Bronn

Bronn is a fictional character created by George R. R. Martin for the A Song of Ice and Fire series and appears in its television adaptation Game of Thrones. He is a cynical, highly capable sellsword who travels Westeros seeking paying patrons.

Physically formidable and unflinchingly practical, Bronn is known for his blunt wit and willingness to switch allegiances for coin. He is not a noble by birth, but uses his fighting skill and mercenary networks to win favorable terms for himself and his employers. His early introduction is as a bodyguard and escort for Tyrion Lannister, with whom he forms a pragmatic partnership that helps him survive the capital's intrigues.

Bronn's story in the novels follows his movements through the Wars to come, often aligning with whoever pays him while offering sardonic commentary on nobles and power. In the HBO series, his character is expanded and more fully integrated into Lannister concerns, particularly through a continuing association with Tyrion and, later, Jaime Lannister. The adaptation emphasizes the transactional nature of his loyalties and his capacity for bold, sometimes morally ambiguous actions.

Bronn is portrayed on screen by Jerome Flynn. The character is widely regarded for his sharp dialogue and combative prowess, contributing to a contemporary fantasy archetype of the mercenary who values money over ideology. As the source material continues beyond the published novels, Bronn's exact fate remains unresolved in the books, while the TV portrayal concluded with its own narrative arc.