Escapes the wildlings and returns to Castle Black to warn of the coming attack. Ygritte pursues him...

Prince of Dorne who arrives in King's Landing for Joffrey's wedding. Known for his skill with...

Killed by Jon Snow when he tries to prevent Jon's escape back to Castle Black.

Forced to marry Sansa Stark as part of his father's political machinations. Treats her kindly...

Wildling woman who becomes Jon Snow's lover despite his vows. Teaches him the ways of the free folk.

Knight of House Marbrand who serves as a commander in the Lannister forces.

Ancient maester of the Night's Watch, blind but wise. Reveals he is a Targaryen prince who gave up...

Beautiful daughter of Chataya who works in her mother's establishment.

Daughter of Walder Frey present at Edmure's wedding.

Young Frey girl, granddaughter of Walder Frey.

Lord of Yronwood, one of the most powerful vassals of House Martell.

Skilled archer who serves in the Brotherhood Without Banners, known for his exceptional aim.

Captain of guards to Prince Doran, a Norvoshi warrior with a longaxe.

Daughter and heir of Prince Doran, beautiful and ambitious princess of Dorne.

Another Frey son involved in the betrayal of the Stark forces.

Captured by the Hound after he kills Beric Dondarrion in single combat, though Beric is later...

Member of the Kingsguard who sometimes shows reluctance to follow the cruelest orders.

Honorable knight of the Kingsguard who tries to maintain some dignity in his position.

Former Lord Commander of the Kingsguard, dismissed by Joffrey, now disguised as 'Arstan Whitebeard'...

One of Walder Frey's daughters at the wedding betrayal.

Former fighting slave from Meereen who serves Daenerys, massive eunuch who loves to fight.

Knight serving in the Lannister forces during the War of Five Kings.

Another son of Walder Frey present at the massacre.

Killed in single combat by the Hound but resurrected again, showing his divine protection.

Fat, cowardly member of the Kingsguard who follows orders but lacks true courage or honor.

Stark boy with growing powers of warging and greensight, travels north seeking the three-eyed crow.

Tall, powerful woman knight sworn to Catelyn Stark, tasked with escorting Jaime Lannister south.

Sellsword turned knight who serves Tyrion for gold rather than honor.

Another son of Walder Frey who takes part in the massacre.

Maester serving House Martell in Sunspear.

Releases Jaime Lannister hoping to secure Sansa and Arya's freedom, much to everyone's anger.

Queen Mother who rules through her son Joffrey, paranoid and increasingly isolated after the war.

Elegant proprietress of an upscale brothel in King's Landing, from the Summer Isles.

Septon of Winterfell, killed when Theon took the castle.

Killed by outlaws while traveling with Jaime and Brienne.

One of the many Frey sons involved in the massacre.

Mysterious figure who appears to be an undead Night's Watch brother but retains his humanity. Helps...

Killed by the mutineers at his own keep after the disaster at the Fist of the First Men.

Tyroshi sellsword captain who betrays his company to join Daenerys, bringing her the heads of his...

Bastard knight who accompanies Oberyn to King's Landing as part of his entourage.

Takes Yunkai through siege and negotiation, freeing more slaves and growing her following.

Lord of Kingsgrave, another of Dorne's important vassals.

Mance Rayder's pregnant wife, a wildling woman of strong character.

Another Lannister cousin serving in the family's forces.

Another son of Walder Frey present at the massacre.

Lannister cousin and knight, one of the family's military leaders.

Walder Frey's daughter present at the wedding.

Member of the Brotherhood Without Banners, fights for justice in the Riverlands.

Knight of House Dalt who serves in Oberyn's entourage to King's Landing.

Young member of the Brotherhood Without Banners, known for his lack of facial hair.

Son of Walder Frey present at the wedding betrayal.

Member of House Haigh present at the wedding massacre.

Disgraced knight who serves as the court fool after Sansa saved his life from Joffrey's wrath.

Prince of Dorne and elder brother to Oberyn, known for his cautious and patient approach to...

Largest and most aggressive of Daenerys's three dragons, named after her deceased husband Khal...

Gloomy but reliable brother of the Night's Watch known for his pessimistic outlook and dry humor.

Brother to Catelyn Stark and heir to Riverrun. Set to marry a Frey girl to repair the alliance.

Bastard daughter of a Dornish lord and paramour of Prince Oberyn Martell.

Son of Walder Frey married to Genna Lannister, making him Tywin's brother-in-law.

Kennelmaster of Winterfell, killed when Theon took the castle.

Another knight of House Brax serving in Lannister forces.

Knight of House Prester in service to the Lannisters.

Aged lord of Skyreach, warden of the Prince's Pass.

Second son of Mace Tyrell, known for his skill in combat and courteous demeanor.

Knight of House Greenfield serving in the Lannister forces.

Sister to Tywin Lannister, married to Emmon Frey, connecting the houses.

Another son of Walder Frey present at the massacre.

Flees with Sam after Craster's murder, carrying her newborn son south of the Wall.

