article_snippet.sent: The HBO drama, which is based on George RR Martin's fantasy novels, is about to begin its fifth series, which has seen many of the female characters take leading roles - mainly because the men have died in increasingly tragic circumstances.
article_snippet.sent: As series five begins, other female characters are battling for survival - and vengeance.
article_snippet.sent: The fifth series also sees the introduction of three new female characters, known as the Sand Snakes.
highlights_snippet.sent: Emilia Clarke who plays Daenerys Targaryen will be central to series five .
  