Episode 1: Valar Dohaeris Now

The episode serves primarily to "reset the board" following the explosive Battle of the Blackwater, reintroducing major players and establishing their new trajectories.

is the premiere episode of the third season of Game of Thrones (the 21st episode overall), first airing on March 31, 2013 . Written by David Benioff and D.B. Weiss and directed by Daniel Minahan, its title is High Valyrian for "All men must serve" —the traditional response to the Season 2 finale's title, "Valar Morghulis" ("All men must die"). Key Plot Developments Episode 1: Valar Dohaeris