Wise Master of Yunkai who negotiates with Daenerys for the city's surrender.

Tyroshi member of the Brotherhood Without Banners, distinguished by his dyed green beard.

Massive knight in service to Tywin Lannister, known for his cruelty and enormous strength.

One of Jon's friends in the Night's Watch, slow but loyal and brave.

Unsullied commander chosen by lot to lead the eunuch warriors serving Daenerys.

Female wildling leader who commands her own band and is known for her ferocity.

Lord of Hellholt, one of the Dornish nobles loyal to House Martell.

Former guardsman of Winterfell who now serves with the Brotherhood, recognizes Arya.

Another Haigh knight allied with the Freys in their betrayal.

The High Septon who performs marriages and oversees religious ceremonies in King's Landing.

Simple-minded stable boy who can only say 'Hodor', carries Bran on their journey north.

One of the many Frey sons present at the wedding massacre.

Another of Walder Frey's sons, named after Lord Hoster Tully.

Lord of Greywater Watch, father to Jojen and Meera, fought alongside Ned Stark at the Tower of Joy.

Outlaw of the Brotherhood, known for his supposed good fortune.

Returns to King's Landing fundamentally changed. His relationship with Cersei is strained by his...

Exiled prince from the Summer Isles who frequents the court seeking support to reclaim his throne.

Killed by his own men in a mutiny at Craster's Keep after the disaster at the Fist of the First Men.

One of the many Frey daughters attending the wedding at the Twins.

Daughter of a minor Westerlands lord whom Robb marries after taking her maidenhead, breaking his...

Young crannogman with greensight who guides Bran north to find the three-eyed crow.

Massive lord of Last Hearth and one of Robb's most loyal and boisterous supporters.

Another son of Walder Frey present at the wedding betrayal.

Exiled knight who serves as Daenerys's most loyal advisor and protector, secretly in love with her.

Brutal brother who leads the mutiny that kills Lord Commander Mormont at Craster's Keep.

Distant cousin of the main Lannister line, serves in their military.

Tywin's younger brother and most trusted lieutenant, competent administrator and military leader.

Good Master of Astapor who sells Daenerys the Unsullied, only to be burned alive by her dragon.

Outlaw of the Brotherhood Without Banners fighting against injustice in the Riverlands.

Walder Frey's daughter present at the wedding massacre.

Tywin's nephew, a young knight who served as Robert's squire and has secrets about the former...

Member of the Brotherhood Without Banners known for his distinctive yellow cloak.

Knight of House Lefford, one of the Westerlands houses serving Tywin.

Knight from a family allied to the Freys, present at the wedding conspiracy.

Simple-minded daughter of Lady Tanda, considered an undesirable match by most lords.

Young knight of exceptional beauty and skill, member of the Kingsguard. Brother to Margaery.

Wildling raider who wears armor made of bones and leads his own band of followers.

Intelligent but physically impaired son of Walder Frey, involved in wedding planning.

One of Walder Frey's many sons, attends the wedding massacre.

Member of the Brotherhood Without Banners with a reputation for luck.

Member of the Brotherhood Without Banners, one of the outlaws fighting for justice.

Former maester of Winterfell, killed when Theon took the castle, loved the Stark children.

Powerful knight of House Crakehall known for his strength and size.

Daughter of Walder Frey present at Edmure's wedding.

Lord of Highgarden and father to Margaery. A proud but not overly bright man manipulated by his...

Former crow who united the wildling clans into a massive army. Plans to lead his people south of...

Beautiful young woman who befriends Sansa Stark as part of the Tyrell plan to marry her to Willas.

Member of House Vance present at Edmure's wedding.

One of Walder Frey's many daughters present at the wedding.

One of the many sons of Walder Frey present at the massacre.

Skilled crannogwoman who protects Bran with her net, spear, and hunting skills.

Walder Frey's daughter, present at the wedding that becomes a massacre.

One of the many Frey sons, not particularly distinguished but participates in family schemes.

Son of Walder Frey present at the wedding betrayal.

Cruel member of the Kingsguard known for beating Sansa and following Joffrey's orders without...

Blacksmith of Winterfell, killed when Theon took the castle.

Young scribe and translator from Naath who serves Daenerys after being freed from slavery.

The court fool, a simple-minded jester who entertains the nobles with his antics.

Another son of Walder Frey involved in the wedding massacre.

Another Frey daughter at the wedding betrayal.

Another outlaw in the Brotherhood Without Banners, fights alongside Beric.

Sweet young princess, daughter of Cersei and sister to Joffrey and Tommen.

Archer in the Brotherhood Without Banners, serves under Anguy.

Ancient servant of Winterfell, Hodor's great-grandmother who told the Stark children stories.

Sharp-tongued matriarch of House Tyrell who shows interest in Sansa Stark for political purposes.

Third of the Kettleblack brothers, serves as an officer in the City Watch.

Wildling spearwife who serves the Starks, practical and protective of the children.

New member of the Kingsguard, one of three brothers who serve the crown for gold rather than honor.

