Game of Thrones Characters: In the Books vs. On the Show

Tywin Lannister

This is actually how characters are described in the books.

Petyr “Littlefinger” Baelish

Oberyn Martell

Daenerys Targaryen

Joffrey Baratheon

Tyrion Lannister

Theon Greyjoy

Brienne of Tarth

Ygritte

Renly Baratheon

Stannis Baratheon

Cersei Lannister

Sandor Clegane, aka “The Hound”

Melisandre

Jorah Mormont

Ser Davos Seaworth

Tormund Giantsbane

Syrio Forel

Daario Naharis

The Iron Throne