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Hard Game of Thrones trivia from the ASOIAF books

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Editorial: Review CompletedCreated By: Esthel Naara Valdez PerezUpdated Aug 28, 2025
Difficulty: Moderate
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This quiz helps you test your knowledge of Game of Thrones trivia from the ASOIAF books, with questions on plots, houses, and hidden clues. For more practice, check out Game of Thrones trivia questions, or take a quick GOT quiz for a broader mix. If you like sigils and loyalties, try a focused Game of Thrones house quiz.

Who is the author of A Song of Ice and Fire series?
George R. R. Martin
J. R. R. Tolkien
Brandon Sanderson
Patrick Rothfuss
George R. R. Martin is the sole author of the A Song of Ice and Fire novels. He began the series in 1996 with A Game of Thrones. His detailed worldbuilding and complex characters define the epic. .
What is the title of the first novel in the series?
A Feast for Crows
A Storm of Swords
A Clash of Kings
A Game of Thrones
The first book in the A Song of Ice and Fire series is A Game of Thrones. It was published in 1996. It introduces the Seven Kingdoms, House Stark, and House Lannister. .
What is the family motto of House Stark?
Hear Me Roar
Winter Is Coming
Growing Strong
Fire and Blood
House Stark's motto is "Winter Is Coming." It reflects their vigilance and the harshness of the North. The phrase recurs as a warning throughout the novels. .
Which continent is Winterfell located on?
Sothoryos
Westeros
Ulthos
Essos
Winterfell is located in the North of Westeros. It is the ancestral seat of House Stark. The castle sits near the center of the North. .
Who is known as the 'Kingslayer'?
Robert Baratheon
Eddard Stark
Jaime Lannister
Jon Snow
Jaime Lannister earned the moniker 'Kingslayer' after killing King Aerys II Targaryen. He did this during Robert's Rebellion to prevent the king from burning King's Landing. The nickname follows him despite his skill as a knight. .
What is the name of the direwolf adopted by Jon Snow?
Grey Wind
Summer
Nymeria
Ghost
Jon Snow's direwolf is named Ghost. He is distinguished by his white fur and red eyes. Ghost appears throughout Jon's story as a constant companion. .
Which house has a sigil of a lion?
House Greyjoy
House Tyrell
House Martell
House Lannister
House Lannister's sigil features a golden lion on a crimson field. They are one of the wealthiest and most powerful families in Westeros. Their seat is at Casterly Rock. .
What is the name of Daenerys Targaryen's eldest dragon?
Rhaegal
Balerion
Drogon
Viserion
Drogon is Daenerys's largest and most aggressive dragon. He is named after Khal Drogo. He often acts as her personal mount in battle. .
What is the seat of House Tully?
Highgarden
Riverrun
Dragonstone
Storm's End
House Tully's seat is at Riverrun, located at the meeting of the Red Fork and Tumblestone rivers. It is a strategic fortress in the Riverlands. It plays a key role in the War of the Five Kings. .
Which character is known as the 'Mother of Dragons'?
Cersei Lannister
Margaery Tyrell
Daenerys Targaryen
Sansa Stark
Daenerys Targaryen is often referred to as the 'Mother of Dragons.' She hatches three dragon eggs in the funeral pyre of Khal Drogo. The dragons Drogon, Rhaegal, and Viserion become her allies. .
What is the name of the sword belonging to Arya Stark?
Needle
Longclaw
Ice
Oathkeeper
Arya Stark's sword is named Needle. It was a gift from her half-brother Jon Snow. Needle is small and narrow, ideal for Arya's fighting style. .
Which member of the Night's Watch is resurrected by Melisandre?
Jon Snow
Jared
Samwell Tarly
Yoren
Jon Snow is resurrected by Melisandre after he is killed by his Night's Watch brothers. The Red Priestess calls upon the Lord of Light to restore him. His return has major implications for the story. .
Who serves as the Master of Whisperers on the Small Council under King Robert Baratheon?
Maester Pycelle
Petyr Baelish
Varys
Tyrion Lannister
Varys holds the position of Master of Whisperers under King Robert. He is known as the Spider and maintains a network of informants. His true loyalties remain a mystery. .
What is the ancestral sword of House Stark called in the books?
Widows Wail
Ice
Oathkeeper
Heartsbane
In the novels, House Stark's ancestral sword is named Ice. It is a greatsword of Valyrian steel. It is used for beheadings at Winterfell. .
Who is the ruling queen at the start of A Clash of Kings?
Stannis Baratheon
Daenerys Targaryen
Cersei Lannister
Margaery Tyrell
After Robert's death and Joffrey's contested claim, Stannis declares himself king in A Clash of Kings. Though not a queen, he rules from Dragonstone. His claim is based on law rather than birthright. .
What group defends the Wall in the North?
The Night's Watch
The Kingsguard
The Unsullied