One of three Kettleblack brothers who serve as sellswords and spies in King's Landing.

Serving girl at Winterfell who was killed or fled when Theon took the castle.

Member of the Brotherhood Without Banners, a common man fighting for justice.

One of Walder Frey's sons who attends the wedding betrayal.

Master of Coin who orchestrates complex schemes for personal advancement and revenge.

Son of Walder Frey who attends the wedding betrayal.

Tyrion's young and loyal squire who saved his life at the Blackwater.

Ghiscari captain of the Second Sons, killed by Daario when he switches sides.

Elderly Grand Maester who serves the Iron Throne, loyal to House Lannister.

Quick-witted friend of Jon Snow, serves as a steward in the Night's Watch.

Younger son of Prince Doran, sent away for fostering and political purposes.

Former maester stripped of his chain for forbidden experiments. Treats Jaime's infected stump.

Cowardly and cruel brother of the Night's Watch who joins the mutiny at Craster's Keep.

Last knight of House Darry, serves Robb Stark despite his house's destruction.

Knight of House Frey who participates in the betrayal of their guests.

Knight serving House Lannister in their military campaigns.

Green dragon named after Daenerys's brother Rhaegar, one of her three children.

Executed by Robb Stark for murdering prisoners, costing Robb crucial support.

Marries Jeyne Westerling after taking her maidenhead, breaking his betrothal to a Frey girl to...

Knight of House Brax from the Westerlands, serves the Lannisters.

One of Walder Frey's sons who takes part in the massacre.

Former master-at-arms of Winterfell, killed by Theon when he took the castle.

Lord of the Dreadfort and one of Robb's bannermen, known for his quiet demeanor and cruel practices.

Young Frey daughter chosen to marry Edmure Tully. One of the more pleasant Frey children.

Son of Walder Frey who attends the wedding massacre.

Eldest son of Walder Frey and heir to the Twins, present at the wedding.

Co-captain of the Second Sons, killed by Daario when he betrays the company.

Kills an Other with an obsidian dagger, earning the name 'Sam the Slayer' though he feels it's...

Former Kingsguard who fled King's Landing after the Battle of the Blackwater, now a wanted man.

Son of Walder Frey attending the upcoming wedding at the Twins.

Forced to marry Tyrion Lannister, ruining the Tyrell's plans but placing her in a different kind of...

Septa who serves in the Red Keep.

Another Frey daughter attending Edmure's wedding at the Twins.

Tyrion's secret lover, a young woman from Lys who serves as Sansa's maid.

Rickon's black direwolf, wild and aggressive like his young master.

Another daughter of Walder Frey at the wedding massacre.

Village man who follows Bran's group, named for his squinting eyes.

Knight of House Frey present at the betrayal.

Leader of the Thenns, a more organized and disciplined tribe of wildlings who practice cannibalism.

Bran's direwolf, shares a deep bond with him through warging.

One of the many Frey sons who participates in the family's betrayal.

Minor noble lady who constantly tries to marry her daughter Lollys to any available lord.

Notorious wildling raider known for his cruelty and the tears tattooed on his face.

Red priest who follows R'hllor and has the power to resurrect Beric Dondarrion from death.

Minstrel and spy for the Brotherhood Without Banners, uses his music to gather information.

Boastful wildling leader and one of Mance Rayder's chief lieutenants, known for his tall tales.

Youngest son of Prince Doran, betrothed to Princess Myrcella.

Simple-minded man from a village near Winterfell who joins Bran's group.

Son of Walder Frey present at the wedding betrayal.

Young Lannister cousin who disappeared during the riot in King's Landing, presumed dead.

Daughter of Walder Frey present at Edmure's wedding.

Walder Frey's daughter present at the wedding massacre.

Lord of Casterly Rock and Hand of the King, orchestrates political marriages to secure Lannister...

Knight of House Uller in Oberyn's party traveling to King's Landing.

Beautiful wildling woman, sister to Mance Rayder's wife Dalla.

Wildling skinchanger who can control multiple animals, one of Mance's most valuable allies.

Leader of the Brave Companions, a sellsword company. Orders Jaime's hand cut off.

The Spider, master of whispers who claims to serve the realm while playing complex political games.

Cream and gold dragon named after Daenerys's brother Viserys, gentlest of her three dragons.

Another bastard son of Walder Frey, present at the wedding.

Bolton man-at-arms who escorts Jaime from Harrenhal to King's Landing.

Son of Walder Frey present at the wedding massacre.

Son of Walder Frey present at the wedding betrayal.

Former miller who joined the Brotherhood after his mill was burned in the war.

Knight of House Frey present at the betrayal of their Stark guests.

Son of Walder Frey attending the upcoming wedding at the Twins.

Heir to Highgarden, crippled in a jousting accident. The Tyrells plan to marry him to Sansa Stark.

Knight in service to House Frey, attends the wedding betrayal.

Son of Walder Frey present at the wedding massacre.

Another of Walder Frey's daughters attending the wedding at the Twins.