Advises Stannis on the assault plans and helps coordinate the attack on King's Landing.

Participates in the assault on King's Landing as part of Stannis's forces.

Zealously embraces the Lord of Light and supports the burning of those who refuse to convert.

Leads Stannis's fleet toward King's Landing for the assault. Commands the flagship Black Betha...

Converts to worship of R'hllor alongside his king, abandoning the Seven.

Robb Stark's direwolf, a large and fierce grey wolf that accompanies him in his campaigns.

Selyse's nephew who serves as admiral of Stannis's fleet during the attack on King's Landing.

Argues with his father about the truth of Melisandre's powers and the Lord of Light.

Adapts to serving under the new religious regime, less resistant to Melisandre than his predecessor.

Commands his own ships in the assault on King's Landing, motivated by the promise of rich rewards.

Embraces the new faith of R'hllor and supports the burning of the sept on Dragonstone.

Burns the Seven's sept on Dragonstone and declares for the Lord of Light. Many of his followers are...

Begins forming the plan to create wildfire for the defense of King's Landing. Shows strategic...

The first Targaryen king who conquered Westeros with his dragons, referenced in prophecies and...

Provides religious justification for the Iron Islands' return to the old ways of raiding.

Stands guard over Daenerys in Qarth, maintaining Dothraki traditions in the foreign city.

A brutal member of the City Watch, one of the gold cloaks known for his harsh methods and cruelty.

Lannister knight serving at Harrenhal under Tywin, known for his cruelty to prisoners.

Uses her first 'name' with Jaqen H'ghar, choosing the Tickler who tortured prisoners.

Commands thirty ships in the invasion of the North, far more than her brother received.

An old black tomcat that prowls the Red Keep, named after Aegon's great dragon.

Gives Asha thirty ships while only giving Theon one, showing his preference for his daughter.

Smith working at Harrenhal, his thumb blackened from years of working the forge. Skilled with...

Serving at Harrenhal, uses his teeth as weapons. Other prisoners fear him more than the guards.

Lord Steward of the Night's Watch, responsible for provisions and supplies. Cautious and practical.

His wolf dreams are becoming more vivid. He can slip into Summer's mind and experience the world...

Legendary ancient Stark who built Winterfell and the Wall, referenced in old stories.

Present during shocking events in Renly's tent. Blamed for what happened despite her innocence.

Helps Tyrion implement his plans for the city's defense, including the wildfire project.

Present during Renly's death but helpless against the shadow that kills his king.

Provides experienced military leadership to the young king's forces. Respected veteran of Robert's...

Merchant captain who trades in Qarth's port, representing the many foreign traders drawn to the...

Witnesses shocking events involving shadow magic and is the only one to believe Brienne's innocence.

Constantly conflicts with Tyrion over governance and tries to maintain her influence over Joffrey.

Dog keeper at Castle Black who harbors resentment against his superiors. Known for his cruel nature.

Dies suddenly under mysterious circumstances, actually killed by Jaqen H'ghar fulfilling a death...

Castellan of Storm's End who refuses to surrender the castle to Stannis after recent events.

Wildling who lives north of the Wall and marries his own daughters. Provides shelter to the Night's...

Dies attempting to poison Melisandre during the feast, drinking the poisoned wine himself when she...

Fights alongside her mother and the Northern army, skilled with weapons and fearless in battle.

Arrives at Qarth, the greatest city that ever was or will be. Welcomed by the Thirteen but with...

Old raider who serves with Theon, experienced in the ironborn way of life and warfare.

Perpetually pessimistic steward of the Night's Watch known for his dark humor and gloomy...

Dies in the Red Waste from exhaustion and thirst, unable to endure the harsh conditions of the...

Stationed at Harrenhal as part of the garrison. Continues his service under Tywin Lannister's...

One of Craster's many daughter-wives. Represents the horror of Craster's household arrangements.

Supports Robb's war effort and provides Riverlands forces to the Northern cause.

Known as 'The Exquisite', a member of the Thirteen famous for his refined taste and beauty.

Witnesses the impossible death of Renly and struggles to understand what happened.

Balon's brother who was exiled for his crimes and is said to be sailing strange seas.

Lady Tanda's elder daughter, already married. Less of a concern for her mother's marriage schemes...

Another of Craster's daughter-wives, showing the disturbing pattern of his household.

Provides Glover forces to Robb's war effort, fighting against the Lannisters.

Second son of Mace Tyrell, known for his skill at arms and gallant nature.

