FACT#24: Many of the characters have nicknames, mostly based on specific deed, behavior or physical feature of the person in question. The nicknames can be derogatory (Kingslayer) or for mockery (Brienne the Beauty). For example:
* Eddard Stark: Ned
* Jaime Lannister: the Kingslayer
* Tyrion Lannister: the Imp or Halfman
* Varys: the Spider
* Sandor Clegane: the Hound
* Gregor Clegane: the Mountain that Rides (or simply the Mountain)
* Petyr Baelish: Littlefinger
* Jeor Mormont: the Old Bear
* Loras Tyrell: Knight of Flowers
* Olenna Tyrell: Queen of Thorns
* Roose Bolton: Leech Lord
* Aerys Targaryen: the Mad King
* Viserys Targaryen: the Beggar King
* Theon Greyjoy: the Turncloak
* Melisandre: the Red Woman
* Vargo Hoat: the Goat
* Robb Stark: the Young Wolf
* Brienne: the Beauty
* Qhorin: Halfhand
* Mance Rayder: the King Beyond the Wall
* Davos Seaworth: the Onion Knight
* Jon Umber Sr.: Greatjon
* Jon Umber Jr.: Smalljon
* Eddison Tollett: Dolores Edd
* Samwell Tarly: the Slayer
* Gerold Hightower: the White Bull
* Arthur Dayne: Sword of the Morning
* Brynden Tully: Blackfish
* Oberyn Martell: the Red Viper
* Oberyn Martell's bastard daughters: the Sand Snakes.
