Who is Illyrio Mopatis in Game of Thrones?

Magister of Pentos · Essos

Illyrio Mopatis (Magister of Pentos) is a character in Game of Thrones, part of Essos. Wealthy merchant prince who hosts the exiled Targaryens and brokers Daenerys's marriage.

When does Illyrio Mopatis first appear?

Illyrio Mopatis first appears in Season 1, Episode 1 (“Winter Is Coming”) of Game of Thrones (2011–2019, HBO).

Who is Illyrio Mopatis connected to?

Relationships already established when Illyrio Mopatis first appears — nothing from later episodes.

• Viserys Targaryen — Host & power broker
• Daenerys Targaryen — Brokered her marriage

Which group does Illyrio Mopatis belong to?

By the time Illyrio Mopatis appears, Essos also includes Khal Drogo.

Who else is introduced in this episode?

• Eddard Stark — Lord of Winterfell
• Catelyn Stark — Lady of Winterfell
• Robb Stark — The Young Wolf
• Sansa Stark — Eldest Stark daughter
• Arya Stark — Youngest Stark daughter
• Bran Stark — Second son of Winterfell
• Rickon Stark — Youngest Stark son
• Jon Snow — Bastard of Winterfell
• Theon Greyjoy — Ward of Winterfell
• Robert Baratheon — King of the Seven Kingdoms
• Joffrey Baratheon — Crown Prince
• Cersei Lannister — Queen
• Jaime Lannister — The Kingslayer
• Tyrion Lannister — The Imp
• Daenerys Targaryen — Mother of Dragons
• Viserys Targaryen — The Beggar King
• Jorah Mormont — Exiled knight
• Khal Drogo — Khal of the Dothraki
• Benjen Stark — First Ranger
• Sandor Clegane — Joffrey's sworn shield

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