In the captivating world of HBO's 'Game of Thrones,' or the original 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series by George R.R. Martin, we often focus on the intricate human dramas and the complex interplay of noble houses vying for power. However, as Ned Stark frequently reminded us, "Winter is coming!" And with winter comes a host of mythical creatures that are just as central to this epic tale. In this legendary universe, non-human entities abound, but which one is the mightiest? Here's a ranked list to uncover the most powerful mythical beings of Westeros.
Once dwelling beyond the Wall, giants were a formidable race, now believed to be extinct following the Battle of Castle Black. These colossal beings had their own society and prophecies, but to the southerners, they were mere legends. Stories tell of Bran the Builder constructing the Wall with their help, though some claim he enslaved them. Today, the last of the giants serve as wights in the Night King's army.
The enigmatic Children of the Forest are said to be the original inhabitants of Westeros, living there long before the arrival of the First Men.
These reanimated corpses, part of the Night King's undead legion, pose a significant threat. Wights, resurrected from humans or animals, are tough to kill and fear fire. Their only permanent demise comes from burning weapons, making dragons their natural enemies.
Created by the Lord of Light, shadows are demonic entities used for assassination and dangerous missions. Stannis Baratheon and Melisandre famously summoned one to kill Renly Baratheon. These intangible beings vanish once their task is complete, returning to the darkness from whence they came.
The Deep Ones are legendary humanoid creatures believed to have existed during the Age of Dawn.
To the southerners, the White Walkers are mere myths, kept at bay by the Wall. With the Wall now destroyed, they march on Westeros, led by the Night King, who can raise the dead to serve him. While his ultimate motives remain unclear, his power is undeniable, yet he ranks only fifth on our list.
The sigil of House Greyjoy, krakens are believed extinct, though sailors still report sightings. Resembling giant squids, their true form remains unknown, but their legendary status endures among the seafaring folk of Westeros.
Once common in the world's waters, sea dragons have since become the stuff of legend. The first king of the Iron Islands, the Grey King, allegedly slew the mightiest of them, Nagga.
Distinct from regular dragons, ice dragons breathe freezing blasts instead of fire. The internet buzzed with debates over whether Viserion, resurrected by the Night King, qualifies as an ice dragon. True ice dragons, made of living ice, roam the seas and icy wastes, believed to be larger than Valyrian dragons.
Thought extinct before the birth of Daenerys Targaryen’s three dragons, these creatures are the epitome of mythical power in 'Game of Thrones.' With enormous size, armored scales, flight, and fire-breathing abilities, dragons are deeply tied to magic. Their fiery breath makes them the natural adversaries of ice dragons and wight dragons, crowning them as the strongest mythical beings in Westeros.
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