Fantasy fans debate Grimdark rankings
@zbogus77 sparked a debate on grimdark fantasy, ranking ASOIAF (4/10) and fueling replies on Malazan and First Law [https://x.com/i/status/2031064136264581563].
The original tweet ignited discussion by scoring "A Song of Ice and Fire" (ASOIAF) low on the grimdark scale. Many fans immediately questioned the ASOIAF score, arguing its cynicism and moral ambiguity place it higher. Others felt the focus on political intrigue over outright brutality lowered its grimdark ranking. The thread quickly expanded to include "Malazan Book of the Fallen" and "The First Law" series. These series became benchmarks for comparison, sparking further debate about the nuances of grimdark.
