Khal Pono Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 It is an interesting point, and you could have made your own thread about it, IMO.Pate is probably my favorite prologue/epilogue guy. But I really love Maester Cressen. I love his struggle trying to sway Stannis towards peace with his brothers, thinking as a father figure (he practically raised the Baratheons). He also reflected Davos' maddest point against Melisandre before Davos got there himself. It's a shame such a major character had so little exposure.Thanks, I've taken you up on your suggestion:http://asoiaf.westeros.org/index.php/topic/89555-asoiafs-prologues-and-epilogues-on-merret-and-literary-merit/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lion of Judah Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 1) Dany- I'm a sucker for a strong female character, I love Dany2) Catelyn- Same as Dany, but I really didn't appreciated her until my re-read. Shame on me.3) Arya- I don't know why, but everytime I read an Arya POV I'm afraid.4) Cersei- I enjoyed being in the mind of a psychopath5) Sansa- Her POV had me on edge a lot, I think that was a good thing6) Davos- I have never been disappointed by a Davos POV7) Bran- a bit slow at times, but a lot of valuable info in his POV8) Theon- Best written POV in ADWD9) Eddard- only one book, but I enjoyed him10) Oberyn-he really enhanced Tyrion's chapters in ASOS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Drunkard Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Reek/TheonStannisCatelynJaimeSansaTyrion SandorThe NedVarysDavos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morienthar Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 JaimeTheonSansaDanyDavosStannisThe Cleganes both of em.LittlefingerVarys/Bob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealbando Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 EDIT: Also, you listed Jaime twice.I was wondering why Davos didn`t make my top 10... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramsay the Bastard Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 1. Theon2. Sansa3. Joffrey4. Tywin5. Sandor6. Jaime7. Stannis8. Davos9. Ned Stark10. Jorah Mormont Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hound Dog Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Wow, this is tricky, these books are overflowing with rich well written characters! But off the top of my head and in no particular order:JaimeSandorAryaTywinTyrionSansaStannisSamNedSer Jorah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honey Bee Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 1. Sandor Clegane2.Theon Greyjoy3. Catelyn Tully4.Sansa Stark5. Arya Stark6. Jamie Lannister7. Howland Reed8. Davos9. Cersie Lannister10. Eddard Stark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samsaptakas Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Almost all the characters are well written, even the minor ones are interesting. But, Theon had remained the most complex, interesting character ever since he was introduced. Enough had been said about Jaime, Stannis, Hound, Catylen.TheonJaimeAeron ( one of the most unique character, in the series. Dark thoughts, and author hints at much dark stuff in future books)Victarion - the level of hate and love, he can inspire in reader, makes him a controversial.StannisTyrion - his dance and storm arc is brilliant.catylenJorahDavosVarys/Littlefinger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealbando Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Almost all the characters are well written, even the minor ones are interesting. But, Theon had remained the most complex, interesting character ever since he was introduced. Enough had been said about Jaime, Stannis, Hound, Catylen.Theon1. Sandor Clegane2.Theon Greyjoy1. TheonTheon8) Theon- Best written POV in ADWD2. TheonThis isn't easy but let's see:1. Littlefinger/Theon GreyjoyThis is tough, but I'll give it a go. In no particular order and absolutely not reflective of my favorites, my top ten are:Theon as ReekTheon's arc in ADWD alone puts him in the top spot for me.I think Jaime, Davos, Arya, Jon, Tyrion and Catelyn are also written well.I guess my loose top 10 would be:1. Theon (solid #1, everything else is in no real order)2) Theon GreyjoyUp until I joined the forum I was feeling guilty about enjoying Theon`s ADWD chapters so much. I thought those were some, if not the best chapters in the entire series. I felt very relieved when I found out that I wasn`t the only one who liked them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northbound Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 In my eyes Jamie is far and away, the best written character in the series.2. Tyrion2A. Theon3. Arya3A. Stannis4. Davos5. Cat6. Ned7. Jon8. Bran9. Dany10. Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honey Bee Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Up until I joined the forum I was feeling guilty about enjoying Theon`s ADWD chapters so much. I thought those were some, if not the best chapters in the entire series. I felt very relieved when I found out that I wasn`t the only one who liked them.I skipped a head thru most of Theon's chapters in ADWD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northbound Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 I skipped a head thru most of Theon's chapters in ADWDYou really missed out on a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuriousGeorge Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 +1 for Jaime being the best written.So hard to separate all the others. The only main characters I can think of who I don't think are that compelling are Brienne and Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~DarkHorse~ Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 1. Davos, for his depth of character, constant internal struggles and emotional attachment to readers. Especially since it's easy to write an evil character everyone hates but not easy to write a good character people will like.2. Cersei as she is pretty much a Godsend to any author for her frustrating personality and you cannot help but read on when she is about.3. Jon as he is developing in a manner that people can relate to, which many other characters don't have. He's the most "real" character other than Davos.4. Varys, for his brilliantly intriguing role as a subtle, behind-the-scenes character.5. Littlefinger, for the same reasons as Varys.6. Robert, as he was actually a brilliantly engaging character and a suitably tragic almost-hero who creates his own demise.7. Jaime, whose monologue in the bath completely changed his character and how the audience views him within minutes.8. Stannis, whose steady rise to power has been balanced by his internal torment, especially following Renly's death.9. Ned, who manages to be the perfect & frustrating protagonist who does the opposite of what the audience would.10. Ghost, who manages to have character without saying a word.ETA: Tyrion would've made the list before A Dance with Dragons, but his annoyingly repetitive recollection about his father's death got irritating the second time it was mentioned and infuriating by the twentieth.I pretty much agree with these. However, Theon would be in there for his constant conflict over identity.Also, Robb (and his plot) was very well written, he was a character with a tragic demise that most authors wouldn't dare create. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honey Bee Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 You really missed out on a lot.I'm sorry, worded that wrong, I skipped other chapters to read ahead in Theon's chapters -- I couldn't get enough of his chapters, I needed to know he was gonna get through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northbound Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 I'm sorry, worded that wrong, I skipped other chapters to read ahead in Theon's chapters -- I couldn't get enough of his chapters, I needed to know he was gonna get through.LMAO, now that makes sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honey Bee Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 LMAO, now that makes sense.I'ma goof! It's early here, what can I say lmao :dunno: :drunk: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Mac Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 For POV characters1. Jaime2. Theon/Reek3. Catelyn4. Sansa5. Cersei6. Tyrion7. Bran8. Davos9. Arya10. Jon SnowFor Non-POV: Stannis, LF, Roose, Tywin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King of the Bastards Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Almost all the characters are well written, even the minor ones are interesting. But, Theon had remained the most complex, interesting character ever since he was introduced. Enough had been said about Jaime, Stannis, Hound, Catylen.TheonJaimeAeron ( one of the most unique character, in the series. Dark thoughts, and author hints at much dark stuff in future books)Victarion - the level of hate and love, he can inspire in reader, makes him a controversial.StannisTyrion - his dance and storm arc is brilliant.catylenJorahDavosVarys/Littlefingerwanted to throw victarion in, but saw you just did. i just love the pure ignorance of the man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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