844 Quotes by George R. R. Martin

There are some examples of medieval kings who were terrible human beings but were nevertheless good kings.

Tears, she said scornfully to Sansa as the woman was led from the hall. The woman's weapon, my lady mother used to call them. The man's weapon is a sword. And that tells us all you need to know, doesn't it?

True knights protect the weak.” He snorted. “There are no true knights, no more than there are gods. If you can’t protect yourself, die and get out of the way of those who can. Sharp steel and strong arms rule this world, don’t ever believe any different.” Sansa backed away from him. “You’re awful.” “I’m honest. It’s the world that’s awful.

You lie. Worse, you lie poorly.

Faith is like porridge. Better with milk and honey.

The old man laid a withered, spotted hand on his shoulder. "It hurts, boy," he said softly. "Oh, yes. Choosing . . . it has always hurt. And always will. I know.

There has to be a level of joy of what you're doing.

His chains chinked softly. I seldom fling children from towers to improve their health. Yes, I meant for him to die.

You should grieve if a fictional character is killed. You should care.