Legendary figure of the Reach, said to be the ancestor of many noble houses and bringer of...

One of Craster's daughter-wives who is pregnant. Shows kindness to the Night's Watch.

Enormous knight serving Tywin, known for his tremendous size, strength, and cruelty.

Strong but slow-witted member of the Night's Watch. One of Jon Snow's loyal friends and allies.

Imprisoned for refusing to burn the images of the Seven, maintaining his faith despite punishment.

Witnesses Renly's supernatural death and is forced to decide between the Baratheon brothers.

Continues producing massive quantities of wildfire for the defense of King's Landing.

A simple-minded stable boy at Winterfell, enormously tall and strong but only able to say 'Hodor.'...

Captured along with the other recruits by Lannister forces. Terrified of what will happen to them.

Burned alive as a sacrifice to R'hllor for refusing to convert, dying for his faith.

Royal executioner who cut out his own tongue years ago. Silent but deadly with Ice, Ned Stark's...

Adapts to life in Qarth while continuing to serve Daenerys, maintaining Dothraki customs.

Works with Tyrion to prepare the city's defenses against Stannis's approaching forces.

An exiled prince from the Summer Isles who has been at the Red Keep for years, seeking support to...

Kills the Tickler as Arya's first death. Shows he can kill anyone, anywhere, demonstrating his...

Leads the Great Ranging with three hundred men to investigate the wildling threat and find Benjen...

Continues her service in Qarth, helping Daenerys navigate the strange customs of the city.

Remains loyal to Daenerys in Qarth, though uncomfortable in the strange city far from the Dothraki...

Continues to rule with cruelty and caprice while war rages around his kingdom.

Part of the great ranging beyond the Wall. The Night's Watch seeks to learn what happened to the...

Fights alongside Robb in the war, leading Umber forces with tremendous courage and strength.

Dangerous member of the Night's Watch with criminal background. Shows contempt for authority.

Tywin's younger brother and most trusted lieutenant, helps command Lannister forces.

An infant girl who was married to Tyrek Lannister as part of political maneuvering. The marriage...

A minor lady at court with two daughters. Constantly trying to arrange marriages for them,...

Legendary founder of House Lannister, said to have swindled Casterly Rock from the Casterlys...

Member of the Night's Watch from the Three Sisters, involved in the discontent growing among the...

Lady Tanda's younger daughter, described as simple-minded and unwed. Her mother desperately seeks a...

Wounded in the leg during the attack, cannot walk. Killed by Raff the Sweetling when he can't keep...

Devastated by Renly's death, initially blames Brienne and seeks vengeance.

Must decide his allegiance after sudden changes, along with other Reach lords.

Armorer at Harrenhal, maintains and repairs weapons and armor for the garrison. Skilled craftsman.

Commands the largest army in Westeros, making Renly's cause seem unstoppable.

Fights personally in battles alongside her daughters, wielding a spiked mace.

The wise and loyal maester of Winterfell, who has served House Stark faithfully for many years. He...

Young daughter of Mace Tyrell, married to Renly Baratheon. Beautiful and courteous, brings the...

Member of the Thirteen known as the 'Milk Man', presumably for his trade in dairy products or his...

Uses mysterious shadow magic, though the exact purpose remains unclear to witnesses.

The royal court's fool, known for his motley and jingling bells. Performs for the entertainment of...

An ancient servant of Winterfell who tells stories of the old times, including tales of the Others...

Mace Tyrell's mother, a sharp-tongued old woman known for her wit and political acumen.

A wildling woman captured south of the Wall who now serves at Winterfell. She is cunning and knows...

Present during Renly's death, helpless to prevent the shadow assassination.

His strange songs and prophecies disturb the adults but delight Shireen.

Continues his schemes and manipulations, always working multiple angles for personal advancement.

Pretty serving girl at Harrenhal who has been repeatedly abused by soldiers. Broken teeth and...

Young boy who serves as Tyrion's squire, quiet but loyal.

Now stationed at Harrenhal, continues to serve the Lannister cause with casual brutality.

Blue-lipped warlock of Qarth who welcomes Daenerys to the city. Speaks mysteriously of prophecies.

Continues his duties while showing clear preference for Cersei over Tyrion in his loyalties.

Small, quick-witted member of the Night's Watch. Former minstrel who became one of Jon's closest...

An ironborn warrior known by his unusual name, mentioned among Asha's followers.

Legendary ranger of the Night's Watch who lost half his sword hand but adapted to fight with his...

