Game Of Thrones Season 4: 12 Characters Who Could Steal The Show
2. Oberyn Martell
The Red Viper will finally make his long-awaited debut this season. The Dornish fan favourite will bring much needed variety in a show dominated by British or Irish actors/actresses. Chilean native, Pedro Pascal, will bear the weight of the huge expectations from millions of fans everywhere. From what weve seen, he fits the character like a glove. Oberyns backstory is a fascinating one. He received the nickname The Red Viper after a duel in which both men received cuts, but Oberyns opponent died of infected wounds. His family and friends nicknamed him that due to rumors that he fought with a poisoned blade. Remember that information. Martell is described to be a very attractive man, and his charm and quick wit makes him capable of seducing any woman, or man, he wants. On an exceedingly important note, Oberyn had a very close relationship with his sister Elia Martell. Unfortunately, the show has done an underwhelming job of exploring history and backstories. especially important information like this. But this is important Elia was the wife of Prince Rhaegar Targaryen, and together they sired future heir Aegon and his sister Rhaenys. Unfortunately during Roberts Rebellion, under Tywin Lannisters orders, Gregor Clegane smashed their skulls against a wall and raped and murdered Elia. Oberyn has secretly vowed vengeance against the Mountain the first chance he gets. Early reviews of the premiere have universally praised Oberyn calling his debut one of the best in the shows existence. He is hyped up early in the episode through conversations and rumours, then appears in Littlefingers brothel living up to that insane hype from both the in-story characters and real-life fans. Get ready, because youre going to meet your new favourite character.
