Game of Thronesrevolutionized the television landscape in the new millennium.

Like many other characters inGame of Thrones, Beric believes himself to be guided by a higher power.

Pycelledoesn’t get enough credit for being one of the best players in the game.

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She eventually rises in importance, helping manage Littlefinger’s affairs as a secretary of sorts.

However, she also becomes one of Varys' informats, which logically doesn’t end well for her.

Ros is yetanother victim of the wheel that crushes all those below.

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Nine noble families fight for control over the lands of Westeros while an ancient enemy returns after being dormant for millennia.

She tries to find a better life for herself but places her trust in all the wrong places.

Esme Bianco injects Ros with warmth and charisma, making herlikable and easy to root for.

If only she had been born in the right house, Ros could’ve ruled King’s Landing.

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37Roose Bolton

Played by Michael McElhatton

“The Lannisters send their regards.”

One of the greatest villains inGame of Thrones, Roose Bolton remains infamous among fans of the medieval show.

In Westeros, however, Qyburn is a freak, a title he flaunts proudly.

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35Ygritte

Played by Rose Leslie

“You know nothing, Jon Snow.”

The Wildling Ygritte (Rose Leslie) is a key figure throughout Seasons 2, 3, and 4.

Meera is amongthe most underappreciated characters inGame of Thrones.

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She is solely responsible for getting Bran back to Winterfell after their time in the Three-Eyed Raven’s cave.

Meera iscourageous, independent, and incredibly strong, physically and emotionally.

She endured the death of her brother because she understood her role in Bran’s story.

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33Ramsay Bolton

Played by Iwan Rheon

Game of Throneshad no shortage of great villains.

However, there’s an interesting and even admirable quality to such a straightforward characterization.

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