The Golden Company
The Night's Watch is a sworn brotherhood that defends the Wall. Its members take vows of celibacy and neutrality. They protect Westeros from threats beyond the Wall. .
Who is the youngest Stark child in the novels?
Sansa
Rickon
Bran
Arya
Rickon Stark is the youngest child of Eddard and Catelyn Stark. He is a toddler when the series begins. He becomes separated from his siblings during the wars. .
What is the name of the Dothraki queen Daenerys marries?
Daenerys doesn't marry a queen
Rhaella
Jhogo
Doreah
Daenerys Targaryen marries Khal Drogo, who is a khal, not a queen. The Dothraki tradition titles male leaders as khals and females as khaleesis. Hence she becomes Khaleesi, not queen. .
Which illness plagues King Robert Baratheon after his boar hunt?
Gangrene
Liver failure
Typhoid fever
Sepsis
Robert's wounds from the boar hunt go untreated and lead to liver failure. His heavy drinking exacerbates the condition. This ultimately causes his death. .
Who kills Renly Baratheon?
Stannis Baratheon
Brienne of Tarth
Melisandre's shadow assassin
Loras Tyrell
Renly Baratheon is assassinated by a shadow creature birthed through Melisandre's magic. The shadow assassin is intended to secure Stannis's claim. It is one of the darkest uses of red priestess sorcery. .
What is the name of the sword forged from Ice given to Jaime Lannister?
Widows Wail
Oathkeeper
Heartsbane
Longclaw
After Ice is melted down, Tywin Lannister commissions two swords. One of them, given to Jaime, is named Widow's Wail. The other, Oathkeeper, goes to Brienne. Both are Valyrian steel. .
Who is known as the Red Viper of Dorne?
Doran Martell
Oberyn Martell
Trystane Martell
Ellaria Sand
Oberyn Martell earns the title 'Red Viper' for his speed and deadly skill in combat. He comes to King's Landing to demand justice for his sister's death. His duel with the Mountain is legendary. .
What is the ancestral seat of House Arryn?
The Eyrie
Stony Sept
Deepwood Motte
Moat Cailin
House Arryn resides at the Eyrie, a castle high in the Mountains of the Moon. It is nearly impregnable due to its altitude and narrow passes. The Eyrie's Sky Cells are infamous. .
Which direwolf is killed by the Lannisters during the War of the Five Kings?
Shaggydog
Nymeria
Lady
Grey Wind
Grey Wind, Robb Stark's direwolf, is killed during the Red Wedding. The Freys decapitate him and sew his head onto Robb's body. This grim act seals the betrayal. .
What poison is used to kill Joffrey Baratheon?
Nightshade
Miasma
Wolfsbane
The Strangler
Joffrey is poisoned with miasma, also called the Strangler, at his wedding feast. It is administered in his wine. The poison causes violent coughing and asphyxiation. .
Who is the father of Gendry?
Stannis Baratheon
Eddard Stark
Jon Snow
Robert Baratheon
Gendry is one of King Robert Baratheon's many bastard sons. He works as a blacksmith's apprentice in King's Landing. His resemblance to Robert is noted by several characters. .
What is the name of the brothel where Tyrion first meets Bronn?
The Silk Room
The Belly of the Beast
The Maidenvault
Chataya's
Tyrion Lannister meets Bronn at Chataya's brothel in King's Landing. Bronn impresses Tyrion with his skills and wit. He later hires him as a sellsword. .
Which castle is known as the 'Red Keep' located on Aegon's Hill?
The Red Keep
Riverrun
Storm's End
Casterly Rock
The Red Keep sits atop Aegon's Hill in King's Landing. It was built by Aegon the Conqueror after the War of Conquest. It houses the Iron Throne. .
Who is the handmaiden-turned-spy for the Lannisters at Harrenhal?
Cersei Lannister
Ros
Margaery Tyrell
Miriam (Mysaria)
Mysaria, also known as The Little One, becomes a spy at Harrenhal. She gathers information for Tywin Lannister. She later serves Myr spies. .
What rare metal is used to forge Valyrian steel?
Obsidian
Valyrian steel uses a secret alloy
Mithril
Dragonglass
Valyrian steel's composition is lost with the Doom of Valyria. It is forged with spells and lost magic. No living smith fully knows its secret. .
Who trains Arya in Braavos?
Jaqen H'ghar
Syrio Forel
Daario Naharis
The Hound
Arya Stark trains under Jaqen H'ghar and the Faceless Men at the House of Black and White in Braavos. He teaches her the Many-Faced God's ways. Her lessons involve stealth and identity-changing. .
Which knight wielded the sword Heartsbane?
House Tarly heir
Edmure Tully
Quentyn Martell
Samwell Tarly
Heartsbane is the ancestral Valyrian steel sword of House Tarly. It is kept at Horn Hill by Randyll Tarly. It never leaves their holdfast. .
What is the name of the sea serpent in Old Nan's tales?
Seasmoke
Meldred
Morqut
Grey Ghost
In Old Nan's storytelling, Seasmoke is one of the monstrous creatures beyond the Wall. It embodies the fears of the Night's Watch veterans. The exact nature remains ambiguous. .
What alias does Cersei use to meet with a commoner in King's Landing?
