Have you been wondering how HBO would present the sprawling kingdoms that will be featured in its new series "Game of Thrones"? Ponder no more. The cable network has released new photos to pique interest in the program based on the best-selling fantasy series "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin. Check it out:

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Lovely, yes?

The series premieres on Sunday, April 17, at 9 p.m., but if you can't wait until then, HBO is offering a 15-minute sneak peek on Sunday, April 3, at 8 p.m.