Shows like Game of Thrones thrive in large part due to their morally ambiguous main characters. Fans enjoy following these characters who are not quite heroes but not quite villains either. Newer shows like Shadow and Bone also thrive for similar reasons. Many fans enjoy characters like the Darkling and the Crows for their morally grey natures.
Often life is lived in the grey areas, and these stories represent that. Therefore, there is a show that disappointed Game of Thrones fans might want to check out. It features a morally grey protagonist who would fascinate Game of Thrones and Shadow and Bone fans. The show in question is on Netflix, and it's called Lucifer.
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Though there is no way to know how the show will end –season 6 hasn't hit Netflix yet, after all–Lucifer's writers seem to have greater respect for their characters than the writers of Game of Thrones did. Lucifer is, after all, the main character. The show is named after him, and throughout it, he is treated with the respect that an intriguing character like him deserves. He grows and changes and develops, and fans get to see it all. It's hard to classify the genre of Lucifer. It has fantasy elements, like Game of Thrones. Yet, the world of this series is much more grounded in reality. Still, Game of Thrones fans will definitely enjoy it. The main protagonist is larger than life. He brings an element of fun and fantasy wherever he goes.
For those who are unaware, the show's basic premise is this: it follows Lucifer Morningstar (Tom Ellis) –as he calls himself– as he solves crimes with a detective named Chloe Decker (Lauren German). Yes, that's right, the devil is solving crimes. In a strange way, it makes sense. And it definitely makes for a good story. Lucifer, much like Game of Thrones, thrives on its protagonist's grey morality. However, unlike Game of Thrones, in the end, it does not punish him for it. Rather, Lucifer shows the main character leaning more towards the side of good while still being extremely compelling. Basically, it's a classic tale of redemption. Lucifer is not entirely good; however, he still retains his devilish charm. Yet, he does grow and develop, as all good characters do. His actions always make some kind of sense.
This is more than fans can say for the protagonists of Game of Thrones in the end. Lucifer has it all, from drama to comedy to fantasy elements. Lucifer and Chloe, too, are intriguing protagonists. Game of Thrones fans will enjoy following both of their journeys. Their story starts off with Lucifer saving Chloe from a particularly unpleasant suspect in a case they're working on. Soon after, he officially becomes a consultant for the police department and continues working with Chloe. What's funny about the show, too, is that Lucifer is honest about who he is from the beginning; it's just no one believes him. Chloe herself needs to see his true face before she believes. Despite Lucifer doing many things that would be impossible for the average person, no one actually thinks he's the devil.
That fact leads to a ton of interesting drama and comedy in the show. But don't worry, Lucifer, much like Game of Thrones before it, can be taken seriously. The story is well-written. Its characters are treated with respect. What more could fans want? Lucifer is also not afraid to be a bit mature, much like Game of Thrones, but unlike in the HBO series, nothing is too gratuitous. All of the nudity and controversial topics are dealt with respectfully. What a refreshing change! Game of Thrones fans will likely also enjoy Lucifer for its unconventional romances. Don't worry; not much will be given away here, but Lucifer and Chloe have an intriguing relationship. And so does Lucifer's demon friend Mazikeen (Lesley Ann Brandt), more commonly known as Maze. In fact, Maze has several relationships over the course of the show.
Though one is more of a fan favorite than the others. So Game of Thrones fans, don't wait; check out Lucifer. You won't regret it. Lucifer and Chloe and all of their friends and family are intriguing characters. The show brings fantasy and reality together. And it's definitely a compelling journey, just like Game of Thrones. Hopefully, the ending will be better than that of Game of Thrones so that fans won't regret watching it the way some fans of the HBO show probably did. Of course, not every Game of Thrones fan will agree. Some might not see Lucifer as part of the fantasy genre enough to satisfy their craving. And that's fine; everyone is different.
Yet if Game of Thrones fans could give Lucifer a chance, it might just give them what they wanted from the HBO series. And since the show is so interesting, it's definitely worth a watch.