10 Most Disappointing Death Scenes In Game Of Thrones

10. Stannis Baratheon

Stannis was an unusual character. He wasn’t charming or likeable, yet there was certainly something admirable about his direct dialogue and brash efficiency.

Sadly, his reputation was ruined somewhat after he agreed to burn his daughter alive. Still, such an interesting and well-established character deserved a much better death scene.

Though it was fitting for Brienne to be the one to end his life and avenge Renly, seeing Stannis slumped up against a tree with no means of resistance was a poor way for him to exit the show.

It would have been far more satisfying and entertaining if the two of them had undertaken a genuine swordfight. Sure, it probably wouldn’t have been as thrilling as the battle between Brienne and the Hound in the previous season, but it would have been a much better end for Stannis than the one we got.