Who is Arya in the Game of Thrones?

Last Modified Feb 27, 2024 08:13 GMT
Who is Arya in the Game of Thrones?
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Arya Stark is a fictional character in Game Of Thrones, who starts as a headstrong child and transforms into a formidable assassin. Arya is the third child and second daughter of Lord Eddard Stark and Lady Catelyn Stark. Her siblings are Robb Stark, Sansa Stark, Rickon Stark, Brand Stark, and a half-brother Jon Snow. She is known for her rebellious spirit and always longs to master the craft of swordsmanship, which is uncommon among the girls in Westeros.

What does Arya Stark do in Game Of Thrones?

Arya early on in the show, rejects the idea of traditional customs like sewing and being ladylike. She is always on the lookout for adventure, receives a sword from her half-brother Jon Snow, and names it Needle. She secretly trains under Syrio Forel, mastering the fighting style known as Water Dance. Her father Ned Stark, is falsely accused and executed in front of her eyes. She flees Kings Landing.

After being in various places, and going through hard times, she arrives in Braavos, for training under the Faceless Men. Arya never forgets her family and the injustice done to them. She uses her training to become a skilled assassin. She has a list of people who wronged her and her family and later goes on a killing spree of the people on the list. Ultimately goes back home and fights together with her family against the white walkers.

Who played Arya in Game of Thrones?

Maise Williams played the role of Arya Stark in Game of Thrones and this was her first role as an actor, as she played Arya at the young age of 12. Williams performed many of her stunts throughout the series. William's portrayal of Arya got critical acclaim and became one of the favourites of the fans throughout the series.

She was the youngest nominee for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress just at the age of 14. She also received two Emmy Award nominations and a Golden Globe nomination.

What is the Kill List of Arya Stark?

The Kill List was created by Arya Stark following the death of Ned Stark and the Red Wedding. The list comprises a list of names that wronged the family Stark, they are as follows;

  • The Hound

  • Meryn Tyrant

  • Joffrey Baratheon

  • Melisandre

  • Thoros

  • Cersei Lannister

  • Ser Ilyn Payne

  • Polliver

  • The Mountain

  • Rorge

  • Walder Fray

  • Tywin Lannister

  • Beric Dondarrion

  • Littlefinger

  • The Night King

FAQs on Arya in the Game of Thrones?

A. Arya's dire wolf is named Nymeria. Direwolves are large, powerful wolves with mystical connections to their Stark owners. Nymeria disappears early in the series, but their bond remains strong.

A. Arya's smallsword is called Needle. It is a gift from her half-brother Jon Snow and becomes a symbol of her strength, rebellion, and identity throughout the story.

A. Arya trains in two distinct styles throughout the series: Water Dance and the Faceless Men style.

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