The seventh season of "Game of Thrones" promises a lot of action. The trailers seem to hint at a forthcoming war. It's quite likely that the latest season turns out to be more violent than the earlier installments.

She's home. Toward the end of the sixth sequel, Daenerys Targaryen takes off to Westeros, accompanied by a gigantic armada. Obviously, she's arrived there all right - and now she's demanding her rightful place on the Iron Throne.

Her chances are good because she can count on powerful supporters. In addition to the Unsullied Army (background) led by Grey Worm (r), Queen Daenerys can rely on Missandei, Tyrion Lannister and Lord Varys (from left to right), as well as her three gigantic dragons and the Dothraki horse riders. But until now, another woman has been sitting on the Iron Throne.

Cersei Lannister still rules Westeros. However, the Queen and her brother Jamie (r.) are under mounting pressure. In the trailer for the latest season, Cersei notes that they are surrounded: "Enemies to the East, enemies to the West, enemies to the South, enemies to the North." And yet she is eager to hold the throne: "Whatever may come our way, we will be victorious."

His story promises to remain thrilling as well. After losing his loyal companion Hodor in the last season, Bran Stark must now rely only on himself - almost. Meera remains at his side in the seventh season. And both of them still seem to be on the run. Could it be that the White Walkers are nearing them?

Sandor Clegane, better known as The Hound, goes in a different direction. Together with the Brotherhood Without Banners, he rides North in order to fight against the threatening invasion of the White Walkers with the help of the troops stationed there.

The story of Sam Tarly and his Wildling wife Gilly also continues in the latest season of "Game of Thrones." Sam, who has always preferred books over swords, aims to become a master - a scholar. And Gilly seems to enjoy reading as well.

Wildling leader Tormund and warrior Brienne of Tarth definitely do prefer the sword, however. It seems that they are preparing for a huge battle in the high North, namely the fight against the White Walkers. But that isn't Tormund's only interest. Already in the last sequel, the guy with the red beard showed an interest in the tall blond woman.

Petyr Baelish alias Littlefinger was Sansa's savior in a dangerous situation. Thanks to his troops, she and her half-brother John Snow won the battle of Winterfell. Despite that, the oldest daughter of Stark mistrusts the enigmatic lord. It will be quite interesting to watch how this ambivalent relationship plays out.