Was Littlefinger Inspired by Puppetman? @JessiesBookClub

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In today’s deep dive at Jessie’s Book Club, we’re looking at two of the most notorious masters of manipulation: Littlefinger from George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire and Puppetman from the Wild Cards universe (created by Stephen Leigh).

On the surface, they are both respected, high-level politicians. But beneath that exterior lies a shared blueprint of obsession, ruthlessness, and a "king of the ashes" mentality.

In this video, we explore:

The "First Love" Parallel: How rejection from Catelyn Tully and Andrea Whitman fueled lifelong obsessions and shaped their dark paths.
Hidden Allies & Shadow Networks: Comparing Littlefinger’s use of the Kettleblacks and brothels to Puppetman’s connection with characters like Mackey Messer.
Replacement Obsessions: A look at how Sansa Stark and Sara Morgenstern represent the sisters of their original lost loves, and the dangerous dynamics that follow.
The Greenseer Theory: Why I believe Littlefinger’s "small and sickly" childhood and green eyes point to a secret supernatural influence, mirroring Puppetman’s status as an Ace.
The Timeline: Was GRRM inspired by Puppetman? We look at the release dates of Wild Cards Vol 1 vs. A Game of Thrones.
Related Videos:

Varys vs. Chrysalis: Watch the comparison here! (Note: Insert your specific video link here)
Littlefinger Whispers in the Dark (via Order of the Green Hand): [Check it out here]
Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction to the Masters of Manipulation 0:45 - Surface Politics vs. Secret Agendas 1:05 - The Role of Prostitutes and Information Networks 2:08 - Political Rivals: Varys and Chrysalis 2:31 - Childhood Rejection and Violent Spite 3:37 - Replacing the Unattainable: Lysa Tully and Succubus 4:39 - The Tragedy of the First Child 5:49 - Psychological vs. Supernatural Power: Aces and Greenseers 7:12 - The 1987 Connection: Did Puppetman Inspire Littlefinger?

Let’s Discuss: Do you think Littlefinger was cast in the same mold as Puppetman, or is it just a coincidence of character archetypes? Let me know your theories in the comments!

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two amazing characters with crazy motivations and so much in common
for more little finger info check out order of the green hands video youtube.com/watch?v=abwZDMM9Mik&t=588s
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Was Littlefinger Inspired by Puppetman?

Jessies Book Club 2020-01-22 | Are Petyr Baelish and Greg Hartmann the same character in different universes?

In today’s deep dive at Jessie’s Book Club, we’re looking at two of the most notorious masters of manipulation: Littlefinger from George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire and Puppetman from the Wild Cards universe (created by Stephen Leigh).

On the surface, they are both respected, high-level politicians. But beneath that exterior lies a shared blueprint of obsession, ruthlessness, and a "king of the ashes" mentality.

In this video, we explore:

The "First Love" Parallel: How rejection from Catelyn Tully and Andrea Whitman fueled lifelong obsessions and shaped their dark paths.
Hidden Allies & Shadow Networks: Comparing Littlefinger’s use of the Kettleblacks and brothels to Puppetman’s connection with characters like Mackey Messer.
Replacement Obsessions: A look at how Sansa Stark and Sara Morgenstern represent the sisters of their original lost loves, and the dangerous dynamics that follow.
The Greenseer Theory: Why I believe Littlefinger’s "small and sickly" childhood and green eyes point to a secret supernatural influence, mirroring Puppetman’s status as an Ace.
The Timeline: Was GRRM inspired by Puppetman? We look at the release dates of Wild Cards Vol 1 vs. A Game of Thrones.
Related Videos:

Varys vs. Chrysalis: Watch the comparison here! (Note: Insert your specific video link here)
Littlefinger Whispers in the Dark (via Order of the Green Hand): [Check it out here]
Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction to the Masters of Manipulation 0:45 - Surface Politics vs. Secret Agendas 1:05 - The Role of Prostitutes and Information Networks 2:08 - Political Rivals: Varys and Chrysalis 2:31 - Childhood Rejection and Violent Spite 3:37 - Replacing the Unattainable: Lysa Tully and Succubus 4:39 - The Tragedy of the First Child 5:49 - Psychological vs. Supernatural Power: Aces and Greenseers 7:12 - The 1987 Connection: Did Puppetman Inspire Littlefinger?

Let’s Discuss: Do you think Littlefinger was cast in the same mold as Puppetman, or is it just a coincidence of character archetypes? Let me know your theories in the comments!

Stay Connected: 📸 Instagram: @ladyjessicariddell

If you enjoyed this character comparison, don't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe to Jessie’s Book Club for weekly book reviews, fan theories, and deep dives into historical fiction, Game of Thrones, and beyond!

#ASOIAF #WildCards #Littlefinger #Puppetman #GRRM #GameOfThrones #CharacterAnalysis #BookClub

two amazing characters with crazy motivations and so much in common
for more little finger info check out order of the green hands video youtube.com/watch?v=abwZDMM9Mik&t=588s
instagram instagram.com/ladyjessicariddell
twitter twitter.com/jessomess

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