5 Important Game Of Thrones Characters Who Weren’t In The Books

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In the book series “A Song of Ice and Fire” by George R.R. Martin, there are several important characters who were either not present or had different roles than in the HBO show “Game of Thrones.” Here are three such characters:

When transforming a book series into a movie or TV production, the adaptation process can result in significant changes. Major plotlines and characters may be altered as creative heads like showrunners and directors shape the narrative. With extensive works such as George R.R. Martin’s “A Song of Ice and Fire,” published in 1996 and credited with revitalizing the fantasy genre, it’s reasonable to assume that considerable modifications were made when it became the hit TV show “Game of Thrones” in 2011.

Although “Game of Thrones” faithfully follows the majority of George R.R. Martin’s “A Song of Ice and Fire,” there are some differences. One aspect that doesn’t take into account is the introduction of new characters in the adaptation. This was necessary due to the extensive length and character roster of the original series. To simplify Martin’s intricate world of Westeros, “Game of Thrones” creatively combined or altered existing characters, or even added fresh players. Here are five significant characters from “Game of Thrones” that don’t exist in “A Song of Ice and Fire.”

Myranda

As a gamer, I’d rephrase it like this: In “Game of Thrones,” I played the role of Myranda, portrayed by Charlotte Hope, who initially appears as a Bolton servant girl. However, as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that she harbors a dark and sinister side. In Season 3, we’re introduced to Myranda when she and another servant girl manipulate Theon Greyjoy (Alfie Allen), who is imprisoned, in a twisted and cruel scheme orchestrated by Ramsay Bolton (Iwan Rheon). We later learn that Myranda is not only Ramsay’s lover but also secretly longs for their eventual marriage. When Ramsay is forced to marry Sansa Stark (Sophie Turner) for political reasons, Myranda becomes enraged and takes out her frustration on Sansa. With both Sansa and Theon trapped in Ramsay’s captivity at Winterfell, it seems like they have no way out… until Theon, brainwashed and traumatized by Ramsay’s torture, turns against Myranda in a desperate moment, sending her over one of the ramparts and ending her life instantly.

In George R.R. Martin’s “A Song of Ice and Fire” series, there is a character named Myranda who holds a significant place in Sansa Stark’s life. Myranda is actually a member of House Royce, making her a friend to Sansa in the novels. The only connection between their portrayals in the books and the television show lies in their shared feelings of jealousy towards Sansa’s arranged marriage. In the novels, Myranda harbors hopes of marrying Harrold Hardying, a man whom Petyr Baelish (portrayed by Aidan Gillen in the show) intends for Sansa.

Talisa Stark

In George R.R. Martin’s “A Song of Ice and Fire” series and its television adaptation “Game of Thrones,” Robb Stark, portrayed by Richard Madden onscreen, makes a grave error in the name of love with far-reaching consequences. Robb, the ruler of the North waging war against the Lannisters for his father Ned Stark’s (Sean Bean) beheading, is advised by his mother Catelyn (Michelle Fairley) to enter into a politically advantageous marriage. Without Robb’s explicit approval, Catelyn agrees to marry him to one of Walder Frey’s (David Bradley) daughters. This creates complications when Robb encounters the enchanting healer Talisa Maegyr (Oona Chaplin) and falls deeply in love.

As a gamer retelling this intricate storyline from “Game of Thrones,” I’d say:

Locke

As a dedicated “Game of Thrones” fan and avid gamer, I’d rephrase that as follows: In the intriguing world of “Game of Thrones,” the House Bolton, represented by their grisly sigil – a flayed man – is home to an infamous character named Locke. Serving under Lord Roose Bolton and seemingly working in the shadows for the powerful Tywin Lannister, Locke is a formidable man-at-arms.

In the novels, Locke eventually reaches the Wall and manages to win over Jon Snow, then the Lord Commander of the Night’s Watch, despite being there on Roose Bolton’s orders with the mission to locate Bran and Rickon Stark. Unbeknownst to Jon, Bran uses his ability to “warg” into his loyal servant Hodor, resulting in Locke’s demise at Bran’s hands. Essentially, Locke serves as a less complex counterpart to Vargo Hoat, the leader of the sellsword company, the Brave Companions, who are infamous for their cruel and brutal actions.

Olly

As a gamer, I’d put it this way: I played Olly in “Game of Thrones,” a character known for his intense dislike of wildlings. Living peacefully with my family in a northern village, my world was shattered when Ygritte and her band of wildlings attacked. Although it made sense for me to hate them, I took things too far in two critical moments. In the Season 4 finale, I brutally killed Ygritte during her confrontation with Jon. But my actions in the Season 5 finale were even more heinous. Over an entire season, my resentment towards Jon grew as he embraced and defended the wildlings. When an army of the dead approached, I joined a group of mutineers who betrayed Jon and left him for dead, ultimately causing his near-fatal injury.

Following the upbringing by Melisandre, the Red Priestess, at the onset of Season 6, Jon takes decisive action. He orders Olly and other betrayers hanged at Castle Black. The crowd that supports Jon watches in shock as he carries out this brutal act. It’s disturbing to see one of our beloved heroes, Jon, take a young life – but Olly had literally betrayed him, striking him in the heart with a knife. Olly is an amalgamation of several book characters, such as Bowen Marsh and a young steward named Satin. Moreover, he contributes to resolving one enigma, as the novels don’t reveal Ygritte’s killer.

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2024-07-13 21:00