History of Westeros
Founded during the Age of Heroes at the end of the Long Night, this ancient order was established with the purpose of defending the realm from the Others, however, it more frequently defends against wildling invaders.
What is the Night's Watch?
The most populous city in Westeros, this location is home to famous monuments like the Red Keep, the Iron Throne, the Dragonpit, and the Great Sept of Baelor.
What is King's Landing?
Grey direwolf on a white field, “Winter is Coming”
What is House Stark?
"You know nothing, Jon Snow."
Who is Ygritte?
In the A Dance with Dragons, exiled lord Jon Connington (omitted from the show) contracts the disease greyscale when traveling with Tyrion Lannister down the Rhoyne, whereas in season 5, this character contracts the disease when traveling with Tyrion through the ruins of Old Valyria.
Who is Ser Jorah Mormont?
Built by Harren the Black to be the largest castle in Westeros, this fortress was famously burned by Aegon I Targaryen's dragon Balerion in 2 BC at the beginning of Aegon's Conquest, and has since been viewed as a dark, ruined, and seemingly haunted place.
What is Harrenhal?
Governed by House Hightower, this aptly-named city is the oldest and richest city in Westeros, and is home to the Hightower, the Citadel, and the Starry Sept.
What is Oldtown?
Gold lion on a crimson red field, “Hear Me Roar!”
What is House Lannister?
“When you play the game of thrones, you win or you die. There is no middle ground.”
Who is Cersei Lannister?
In season 3, this character remains dead following the Red Wedding, while in A Storm of Swords, the Brotherhood Without Banners resurrects them at the cost of Beric Dondarrion's life.
Who is Catelyn Stark?
This southern kingdom was the only one of the Seven Kingdoms to resist Targaryen conquering, instead willfully pledging fealty to the Iron Throne in 187 AC after a marriage.
What is Dorne?
This ancient fortress, located in the Vale of Arryn, is known for its impregnable defenses and the Moon Door, through which the condemned are cast to their deaths.
What is the Eyrie?
Black crowned stag on a golden field, “Ours is the Fury”
What is House Baratheon?
“The night is dark and full of terrors.”
Who is Melisandre?
In A Dance with Dragons, Jon Snow sends a mission to this wildling settlement and learns about its status from eyewitness accounts. In season 5, Jon leads the mission himself, accompanied by Tormund Giantsbane and Dolorous Edd Tollett.
What is Hardhome?
This Targaryen king was the father of Daenerys Targaryen and the last Targaryen ruler before the dynasty was ended by Robert's Rebellion in 283 AC.
Who is Aerys II Targareyn, or "the Mad King"?
The seat of House Lannister, this castle stands 2,100 feet tall, making it three times taller than the Wall. It is also rich with gold mines, which are the source of the family's wealth.
What is Casterly Rock?
Gold kraken on a black field, “We Do Not Sow”
What is House Greyjoy?
“I wish I was the monster you think I am. I wish I had enough poison for the whole pack of you. I would gladly give my life to watch you all swallow it.”
Who is Tyrion Lannister?
In A Storm of Swords, Robb Stark marries a minor noblewoman from the Westerlands named Jeyne Westerling. In season 2, he marries this nurse from Volantis.
Who is Talisa Maegyr?
This Targaryen war of succession, fought from 129-131 AC, pitted Viserys I Targaryen's daughter Rhaenyra against his son Aegon II, with their factions known as the blacks and the greens.
What is the Dance of the Dragons?
This city, located on the northwestern coast of Essos, is known for its beautiful canals, elegant architecture, and as a major center of commerce and culture. It is also home to the Iron Bank and the House of Black and White, the base of operations for the Faceless Men.
What is Braavos?
Red sun pierced by a golden spear on orange, “Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken”
What is House Martell?
“When the snows fall and the white winds blow, the lone wolf dies, but the pack survives.”
Who is Eddard Stark?
In A Feast for Crows, Arianne Martell (omitted from the show) concocts a plot to crown this character queen of Westeros, but they are scarred during Dornish infighting. In season 5, they are poisoned with a kiss by Ellaria Sand, ultimately dying in Jaime Lannister’s arms.
Who is Myrcella Baratheon?