Joffrey Baratheon

Joffrey Baratheon is a central character in the Game of Thrones series, known as the eldest son of King Robert Baratheon and Queen Cersei Lannister. However, he is actually the biological son of Cersei's twin brother, Jaime Lannister. Joffrey is characterized by his cruel and sadistic nature, which makes him one of the most hated figures in Westeros. He is raised with a sense of entitlement and power, often displaying an arrogant and spoiled demeanor. As king, Joffrey rules with whim and caprice, ordering brutal punishments and executions, including the infamous beheading of Ned Stark. His cruelty extends to his treatment of Sansa Stark, whom he emotionally and physically abuses. Despite his detestable actions, Joffrey's impact on the plot is significant, contributing to the outbreak of the War of the Five Kings. His reign ends abruptly when he is poisoned at his own wedding, a fitting conclusion to his tumultuous and tyrannical rule.