Game of Thrones has undoubtedly left a lasting impact on television history, solidifying its place as one of the most influential shows of all time. Even years after its conclusion, the series continues to be a topic of discussion. However, the creators of the show have expressed regret over ruining a character, and surprisingly, it's not Emilia Clarke's Daenerys Targaryen.

One of the key elements of Game of Thrones' success was its ability to create a captivating narrative and a well-developed world that kept fans eagerly anticipating each new episode for over eight years. Unfortunately, the series came to an end in a less than satisfactory manner, with the final episode of season 8 being widely regarded as one of the worst endings in television history.

This ending effectively killed the hype surrounding the show.

David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, the creators of Game of Thrones, recently admitted in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter that they have one small regret. They expressed their disappointment in not bringing back the character Mord the Jailer. They realized too late that there was a missed opportunity to feature Mord as a small business owner in a tavern scene, with the actor reprising his role in a different capacity.

"One thing I wish we could have done is bring back the character Mord the Jailer. It was a mistake not to include him," Weiss said.

"We always talked about doing it, and we even had a scene for it," Benioff added. "There's a scene set in a tavern..."

This seemingly minor creative choice became an obvious idea for the duo the day after they had missed the opportunity. They realized that Mord could have owned the tavern and had the actor play the role exactly as he did as a jailer, but now as a small business owner. It was a missed opportunity that they deeply regretted.

While Game of Thrones experienced massive success, this particular regret is a constant reminder of their missed opportunity. Fans have been particularly critical of how Benioff and Weiss handled beloved characters in the show, with Emilia Clarke's character Daenerys Targaryen being a prime example.

The writers ultimately have to bear the blame for the character assassination that took place.

Interestingly, the backlash against Game of Thrones' eighth season also sparked a change in HBO's relationship with George R.R. Martin, the author of the original book series. According to The Hollywood Reporter, screenwriter Ryan Condal formed a friendship with Martin back in 2013 while shooting an NBC pilot in Santa Fe. Five years later, Martin approached Condal with a proposal to adapt his Targaryen epic "The Dance of the Dragons" into a series. HBO quickly responded to this meeting, extending an offer based on Martin's recommendation.

This marked a significant turning point in Martin's relationship with HBO. Initially, he felt somewhat distant from the network after Game of Thrones concluded and HBO searched for a successor series. However, the backlash to the eighth season and the rejection of another prequel series called "Bloodmoon" led to an increase in Martin's influence within the network. HBO recognized the importance of listening to the creator of the fantasy series.

In conclusion, Game of Thrones may have had its flaws, but it undeniably left a lasting impact on television. The regret over ruining a character and the change in HBO's relationship with George R.

R. Martin serve as reminders of the show's lasting legacy.