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  According to George R. R. Martin, the character Samwell Tarly, is the most relatable to him. When asked why, Martin said in a 2014 interview: because Sam's "the fat kid who likes to read books and doesn't like to go up a lot of stairs." Just like Tarly, George R. R. Martin both “had trouble relationship with their fathers and neither is a fighter at heart”(Brranes).  George R. R. Martin refused to go to the Vietnam War, because he “believed it was stupid — a sentiment that is reflected throughout the entire Song of Ice and Fire oeuvre.”(Cian)  Samwell Tarly would choose not to fight, just like George R.R, but in his case he had to, to survive.
  Samwell Tarly is the elder son of Lord Randyll Tarly of Horn Hill and his wife Lady Melessa Florent. Tarly has two siblings, Dickon Tarly and Talla Tarly. After refusing to fight in a war, his father sent him to join Night's Watch. In the beginning of the seasons, Samwell Tarly was bullied for being overweight and unskilled combat. He was often called “ser Piggy” and “prince Pork-chop”.   As the story progress, his character started to unfold. The character Samwell Tarly is Jon Snow's sidekick; he is very bright and lacks Jon Snows fighting abilities. Samwell Tarly makes up for that with his bravery and knowledge. Throughout the books, Samwell Tarly was very loyal to the people he was closest to. Samwell is fond of music and songs, prefers books over weapons, and fears blood and violence. Despite his self-professed cowardice, Sam is highly intelligent, observant, resourceful, and loyal.