As the 2024 United States presidential election heats up, online communities are once again embracing humor and wit through memes. This time, they have cleverly intertwined the political landscape with the world of Game of Thrones.
People drew parallels between two notorious characters from the acclaimed series, the impulsive and controversial teenager King Joffrey Baratheon, and the frail old King Viserys Targaryen.
This Game of Thrones Meme on the 2024 US Election is Cracking Fans Up
Fans of Game of Thrones in the US are currently sharing a viral meme that cleverly captures their sentiments about the ongoing situation.
The meme with two images, one of King Joffrey Baratheon and another of King Viserys Targaryen, with the caption “Voting for a President in America be like: choose one.”
Voting for a President in America be like
"choose one" pic.twitter.com/YxdCCy4Q8u
— Jon Snow (@LordSnow) July 3, 2024
To fully appreciate the humor, one must grasp the complexities of Game of Thrones. Fans understand the profound flaws associated with both Joffrey and Viserys, not to mention the distinct ages, which enhances the amusement further.
In essence, having to choose between King Joffrey and King Viserys would be a nightmare in any realm. However, the meme humorously reflects the frustrations many Americans experience when confronted with their own electoral choices.
Here is what the fans have to say,
That’s it, I’m heading to the Night’s Watch. 🤣
— ꕔᵈ𝗲㎥ⵙᥨ𝒂 丅𝒂Ĭ𝛚ⵙ ⌶⌶⌶ (@demolathethird) July 3, 2024
Americans : pic.twitter.com/PcJeQv35c0
— shruthi (@its_shruthii) July 3, 2024
It’s actually crazy how accurate this is
— Maria 🌸 (@juleesssy) July 3, 2024
Got room at the nights watch?
— Kryptonian Saiyan (@NarutoExplained) July 3, 2024
America has turned into one big Game of Thrones
— Digital Financial Market (@BestCryptoTwits) July 3, 2024
As election seasons come around, these jokes remind all how a bit of humor can bridge gaps between voters of all stripes.
House of the Dragon is Killing it!
House of the Dragon, has been the talk of the town in recent weeks. With its debut, the show achieved unprecedented viewership milestones, setting new records for the network as per Forbes.
The Season 2 premiere on June 16th drew in a massive audience of 7.8 million viewers across various platforms in the United States alone. This impressive turnout follows the monumental success of Season 1, which premiered to an even larger audience of 10 million viewers during a similar timeframe. This initial surge in viewership not only marked the largest audience for any new series in HBO’s history, but also highlighted the enduring cultural impact of Game of Thrones.
House of the Dragon in its first season, amassing an average of 29 million viewers across platforms for all episodes as per The Hollywood Reporter. The success of House of the Dragon can be credited to several factors, including its compelling storytelling, and complex characters.
Moreover, the series has leveraged its connection to Game of Thrones, drawing upon the established fan base while also introducing fresh storylines and characters that resonate with the audiences. House of the Dragon has not only reaffirmed HBO’s position as a powerhouse in the television sector, but also reignited the global fascination with the world of Westeros.
House of the Dragon is streaming on Max.
