24 Times Peter Dinklage Made Tyrion Game of Thrones' Best Character

Peter Dinkalge has taken home two Emmys and a Golden Globe for his portrayal of Tyrion Lannister on Game of Thrones, and his character has had even more memorable moments on the recent season — which is possibly why he just earned another Emmy nomination. The sassy son of Tywin (RIP) has paved his own unique path in Westeros by making strategic alliances and talking his way out of all kinds of trouble. In honor of the youngest Lannister sibling, let's take a look at all the reasons you want, nay, need Tyrion in your corner.

01
He's not afraid to stand up to authority.
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He's not afraid to stand up to authority.

02
He understands how the game is played.
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He understands how the game is played.

03
He's selfish, in the best way.
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He's selfish, in the best way.

04
He has the sickest burns.
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He has the sickest burns.

05
He's the first to call out an awkward moment.
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He's the first to call out an awkward moment.

06
He has high goals for himself.
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He has high goals for himself.

08
In case you forgot, he is the god of tits and wine.
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In case you forgot, he is the god of tits and wine.

09
He's highly observant when it comes to strengths and weaknesses.
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He's highly observant when it comes to strengths and weaknesses.

10
He's constantly teaching new things to those around him.
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He's constantly teaching new things to those around him.

11
His sarcasm is of the highest order.
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His sarcasm is of the highest order.

12
He knows how to cut loose.
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He knows how to cut loose.

13
He's a patient man, unless he's bored.
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He's a patient man, unless he's bored.

15
He'll question your poor decisions.
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He'll question your poor decisions.

16
Veiled threats are his specialty.
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Veiled threats are his specialty.

17
His power extends beyond his stature.
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His power extends beyond his stature.

18
He won't let your head get too big.
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He won't let your head get too big.

19
He's impressively philosophical.
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He's impressively philosophical.

20
He'll supply the wine.
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He'll supply the wine.

22
He won't let you get away with anything.
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He won't let you get away with anything.

23
He's been through so much that it's hard to really offend him.
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He's been through so much that it's hard to really offend him.

24
But at his core, he's actually quite sensitive.
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But at his core, he's actually quite sensitive.