20. The Sand Snakes




Admittedly, we’re cheating by putting Obara, Nymeria, and Tyene under one number but Oberyn Martell’s bastard daughters function as a deadly unit.

 

19. Brynden Tully




As the only survivor of the Red Wedding, the blackfish became hell-bent on retaking Riverrun and died protecting his castle. 


18. Meera Reed




After fighting off White Walkers and losing her brother while doing most of the heavy lifting through seasons 3-7, what does she get in return? Nothing! Not even a hug from Bran. 


17. Grey Worm




The leader of the Unsullied kicked serious ass when his army ransacked Casterly Rock. He’s got more balls than any other warrior with their parts intact.


16. Oberyn Martell




The Red Viper had the swaggiest battle style as he deftly moves around while handling his, uh, spear. Too bad he’s a bit of a showoff too which proved to be his downfall. 


15. Beric Dondarrion



Who needs Valyrian steel when you’ve got +10 firepower on your sword like the leader of brotherhood without banners? 


14. Daario Naharis




The former lieutenant of the Second Sons is the chillest warrior around. We stan a man whose only other job aside from brawling is pleasuring his Dragon Queen in a FWB setup (fighter with benefits).


13. Jaqen H’ghar




You never really saw the faceless assassin in action but the aftermath of his killing spree is satisfying to watch.


12. Jorah Mormont




He may be Ser Friendzone to his Khaleesi but Jorah is a beloved character and a badass in his own right. Not even the Dothraki can faze this grizzled warrior.

11. Bronn




Ser Bronn of the Blackwater and current Lord of Highgarden is the most pragmatic fight that we’ve ever seen in the series. It must be the reason why he’s survived this long in the game.


10. Khal Drogo




Death by wound infection aside, we’ll always be thankful to Jason Momoa for giving us man-spiration as the king of the Dothraki. 


9. Jaime Lannister




Ser Jaime’s combat prowess leveled up after growing a beard and losing his dominant hand. He even did us all a favor and offed the smarmy Euron Greyjoy.

8. Tormund



The leader of the Free Folk must be on to something with his Giant’s milk protein shake because he pulls off impressive melee moves.


6. Sandor Cleganebowl




The Hound is a one-man murdering machine that’s survived a beatdown by fellow badasses Berric and Brienne. Cleganebowl was well worth the wait.


6. Cersei Lannister




We’ll never forget her pentakill on the Sept of Baelor, which caused massive AoE damage.


5. Jon Snow




Jon may know nothing and look mopey for the remainder of the series but he’s proven his fighting skills time and again. He gets plus points for having Ghost by his side.


4. Daenerys Targaryen 




The mother of dragons spread fire and blood throughout the Westeros and the free lands. She even did a little impromptu swordfighting during the battle of Winterfell. Sucks about that whole mad queen issue (Special mention to Drogon for providing most of the firepower).


3. Brienne of Tarth




Ser Brienne of Tarth emerged victorious from most of her battles and can even do PvP against a newly minted assassin Arya.

2. Arya Stark




A girl may have no name, but this girl’s got game and can insta-kill the Night King. Her most satisfying slay remains to be gutting the entire House Frey. 


1. Lyanna Mormont




Lyanna died as she lived, making anyone physically larger into her bitch.