An ancient order sworn to guard the Wall, the colossal ice fortification that separates the Seven Kingdoms from the wilderness beyond. Brothers of the Watch take vows of celibacy and service for life, forsaking all claims and allegiances. Once a noble calling, the Watch has dwindled to a skeleton force of criminals, bastards, and the unwanted.

The former ruling dynasty of the Seven Kingdoms, who conquered Westeros three centuries ago with dragonfire. Deposed in Robert's Rebellion, the surviving Targaryens live in exile across the Narrow Sea, dreaming of reclaiming their throne. Their words: Fire and Blood.