S1·E401 Game of Thrones

Episode recap

The episode opens with the regular premise of the Korean variety program, in which the regular cast must compete in a series of games and missions to achieve a prize. In this installment, the focus is on determining which member will be granted the opportunity to actualize a personal “TV rating notice” storyboard. The narrative begins as the participants are welcomed by a themed “pirate roulette” game and a conspicuous flying chair, both serving as the initial challenges that set the tone for the day’s competition.

Following the introductory games, the members engage in a quiz segment that tests their knowledge under pressure. The rules of this segment are explicitly stated: any participant who fails to provide the correct answer will be subjected to a physical penalty, being propelled backwards into a pool by the flying chair mechanism. This element combines mental acuity with a comedic physical consequence, a hallmark of the show’s format.

Throughout the episode, the cast navigates the roulette and chair obstacles, then proceeds to the quiz, where tension builds as each answer is given and the risk of the pool‑bound penalty looms. The structure of the episode maintains a clear progression from the initial greeting games to the decisive quiz, culminating in the revelation of which member will earn the honor of bringing their TV rating notice storyboard to fruition.

The episode’s conclusion leaves the outcome of the competition unresolved within the provided synopsis, emphasizing the suspense surrounding the final selection. By integrating the pirate roulette, the flying chair, and the quiz‑based elimination, the episode exemplifies the series’ blend of physical comedy, competitive challenge, and the pursuit of a personalized reward that characterizes Running Man’s first season.