10 Characters from fantasy TV Shows who died way too soon

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Ned Stark (Image via Amazon Prime Video)
Ned Stark (Image via Amazon Prime Video)

Fantasy TV shows are known for their vast and expansive worlds, a huge ensemble of characters, and multiple heroes and villains. However, there are a few characters in these shows, who stand out even after being amidst so many characters. These characters are righteous, upstanding, and an important part of the show. Here are 10 characters from fantasy shows, whose untimely death were a shock to fans.


Ned Stark, Khal Drogo, and other fantasy TV shows characters who died too soon

1. Ned Stark

Ned Stark (Image via Amazon Prime Video)
Ned Stark (Image via Amazon Prime Video)

One of the few honorable, upstanding, and uncomplicated men in the fantasy series, Game of Thrones, Ned Stark’s death was a heartbreak for many fans. Even though his death sets the tone for the entire series, his beheading at the hands of the evil Joffrey, was cruel. His death was a shock to the fans.


2. Robb Stark

Robb Stark (Image via Amazon Prime Video)
Robb Stark (Image via Amazon Prime Video)

The son of Lord Eddard Stark of Winterfell and Lady Catelyn Stark, Robb Stark, was the King of the North in the fantasy Game of Thrones and waged a war against the Iron Throne. However, the Young Wolf’s shocking betrayal and subsequent demise at the Red Wedding was brutal and shocked fans of the series.


3. Khal Drogo

Khal Drogo (Image via Amazon Prime Video)
Khal Drogo (Image via Amazon Prime Video)

A chieftain of a Dothraki khalasar and known as the “Great Khal”, Khal Drogo, was an unstoppable warlord in the fantasy series, Game of Thrones, and was a fierce warrior who was never defeated in battle. However, his death was tragic as a priestess, Mirri Maz Durr left Drogo in a catatonic state, and his wife, Daenerys, smothered him with a pillow to ease his suffering.


4. Hodor

Hodor (Image via Amazon Prime Video)
Hodor (Image via Amazon Prime Video)

An honorable servant at the House of Stark at Winterfell, Hodor, worked at the stables in Game of Thrones and could only say one word. Even though he was large, he was slow of wits, gentle, and loyal to the Starks. Therefore, his death as he tried to allow Meera and Bran to escape from the wights is heartbreaking and still haunts fans.


5. Eskel

Eskel (Image via Netflix)
Eskel (Image via Netflix)

A witcher from the School of the Wolf, Eskel, was a character from the fantasy series, Witcher, who was trained under Master Veseir at Kaer Morhen and had a strong magical aura. He was a reliable witcher and had a humble nature. But his death in the second season came as a shock to fans as his death was meant to move Geralt’s story forward.


6. Jenny Calendar

Jenny Calender (Image via Amazon Prime Video)
Jenny Calender (Image via Amazon Prime Video)

The death of Jenny from the fantasy series, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, was a shocking moment. She played the role of a computer teacher at the local high school who had been sent on a secret mission to keep an eye on Angel. However, Angel loses his soul and becomes the evil alter ego, Angelus. It is Angelus who kills Jenny.


7. Bobby Singer

Bobby Singer (Image via Amazon Prime Video)
Bobby Singer (Image via Amazon Prime Video)

Though he later returned in various forms, Bobby’s death in the fantasy series, Supernatural, still felt surprising. He was a rough but warm character who was working class and was dedicated to hunting supernatural creatures. He was also a father figure to Dean and Sam Winchester. He died after being shot by Richard Roman while fighting the Leviathans.


8. Matthias Helvar

Matthias Helver (Image via Netflix)
Matthias Helver (Image via Netflix)

A character from the fantasy show, Shadow and Bone, Matthias, was a drüskelle from Fjerda who captured Grisha Heartrender Nina Zenik. As a drüskelle, he hated Grishas but formed a soft corner for them after meeting Nina. A skilled fighter, his death due to serious injuries, felt cut short, leaving a lot unresolved.


9. Cami O’Connell

Cami O Connell (Image via Amazon Prime Video)
Cami O Connell (Image via Amazon Prime Video)

A character from the fantasy show, The Originals, Cami was a vampire and a psychology student. She wanted to investigate the death of her twin brother. She soon became an important part of the Mikaelson family and had a huge impact on Klaus. However, her painful death from a poisonous bite from Lucian Castle felt unfair and sudden.


10. Eddie Munson

Eddie Munson (Image via Netflix)
Eddie Munson (Image via Netflix)

Eddie was a character in the sci-fi/fantasy show, Stranger Things and was the leader of the Hellfire Club. He is also an avid electric guitar player. He soon becomes friends with Dustin, Lucas, and the gang and gives it his all to protect his friends from the monsters of the Upside Down. However, his death at the hands of the demobats is heroic and devastating.

Edited by Nimisha
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