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When a new High Septon assumes office, he renounces his given name and ever after becomes known simply as "the High Septon", so the name of this particular High Septon is never revealed. For the sake of differentiating one from another, he is usually referred to by a descriptive term (such as, this High Septon is referred to simply as "The Fat One"). |
When a new High Septon assumes office, he renounces his given name and ever after becomes known simply as "the High Septon", so the name of this particular High Septon is never revealed. For the sake of differentiating one from another, he is usually referred to by a descriptive term (such as, this High Septon is referred to simply as "The Fat One"). |
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| − | In the books, the High Septon was also present at the execution of Ned Stark and was offended by it. The High Septon was assured that Eddard Stark was going to be shown mercy, that is why the trial was held on the steps of the Sept in the episode "Baelor". He gives the speech that was given by Grand Maester Pycelle in the |
+ | In the books, the High Septon was also present at the execution of Ned Stark and was offended by it. The High Septon was assured that Eddard Stark was going to be shown mercy, that is why the trial was held on the steps of the [[Great Sept of Baelor]] in the episode "Baelor". He gives the speech that was given by Grand Maester Pycelle in the TV Series. While the fat High Septon was very corrupt, even he was outraged that Joffrey would have Ned Stark executed on the very steps of the Great Sept of Baelor, violating holy ground. Cersei lists this as one of the problems that Eddard Stark's execution has caused her. |
| − | The crown of this High Septon, which contains valuable crystals, is lost in the riot that killed him. |
+ | The crown of this High Septon, which contains valuable crystals, is lost in the riot that killed him. Tyrion sends men out to look for it and they eventually discover that the pieces were broken up and sold. The Lannisters subsequently replace it with a much larger crown. |
==See also== |
==See also== |
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Revision as of 02:16, 16 November 2012
- This article is about the character before the Riot of King's Landing. For the title see High Septon (Title) for other High Septon characters see High Septon (Character).
The High Septon is a background character in the first season and a minor one in the second. He is portrayed by an unidentified extra in "Baelor" and by David Verrey and in "The Old Gods and the New." "High Septon" is the title given to the head of the Faith of the Seven, the dominant religion of the Seven Kingdoms. It is a position of supreme authority within the church, but the holder has little power outside of the religion. This High Septon is killed in the riots of King's Landing. Simon Fisher-Becker was originally set to play him, but was replaced by David Verrey.
Biography
Season 1
The High Septon is present during the execution of Eddard Stark at the Great Sept of Baelor, standing between Grand Maester Pycelle and Varys. During his forced confession, Ned says "let the High Septon and Baelor the Blessed bear witness to what I have said".[1]
Season 2
The High Septon appears along with the Royal family in the docks as Princess Myrcella Baratheon is shipped to Dorne. The High Septon offers prayers for Myrcella's future well-being in the name of the the Seven. On their way back to the Red Keep from the docks, the tensions of the suffering and starving smallfolk of King's Landing finally break, resulting in a massive riot that sweeps through the city. The High Septon is captured by an angry mob and is torn to pieces as one of his attackers holds up one of his arms.[2]
Following his death, a new High Septon is chosen.[3]
Appearances
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In the books
In the A Song of Ice and Fire books, the High Septon is an obese man who dresses opulently. As Tyrion quips, "starving men take a dim view of priests too fat to walk". In the show, he is walking back to the Red Keep, but in the books he is always carried in a litter or carriage.
When a new High Septon assumes office, he renounces his given name and ever after becomes known simply as "the High Septon", so the name of this particular High Septon is never revealed. For the sake of differentiating one from another, he is usually referred to by a descriptive term (such as, this High Septon is referred to simply as "The Fat One").
In the books, the High Septon was also present at the execution of Ned Stark and was offended by it. The High Septon was assured that Eddard Stark was going to be shown mercy, that is why the trial was held on the steps of the Great Sept of Baelor in the episode "Baelor". He gives the speech that was given by Grand Maester Pycelle in the TV Series. While the fat High Septon was very corrupt, even he was outraged that Joffrey would have Ned Stark executed on the very steps of the Great Sept of Baelor, violating holy ground. Cersei lists this as one of the problems that Eddard Stark's execution has caused her.
The crown of this High Septon, which contains valuable crystals, is lost in the riot that killed him. Tyrion sends men out to look for it and they eventually discover that the pieces were broken up and sold. The Lannisters subsequently replace it with a much larger crown.
See also
- The High Septon at A Wiki of Ice and Fire (major spoilers from the book).