#6: Khaleesi

Khaleesi (officially pronounced KHAH-lay-see, but often mispronounced even by the actors as ka-LEE-see) is an honorific title for the wife of a khal (warlord) in Dothraki, the language of the nomadic Dothraki people.

The khal leads his khalasar (clan) through lands, conquering those they encounter to gain food and supplies. It is said that you can tell the strength of a khal by his hair. He lets it grow as a scare tactic until he is defeated in battle. Only then does he cut it.

Usually, when a khal dies, his khalasar abandons the khaleesi. However, the khaleesi Daenerys Targaryen is able to form her own army and march forth, conquering slave cities and proving to be one of the most powerful women playing the Game.