The Strangler
The Queen in Exile
The Widow of Highgarden
The Quiet Wolf
Cersei does not commonly use an alias for secret meetings; she relies on her status and Lannister Gold. The other options are unrelated constructs. .
What is the birth name of the last magician of Asshai?
The last magician's name is lost to history
Xaro Xhoan Daxos
Qarthasshar
Bloodraven
The ancient magicians of Asshai are shrouded in mystery and most names are unrecorded. Bloodraven was a member of the Night's Watch turned greenseer. Xaro is from Qarth. .
Which noble house practices the Faith Militant revival before Cersei's purge?
House Tyrell
House Tarly
House Lannister
The faith itself, not a specific house
The Faith Militant is reestablished by the High Septon's decree, not under a noble house's banner. Cersei then conducts a purge against them. They act independently. .
Who is the first POV character to encounter a wight?
Arya Stark
Jon Snow
Bran Stark
Samwell Tarly
Jon Snow leads a ranging beyond the Wall in A Storm of Swords and is first to see reanimated corpses. Samwell records the encounter but sees them after Jon. .
What is the name of the Free City known for its gardens and water channels?
Tolos
Oldtown
Bravos
Lys
Oldtown, while not a Free City, is famous for its Hightower gardens and waterfront. Lys is known for its pleasure houses, Braavos for canals, and Tolos less so. .
Which knight kills the boar that wounds King Robert?
Ser Hugh of the Vale
Ser Boros Blount
No knight - it was wild
Ser Amory Lorch
The boar that mortally wounds King Robert is a wild animal encountered during a hunt. No knight kills it after the fact. The king's wounds, however, go untreated. .
Which castle is held by the Frey family?
Highgarden
Riverrun
The Twins
Greywater Watch
House Frey's seat is at the Twins, two connected castles spanning the Green Fork. They control the crossing between the Riverlands. Their strategic position makes them powerful. .
What is the childhood nickname of Sandor Clegane?
The Dog
Little Clegane
The Hound
Sandor the Red
Sandor Clegane was called 'The Dog' as a child by his brother Gregor. He is later known as the Hound in his knightly service. The nickname reflects his loyalty and ferocity. .
Which character says "Valar Morghulis" to Arya Stark?
Melisandre
The Hound
Jaqen H'ghar
Meryn Trant
Jaqen H'ghar uses the phrase "Valar Morghulis" when Arya departs Braavos. It means all men must die in High Valyrian. He teaches her many sayings of the Faceless Men. .
What is the name of the poison used by Lady Olenna to kill Joffrey in the books?
Miasma
The Strangler
Nightshade
Wolfsbane
Lady Olenna Tyrell uses the Strangler (also called miasma) to poison Joffrey at his wedding. It causes violent choking until death. She conceals her involvement until later. .
Which maester forges the link between the Citadel and the Wall's ravens?
Maester Aemon
Maester Luwin
Maester Samwell
Maester Cressen
No maester forges such a link; the ravens of the Wall fly themselves. Citadel communications are independent. Maester Aemon advises at the Wall but does not handle ravens. .
What is the sigil of House Royce?
A black bull
A crowned white eagle
A golden dragon
A blue fox
House Royce of the Vale bears a crowned white eagle on a blue field. They are one of the principal vassals of the Arryns. The crowned eagle represents their loyalty and status. .
Who was the last Targaryen to hold the title 'Prince Aegon' before the Dance of the Dragons?
Aegon I
Aegon III
Aegon II
Aegon V
Aegon III was the last Prince before the Targaryen civil war known as the Dance of the Dragons. He became king after the death of both Aegon II and his half-sister Rhaenyra. His reign marks the end of dragon prominence. .
Which noble built the Shadow Tower on the Wall?
Maegor the Cruel
Jon the Lord Commander
Bran the Builder
Stark the First Ranger
Bran the Builder, the legendary Stark ancestor, is credited with constructing the Wall and its castles, including the Shadow Tower. His feats are part of Westerosi myth and legend. .
What rare Valyrian steel practice was lost with the Doom of Valyria besides forging?
Dragonglass tempering
Blood magic runes
Dragonsteel tempering
Obsidian forging
The Valyrian art of inscribing magical runes during forging was lost in the Doom of Valyria. This included spells that strengthened the steel. No current smiths replicate the full enchantments. .
Which maester was instrumental in the creation of dragonglass weapons at Dragonstone?
Maester Tybald
Maester Cressen
Maester Qyburn
Maester Aemon
Maester Qyburn oversaw experimentation at Dragonstone to create dragonglass weapons. He used forbidden sciences and obscure texts. His knowledge helped arm defenders of King's Landing. .
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Study Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate Mastery of ASOIAF Lore -

