“Most have been forgotten. Most deserve to be forgotten. The heroes will always be remembered. The best. The best and the worst. And a few who were a bit of both.”

American fantasy author and screenwriter, best known for his epic fantasy series *A Song of Ice and Fire*, which has defined modern fantasy literature. His intricate world-building and morally complex characters have influenced generations of writers and readers, while his work on *Game of Thrones* has made him a central figure in contemporary storytelling.