...the producers recently said that the personnel is basically on the table now. Which can't really be true. It made me cringe at the idea of what a mess it'll be for the unprepared viewer once Dorne enters the picture as well. But I don't think there is a way to leave them out. I just find the show does not always do the best job of helping the viewers who haven't read the books in getting the names or connections of characters.
I really liked the Thoros actor , even though I pictured him entirely different. Looking forward to Dondarrion.
The Reed kids, Grandma Tyrell, Vargo Hoat (I assume): the casting was excellent once again.
You mustn't be afraid to dream a little bigger, darling.