White Walker

White Walker
A Song of Ice and Fire character
A White Walker with an ice spear, from
Game of Thrones
First appearance
Last appearance
Created byGeorge R. R. Martin
Portrayed byVarious actors
In-universe information
AliasesThe Others
The Dead
TypeNon-human creature

White Walkers are humanoid creatures from the HBO television series Game of Thrones, and the George R. R. Martin novel series A Song of Ice and Fire on which it is based. Primarily referred to as the Others in the novels, White Walkers are a supernatural threat to mankind who dwell north of The Wall in Westeros. The Verge named them among "the most visually iconic creatures on the show". White Walkers are also featured in the show's merchandising.