Power. In the world of Game of Thrones, it’s not just a goal—it’s a weapon, a curse, and often, a punchline. From cunning Lannisters to defiant Starks, the show delivers some of the most unforgettable lines about power—wrapped in wit, dripping with sarcasm, and sharp enough to cut through steel.
This collection isn’t your typical rundown of serious quotes. Here, we’re diving into 80+ Game of Thrones quotes about power that are funny, witty, sarcastic, and surprisingly relatable. Whether you’re a fan of Tyrion’s clever comebacks, Cersei’s cold truths, or Littlefinger’s twisted logic, these quotes will make you chuckle, smirk, and maybe even question your own thirst for power.
The Ruthless Wisdom of Cersei Lannister
- “Power is power.”
- “When you play the game of thrones, you win or you die.”
- “Tears aren’t a woman’s only weapon. The best one’s between your legs.”
- “I choose violence.”
- “The more people you love, the weaker you are.”
- “A good king knows when to save his strength and when to destroy his enemies.”
- “Every time we deal with an enemy, we create two more.”
- “A lion does not concern himself with the opinion of sheep.”
- “I don’t care about making the world a better place.”
- “You’re in the great game now, and the great game is terrifying.”
Tyrion Lannister’s Sarcastic Power Plays
- “I drink and I know things.”
- “A mind needs books as a sword needs a whetstone.”
- “Let them see that their words can cut you and you’ll never be free of the mockery.”
- “Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not.”
- “The powerful have always preyed on the powerless. That’s how they became powerful in the first place.”
- “I have a tender spot in my heart for cripples and bastards and broken things.”
- “I’m not questioning your honor, I’m denying its existence.”
- “You’re going to die tomorrow, Lord Bolton. Sleep well.”
- “Death is so final, yet life is full of possibilities.”
- “The gods have no mercy, that’s why they’re gods.”
Littlefinger’s Manipulative Genius
- “Chaos isn’t a pit. Chaos is a ladder.”
- “Knowledge is power.”
- “Always keep your foes confused. If they don’t know who you are or what you want, they can’t know what you plan to do next.”
- “Fight every battle everywhere, always, in your mind.”
- “Money buys a man’s silence for a time. A bolt in the heart buys it forever.”
- “Don’t fight in the North or the South. Fight every battle everywhere.”
- “People die at their dinner tables. They die in their beds. They die squatting over their chamber pots. Everybody dies sooner or later.”
- “A man with no motive is a man no one suspects.”
- “There’s no justice in this world. Not unless we make it.”
- “Sometimes, when I try to understand a person’s motives, I play a little game.”
Varys and the Art of Subtle Power
- “Power resides where men believe it resides.”
- “A very small man can cast a very large shadow.”
- “I serve the realm, someone must.”
- “Storms come and go, the big fish eat the little fish, and I keep on paddling.”
- “I did what I did for the good of the realm.”
- “He would see this country burn if he could be king of the ashes.”
- “A man with great ambition and no morals — I wouldn’t bet against him.”
- “Men of talent have a part to play in the war to come.”
- “The past is the past. The future is all that matters.”
- “We are only human. We do what we can.”
Jon Snow’s Humble Strength
- “The more you give a king, the more he wants. We are not here to kneel.”
- “I don’t want it.”
- “Sometimes duty is the death of love.”
- “The North remembers.”
- “There’s only one war that matters. The Great War. And it is here.”
- “You all crowned me your King. I never wanted it.”
- “I’m not a Stark.”
- “The war is not over. And I promise you, friend, the true enemy won’t wait out the storm. He brings the storm.”
- “If I fall, don’t bring me back.”
- “We can’t defeat the Night King alone.”
Daenerys Targaryen’s Fiery Power Quotes
- “I am not your little princess. I am Daenerys Stormborn of House Targaryen.”
- “Dracarys.”
- “I will take what is mine with fire and blood.”
- “I’m not going to stop the wheel. I’m going to break the wheel.”
- “I have freed more people from slavery than any man in history.”
- “I’m not here to be queen of the ashes.”
- “I will answer injustice with justice.”
- “They can live in my new world or they can die in their old one.”
- “I’m not a politician. I’m a queen.”
- “All men must die. But we are not men.”
Quotes on the Illusion of Power
- “Power resides where men believe it resides.” – Varys
- “The gods have no mercy. That’s why they’re gods.” – Cersei
- “Fear cuts deeper than swords.” – Arya
- “A man who fights for gold can’t afford to lose to a girl.” – Brienne
- “If you think this has a happy ending, you haven’t been paying attention.” – Ramsay Bolton
- “A dragon is not a slave.” – Daenerys
- “The man who passes the sentence should swing the sword.” – Ned Stark
- “A lion does not concern himself with the opinion of sheep.” – Tywin
- “What we don’t know is what usually gets us killed.” – Petyr Baelish
- “You’re no king. You’re a bastard.” – Stannis Baratheon
Dark Humor & Irony on Power
- “If you think this has a happy ending, you haven’t been paying attention.” – Ramsay Bolton
- “The things I do for love.” – Jaime Lannister
- “I don’t even know what ‘veterans’ means.” – Hot Pie
- “Burn them all.” – The Mad King
- “I poisoned my uncle’s wine. He died two days later.” – Olenna Tyrell
- “Tell Cersei. I want her to know it was me.” – Olenna Tyrell
- “A Lannister always pays his debts.” – Common saying
- “Some old wounds never truly heal, and bleed again at the slightest word.” – Ned Stark
- “Nothing isn’t better or worse than anything. Nothing is just nothing.” – Arya
- “I don’t want to be king. I never did.” – Jon Snow
One-Liner Power Punches
- “Winter is coming.”
- “Hold the door!”
- “You win or you die.”
- “Chaos is a ladder.”
- “The North remembers.”
- “I am the storm.”
- “Bend the knee.”
- “Unbowed. Unbent. Unbroken.”
- “Dracarys.”
- “Fire and Blood.”
Conclusion
Game of Thrones isn’t just about dragons, betrayals, or battles—it’s a masterclass in power, wrapped in wit, sarcasm, and sometimes brutal honesty. These 80+ quotes aren’t just clever lines; they’re sharp reflections of ambition, leadership, and survival. Which quote hit you the hardest? Which one made you laugh or gave you chills?
Drop your favorites in the comments, share with your fellow GOT fans, and save this list for when you need a reminder that power isn’t just taken—it’s spoken.