Readers of George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire are at least two seasons ahead of fans who only watch HBO’s “Game of Thrones.” But sometimes an internet leak can be the great equalizer between readers and TV viewers.
Over at Winter Is Coming, a source has revealed several of the new characters who will show up in the fifth season of ‘Game of Thrones.” There are some minor spoilers in the character descriptions, so consider this your SPOILER WARNING!
Prince Doran Martell – Doran is described as the major new player this year, appearing in multiple episodes. The fiftysomething prince uses a wheelchair, is reclusive and rules wisely. It appears the show is looking to continue the trend it started with Pedro Pascal, and cast Latino actors for the Martell clan.
Prince Trystane Martell – Trystane, the handsome fiance of Princess Myrcella, is being aged up to 18.
Areo Hotah – Doran’s personal bodyguard will appear throughout the season, assisting the prince with his duties. The show is particularly looking for a black actor to fill the role.
The Sand Snakes, Oberyn Martell’s bastard daughters (with ages ranging 18-25):
Obara Sand – The eldest and most athletic Sand Snake will be having a major fight scene with a series regular character- not one who crosses her path in the books. This is an interesting change.
Nymeria Sand – Nymeria is described as “mixed race,” with her father being the fairer Oberyn and her mother being darker skinned. The second oldest of these Sand Snakes, she’s beautiful, emotional and very strong.
Tyene Sand – The youngest of the Sand Snakes that we meet uses her wits and seductive powers, and is less of a physical fighter than the other Sand Snakes. She is just as deadly as her sisters, however, but her weapon is poison.
As the report notes, this is not a complete list of the new characters for “Game of Thrones” Season 5 and more names will likely be added in the future. Winter Is Coming has previously reported that “Game of Thrones” may film some of the fifth season in Spain, possibly as a location for Dorne. Considering that most of the new characters hail from Dorne, that seems very likely.
“Game of Thrones” Season 5 will begin production this summer and premiere on HBO in Spring 2015.
