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

Her dragons are stolen and taken to the House of the Undying. She must venture into the mysterious...

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

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

Reveals he and the other warlocks have taken Daenerys's dragons to the House of the Undying to...

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

Make further attempts on Daenerys's life, showing the growing danger she faces in Qarth.

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

Shows Daenerys the wonders of Qarth while pursuing his suit. His palace displays incredible wealth...

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

Another ironborn warrior in Theon's small force occupying Winterfell. He helps maintain control...

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

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

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

Nearly discovers Arya's true identity through a letter but is killed by Jaqen H'ghar before he can...

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

The master-at-arms of the Red Keep who is killed during the riot in King's Landing. His death...

Uses her second name on Ser Amory Lorch after he nearly discovers her identity through a letter.

Leads successful raids in the North while Theon focuses on his single ship mission.

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

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.

Continues his work under the changing masters of Harrenhal. Tries to keep his head down and survive.

A young northern knight, son of Ser Helman Tallhart. He is eager to prove himself in battle and...

The young daughter of Ser Rodrik Cassel, master-at-arms of Winterfell. She is among those taken...

The other Frey ward at Winterfell, called 'Big' though he's actually younger than his cousin. He's...

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.

Theon Greyjoy captures Winterfell. Bran is taken prisoner in his own home by his father's former...

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

Swears service to Catelyn Stark and vows to find and protect her daughters.

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.

Continues to serve as one of Robb's most trusted advisors, bringing decades of military experience.

A very fat fool who entertains at court. Known for his enormous size and comedic performances.

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

Takes Brienne into her service and sends her to find and protect Sansa and Arya.

Fears for her son's safety as Stannis approaches King's Landing with his fleet.

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...

Dies mysteriously, falling from Storm's End's walls, allowing Stannis to take the castle.

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...

Continues to prove herself as a capable warrior in Robb's service.

Helps Theon capture Winterfell and provides counsel based on his experience.

Mance Rayder's pregnant wife. Represents the hope for the wildling future.

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

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

Former smith at Storm's End who lost his arm in Robert's service, mentioned in discussions of the...

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.

Becomes Stannis's ward after Storm's End falls, though Melisandre shows disturbing interest in his...

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

Continues to serve as Edric's guardian after Stannis takes Storm's End.

Dies alongside Robar Royce trying to prevent Brienne and Catelyn's escape.

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...

An ironborn raider who followed Theon to Winterfell. He is part of the small force trying to hold...

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

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

His presence at Harrenhal adds to the castle's atmosphere of terror and brutality.

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

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

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.

Fierce spearwife leader who commands respect among the wildlings. Known for her tactical skills.

The grossly fat High Septon who is killed by the mob during the riot in King's Landing. His death...

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...

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

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 Ser Amory Lorch as Arya's second death, saving her from exposure. His methods remain...

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

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.

Son of Howland Reed, he possesses green dreams that show him glimpses of possible futures. He is...

Remains at Storm's End after it falls to Stannis, serving the new regime.

Captured by wildlings after being ordered by Qhorin to kill him to maintain his cover. Must prove...

One of Robb's most vocal supporters in the war councils, always ready for battle.

Continues his duties at Storm's End under Stannis's control.

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

Lord Vance, one of the Riverlands lords whose lands have been attacked by the Mountain and his men.

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

Tries to help Theon by providing information and service, though she remains fearful of the...

Navigates the changing allegiances of the Riverlands as the war affects all noble houses.

Forced into marriage by Ramsay Snow, who seeks to claim her lands.

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...

Castellan at Torrhen's Square, managing the castle while his lord kinsman fights in the war. He...

One of the Frey wards at Winterfell, called 'Little' to distinguish him from his cousin. He and his...

Becomes a victim during the riot in King's Landing, suffering terrible abuse at the hands of the...

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.

Struggles with choosing sides as various armies march through the Riverlands. His survival depends...

Ironborn raider serving under Theon in the capture of Winterfell.

Adapts to serve new masters as control of Harrenhal changes hands. His skills make him valuable to...

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

Continues to serve Robb faithfully, bringing the fierce loyalty of House Mormont to his cause.

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

A woods witch mentioned in passing, known for her prophecies and strange knowledge.

Former crow who deserted the Night's Watch and united the wildling clans. Now leads a massive army...

Kingsguard knight known for his emotionless demeanor and absolute obedience to orders.

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

Lady of House Darry, mentioned among the noble houses affected by the war in the Riverlands.

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

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

Daughter of Lord Howland Reed of Greywater Watch, she arrives at Winterfell with her brother. She...

