Game Of Thrones - 10 Fantasy Fights All Fans Want To See

10. Brienne Vs. Stannis Baratheon

Ever since Stannis Baratheon had Melisandre's demon offspring murder his younger brother, Renly Baratheon (in what was quite possibly the worst scene in the show's history), Brienne of Tarth, a female knight bigger and stronger than most men in Westeros, harboured a deep hatred towards the ultra-serious king.

A woman of her word, Brienne promised that she would avenge Renly, who she had sworn and failed to protect, and she finally got her revenge in series 5 by putting a mortally wounded Stannis out of his misery outside of Winterfell after his army had fallen against Ramsay Bolton's forces.

However, if Stannis was of full health and not already on death's doorstep, would he have defeated Brienne in a fight?

What Stannis lacked in size and strength he compensated for in intelligence and experience. A master technician and never one to shy away from the frontline in many a bloody battle, gloriously hacking down anyone in his path in season 2's magnificent Battle of the Blackwater. Stannis had the skill and determination to give the best swordswomen a run for their money.

The Winner: Brienne of Tarth

For all of Stannis' talents, Brienne is a warrior not to be trifled with. She crossed Westeros to slay Stannis, and it's doubtful that she would have been stopped even if Stannis had a sword in his hands when they finally met. And after taking down The Hound in a one-on-one fight, it's difficult to envision anybody getting the best of Brienne.

Either way though it would have been a fascinating duel to watch, as both fighters, being persons of honour and dignity, would have made sure that their fight would be fair, one-on-one, woman versus man. On this occasion though, woman would come out on top.