The Quote: "We are the watchers on the Wall." Qhorin Halfhand was one of the Night's Watch most legendary members. He practically lived beyond the Wall as a ranger, tracking Wildlings and making a name for himself as a nearly invincible foe. However, due to pretty boy Jon Snow's incompetence, the two find themselves captives of a group of Wildlings. Knowing he'll certainly be killed, Qhorin convinces Jon to finish him off himself in order to gain the Wildlings' trust and find out what they're up to. Jon reluctantly obliges and shoves a sword through Qhorin's gut. With his last breath, the Halfhand repeats the Night's Watch creed. Few characters were as committed to a cause as Qhorin was to the Night's Watch. He sacrificed himself to not only save Jon's life, but also help them gain insight into the massive Wildling army. Upon his death, he repeats the words he believed so strongly in to reinforce his commitment to the service. It also helps to remind Jon of his duties less he be too tempted by Ygritte's good looks. Speaking of that fiery ginger...