Mysterious masked woman from Asshai who speaks in riddles and prophecies to Daenerys.

Disgraced former maester found at Harrenhal, now serving as healer. His experiments went too far...

Stationed at Harrenhal, continues his cruel service to the Lannisters without remorse.

Dies in the Red Waste while scouting, his body returned headless to the khalasar - a great dishonor.

Experiences a shocking event in his tent that witnesses can barely comprehend.

His grief over his sons' deaths drives him to seek bloody revenge against all Lannisters.

Present when Renly is killed, initially suspects Brienne but comes to believe her innocence.

Winning battles against Lannister forces while trying to secure his father's release and avenge his...

Northern lord captured at Duskendale, now held prisoner at Harrenhal. Brother to Galbart Glover of...

Bastard son of Lord Caron, serves Stannis after Renly's death when Storm's End surrenders.

Leads Bolton forces in the war but his methods are often cruel and his loyalty seems calculating.

Now at Harrenhal serving the Lannisters. Still as cruel and violent, terrorizing other prisoners.

Joins the Great Ranging despite his fears. Shows growing courage when facing the unknown.

Often the only one to show mercy to Sansa during Joffrey's cruel punishments.

Endures Joffrey's cruelty and public humiliation while maintaining her courtesy as armor.

Depraved septon who accompanies Lannister forces. His holy vows hide darker urges, particularly...

Member of House Frey captured while fighting for Robb Stark. Held prisoner at Harrenhal with other...

Master-at-arms of the Night's Watch who despises Jon Snow. Sent to King's Landing with proof of the...

A member of the Kingsguard, considered more honorable than some of his brothers.

A knight married to Falyse Stokeworth. Part of the minor nobility at court.

Stripped of his white cloak and dismissed from the Kingsguard by Tyrion for cowardice.

Another member of House Frey captured while serving Robb Stark's cause. Shows the complex Frey...

Experienced ranger leading one of the scouting parties during the Great Ranging beyond the Wall.

Advises caution with the Qartheen but supports Daenerys in her negotiations with the Thirteen.

A cruel member of the Kingsguard known for his harsh treatment of others.

Acting First Ranger after Benjen Stark's disappearance. Elderly but experienced ranger leading...

Provides comfort and companionship to Tyrion during the stresses of governing King's Landing.

Remains faithful to the Seven despite her parents' conversion to R'hllor, showing remarkable...

Crude soldier at Harrenhal known for his foul language and vulgar behavior. His name fits his...

An ironborn mentioned among those building ships for Balon's fleet.

Simple-minded but gentle giant of a man in the Night's Watch. Despite his size, he's called 'Small'...

Skilled scout of the Night's Watch known for moving quietly. Valuable member of the ranging party.

Bran's direwolf, growing large and strong. Through their bond, Bran can see through Summer's eyes...

A serving girl at an inn, mentioned among the common folk affected by the war.

Member of the Thirteen who controls much of Qarth's copper trade. Wears elaborate copper ornaments.

Ancient noble families of Qarth who trace their bloodlines back to the city's founding. They...

One of the Thirteen who trades in the finest silks. His robes are made of the most exquisite...

Wealthy member of the Thirteen of Qarth. Deals in exotic spices from across the known world.

Killed by Jaqen H'ghar as Arya's first death. His reign of terror ends suddenly and mysteriously.

Vicious wildling raider known for his cruelty. His band has been attacking villages south of the...

Disappointed that his father gives him only one ship while Asha gets thirty. Decides to prove...

Ranger commander participating in the Great Ranging. Ambitious and eager for glory against the...

A young ironborn lord mentioned among those at the kingsmoot discussions on Pyke.

A young Lannister cousin who was recently married to Lady Ermesande Hayford, an infant bride, in...

Uses Harrenhal as his base of operations, commanding Lannister forces against the Northern...

Provides intelligence to Tyrion while pursuing his own mysterious agenda for the good of the realm.

Supports Balon's new rebellion and leads the Iron Fleet in attacks on the mainland.

Brought to Harrenhal with the other prisoners. Still weeps constantly and hardly speaks,...

Found dead, killed by Jaqen H'ghar as Arya's first death. His cruelty finally catches up to him.

One of the pyromancers working under Wisdom Hallyne to create wildfire for the defense of King's...

A pyromancer who served the Mad King Aerys. Mentioned as one of those who helped create the...

Wealthy merchant prince of Qarth, member of the Thirteen. Offers marriage to Daenerys and promises...