Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin recently posted on his blog that the HBO hit’s version of his stabby Iron Throne isn’t exactly what he had in mind. The TV edition is great and all, he writes, but what he described in his novels is a tad … bigger. The throne is supposed to be a potentially lethal chair made of thousands of swords, helping ensure that nobody ever rests easy while ruling the Seven Kingdoms. Martin posted an image by artist Marc Simonetti that showed his version of the coveted ruling throne of Westeros (click the button above to see the really impressive full-size version). “Marc has come closer here to capturing the Iron Throne as I picture it than any other artist to tackle it,” Martin wrote. “This Iron Throne is massive. It’s a throne made by blacksmiths hammering together half-melted, broken, twisted swords, wrenched from the hands of dead men or yielded up by defeated foes… a symbol of conquest… it has the steps I describe, and the height.

From on top, the king dominates the throne room. And there are thousands of swords in it, not just a few. This Iron Throne is scary. And not at all a comfortable seat, just as Aegon intended.” Here’s the HBO version:It’s pretty hard to find laughs during “Game of Thrones,” since your favorite characters get killed off on a constant basis. Don’t worry about all those tears, though, because these funny guys and gals have thought of some truly hilarious jokes that’ll brighten your day no matter if you’re a die-hard fan or just a casual viewer. There might be a few spoilers, but nothing you wouldn’t see anytime you open your browser or have a discussion with friends. Game of Thrones is the only show on TV where the answer to “is he really going to kill a baby?” is pretty much always “yes.” — side-eye spice (@goldengateblond) May 2, 2016 “Password must not contain common names & must be complex with at least 50 characters” — Terry F (@daemonic3) June 4, 2014

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I just can’t imagine the kid I’ll eventually have will ever make me as thrilled and excited as Game of Thrones just did. — Kevin Seccia (@kevinseccia) June 1, 2015 All the people in Game of Thrones should wear Hello My Name Is tags — lisa goodwin (@LisaGoodwin1) June 2, 2015 the game of thrones song plays as the camera pans across my living room and instead of cities it’s different fast food wrappersnavy accent chair with ottoman — smash mouth fan (@HumanPog) June 8, 2015 Take your actual name and spell it wrong. That’s your Game of Thrones name. — Liana Maeby (@lianamaeby) November 23, 2015 For my birthday I just want to explain the entire Game of Thrones backstory to my guests (who are not allowed to leave) — Brian Gaar (@briangaar) April 28, 2016 Pretty cool how they can find a ring in 5 miles of grass on Game of Thrones but I can’t find my PS4 controller when it’s plugged into my PS4

— Brian Altano (@agentbizzle) April 25, 2016 There’s a fine line between the people I discuss Game Of Thrones with at work and a grief counseling support group. — Josh Hara (@yoyoha) June 15, 2015 Damn girl are you Game of Thrones ’cause I just can’t get into you even though all my friends think you’re great. — Jazmasta (@jazmasta) June 15, 2015 — Bob Vulfov (@bobvulfov) April 1, 2016 ME: Actually, her name is not Khaleesi. That’s her Dothraki title. Her name is Daenerys Targaryen. GUY ON SUBWAY: I didn’t say anything — pat tobin (@tastefactory) March 21, 2015 Please no Game of Thrones spoilers, I plan to start watching the series in 5 to 10 years. — Jocelyn Plums (@FilthyRichmond) April 25, 2016 I don’t know, I just feel like a lot of the people on Game of Thrones could treat each other more kindly — Bridger Winegar (@bridger_w) April 25, 2016 It really bums me out when the wildlings on Game of Thrones have whiter teeth than me.

— Aaron Fullerton (@AaronFullerton) May 2, 2016 If you’re nervous about the new season of Game of Thrones, do what I do and imagine them naked. — Ken Jennings (@KenJennings) March 9, 2016 crazy how Game of Thrones is the prequel to Friends — chuuch (@ch000ch) April 25, 2016 everyone in this Starbucks is gonna be super pissed when they find out I gave the barista a Game of Thrones spoiler as my name — Cat Damon (@CornOnTheGoblin) February 23, 2016 God: Make it star shaped God: [realising game of thrones starts in 3 mins] Literally nothing else — GoaT FacE (@EndhooS) April 18, 2016 I love Game of Thrones! I mean, I can’t remember anyone’s name or what is happening but I’ve always been super drawn to ice zombies. — Kendra Alvey (@Kendragarden) April 25, 2016 I hope Game of Thrones ends with everybody dead, and the throne realizing that true power comes from the confidence to be yourself. — Josh Gondelman (@joshgondelman) June 15, 2015