 30 commentaires analysés, les spectateurs expriment une forte appréciation pour la qualité de l'analyse et la profondeur des informations, avec de nombreux commentaires humoristiques et des références à la culture populaire.