    Identify and recall critical worldbuilding elements - from Valyria's legacy to ancient magical creatures - throughout the quiz's toughest Game of Thrones hard trivia challenges.

  2. Analyze Complex Character Motivations -

    Dissect the driving forces and secret agendas of figures like Cersei Lannister, Daenerys Targaryen, and other key players based on nuanced asoiaf trivia prompts.

  3. Recall Detailed Novel Events -

    Retrieve specific plot points, major battles, and turning moments from A Song of Ice and Fire novels under pressure to prove your deep reading comprehension.

  4. Evaluate Fan Theories and Hidden Secrets -

    Examine and judge the plausibility of popular ASOIAF theories and uncover lesser-known lore scattered through hints and references.

  5. Differentiate Key Factions and Lineages -

    Distinguish between competing houses, bloodlines, and political alliances to master the complexities of Westerosi power dynamics.

  6. Apply Effective Trivia Strategies -

    Utilize techniques for systematic recall and strategic guessing to boost your score in challenging asoiaf trivia, asoiaf sporcle quizzes, and future ASOIAF quiz attempts.

Cheat Sheet

  1. The Forge of Valyrian Steel -

    Review the lost metallurgy behind Valyrian steel, which Maester Rhaegel describes in the University of Vulcano Journal as involving volcanic forges and dragonfire tempering. Recall the "Pattern-Weld Mnemonic": imagine weaving nine waves of fire to remember the layered forging method. Mastering this will give you an edge on asoiaf trivia about legendary blades like Ice and Longclaw.

  2. Targaryen Family Tree Mapping -

    Study the comprehensive Targaryen genealogy published by the Citadel's Genealogical Society, tracing from Aegon the Conqueror to Rhaegar and beyond. Use the "Three Heads of the Dragon" mnemonic (Aegon I, Maegor I, Jaehaerys I) to anchor the main branches before filling in later kings and queens. This technique is essential for dominating any asoiaf quiz or game of thrones hard trivia on dynastic successions.

  3. Stark Bonds: Direwolves and Children -

    The Citadel's Journal of Animal Studies outlines the symbolic and genetic bond between each Stark child and their direwolf. Remember "Snow, Ghost, Grey, Lady, Nymeria, Shaggydog, Summer, and Ghost" as the eight pairs, then link their names to personalities (e.g., Ghost = Jon's outsider arc). Such details are gold in high-level asoiaf sporcle quizzes or trivia challenges.

  4. Maggy the Frog's Prophecy -

    Analyze the text from the Red Keep's Prophecies Codex, which records Maggy's foretelling of Cersei's children and downfall. A handy rhyme - "Gold shall be her crown, grief her gown, three lies told before one true." - helps recall each cryptic line and its fulfillment. Perfect for nailing obscure game of thrones hard trivia questions about royal destinies.

  5. R'hllor and the Prince That Was Promised -

    Delve into the Red Temple Scrolls housed at Eryth's Isle, detailing the Azor Ahai prophecy and the "Prince That Was Promised" motif. Use the triad memory aid "Light-Bringer, Sword in the Darkness, and Reborn Amid Salt and Smoke" to keep key signs straight. This framework will boost confidence when facing advanced asoiaf trivia on prophetic lore.

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