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

A miller's wife caught up in the turmoil around Winterfell.

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

An elderly lord of House Vance, blind with age, mentioned among the Riverlands nobility.

Among the castle folk taken captive when Theon seizes Winterfell, her ancient presence representing...

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

Wildling skinchanger who can control an eagle. Killed by Jon Snow but his consciousness lives on in...

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

Continues to serve in the occupied castle while trying to avoid trouble with the ironborn soldiers...

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.

Continues to suffer abuse under changing leadership at Harrenhal. Shows the war's impact on...

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

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

A member of the Kingsguard who is killed by the mob during the riot in King's Landing while trying...

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

One of the Brave Companions sellswords following Vargo Hoat. Another criminal finding refuge in the...

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

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.

Orders Jon to kill him to maintain Jon's cover among the wildlings. Dies to save the mission.

Continues to appear to Daenerys with mysterious warnings about those around her and the path ahead.

Adapts to serve new masters while continuing his healing work and secret experiments.

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.

Ironborn captain who serves with Theon in occupying Winterfell.

Wildling raider who wears armor made of bones and rules through fear. Distrusts Jon Snow's...

Lord of House Darry, his lands ravaged by the Mountain's raids in the Riverlands.

A foul-smelling servant who accompanies the Dreadfort men. He appears twisted and broken, speaking...

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.

Dies trying to prevent Brienne from escaping, killed while pursuing her and Catelyn.

Forms alliance with potential allies while maintaining independence from both Stannis and Renly.

Remains imprisoned as Harrenhal changes hands. His capture represents the Northern losses in the...

Helps hold Storm's End for Stannis after its surrender, proving his loyalty.

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.

One of the ironborn warriors serving in Theon's small force at Winterfell.

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

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.

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

Continues his depraved behavior under different masters. Shows how war attracts and hides the worst...

His imprisonment shows not all Freys remained loyal to their lord's shifting allegiances. Some paid...

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.

His continued imprisonment reflects how some Freys remained loyal to their oaths despite their...

A knight of King's Landing who was stripped of lands and titles by King Joffrey for arriving drunk...

Fighting in the northern campaign, facing danger as the war continues.

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

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

Middle brother of the Kettleblacks, serves as an officer in the City Watch under the new command...

One of three Kettleblack brothers who serve the crown. Becomes a member of the Kingsguard after the...

Youngest of the three Kettleblack brothers. All three brothers are known for their loyalty to...

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

The grizzled master-at-arms of Winterfell, known for his loyalty to House Stark and his distinctive...

Remains hidden during the preparations for battle, as Tyrion fears for her safety.

Rickon's direwolf, black and fierce with green eyes. He is wilder and more aggressive than the...

Psychotic jester among the Brave Companions who finds killing amusing. His jokes are as twisted as...

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

Adapts to serve new masters as Harrenhal changes hands. His crude nature remains constant.

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.

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

Leader of the Thenns, the most disciplined and organized of the wildling clans. Rules with absolute...

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.

A local miller caught up in the conflicts around Winterfell.

Represent old Qarth traditions and view the Thirteen as upstart merchants, creating political...

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...

Successfully captures Winterfell with a small force. Takes Bran and Rickon prisoner, claiming to be...

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

Archer in the Brave Companions, presumably missing two toes. Skilled with a bow despite his...

Dornish criminal among the Brave Companions. His past crimes earned him a place with this company...

Leader of the Burned Men mountain clan, serves Tyrion in exchange for steel and weapons.

Boisterous wildling war leader with red hair and beard. Known for his tall tales and fierce loyalty...

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

The miller's two young sons, innocent children who work at their father's mill near Winterfell.

Goes missing during the riot in King's Landing. His disappearance is one of the many tragedies of...

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

Ironically nicknamed 'Faithful' sellsword in the Brave Companions. His loyalty only extends as far...

Dalla's sister, considered a princess among the wildlings. Beautiful and fierce.

Powerful skinchanger who controls multiple animals. One of the most feared wildlings beyond the...

Leader of the Brave Companions sellswords, known as 'The Goat' for his distinctive lisp. Switches...

Continues to serve whoever holds power while maintaining his true loyalty to the realm itself.

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

One of Lord Walder Frey's bastard sons, identified among the Frey forces gathering for the war.

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.

Theon's young mute squire, who serves him loyally though he cannot speak.

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...

Part of the wildling force that Jon must prove his loyalty to. Shows him the ways of the free folk.

Fat Dothraki sellsword in the Brave Companions. Speaks broken Common Tongue and follows Vargo...