Game of Thrones

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Given the critical and commercial success of Game of Thrones, the HBO television adaptation of the spectacular Song of Ice and Fire series of medieval fantasy novels by George R. R. Martin, it seemed like only a matter of time before a comic book tie-in was announced, particularly after Bantam Books acquired the rights earlier this year...

Welcome to CATV, where Let's Be Friends Again creators Curt Franklin and Chris Haley examine the world of comics through the eyes of prime-time television, and imagine what further horrors or delights might come from this unholy marriage. In today's installment, the X-Men and the world of Westeros collide in the X-Game of Thrones, Genes of Ice and Fire...

George R. R. Martin's superlative Song of Ice and Fire novel series has made its wa to Japan, with new covers featuring manga-style art. Check out the images for Game of Thrones, Clash of Kings and Storm of Swords by artist Noriko Meguro. (via Crunchyroll, Noriko Meguro)