The incredible fantasy series is known by audiences for its characters with ruthless ambitions and complex politics.
He posed briefly as the hand of the King,steadfast in his morals and sense of duty.
Though Ned didnt last long inGame of Thrones, his actions played a big part throughout.
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Melisandre’smight and influence come from fear and faith.
Wielding incredible powers and even burning royals, Melisandre steers Stanniss military campaigns using prophecy-driven decisions to shift battles.
As the Queen consort to Robert Baratheon, Cerseis significance grows within the shows plot after Roberts death.
Varys is definitely an underrated character,hidden well among the major playersofthe 21st-century fantasy drama.
Petyr Littlefinger Baelish (Aidan Gillen) is introduced as a minor noble with overreaching ambitions.
It soon becomes clear that the character is full of slyness with a penchant for manipulating friend and foe.
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Littlefinger is a mastermindwho fans both appreciate for his brilliant manipulation, yet hate for the chaos he causes.
Quickly, fans' perception changed as she walked through flames with the first dragons seen in a century.
ThroughoutGame of Thrones, Daenerys becomesfeared, respected, and worshiped.
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The ending pretty much butchered her character, but her influence throughout the show’s eight seasons is undeniable.
Tyrions clever political tactics have molded the balance of power at various times.
He continuously provesthat wit and diplomacy are just as great as sword and fire.
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In the end, a very small man can indeed cast a very large shadow.
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