When Game of Thrones ended its eight-season run, fans said goodbye to a host of beloved characters—but few left a mark as quickly as Lyanna Mormont. Despite her small stature and limited screen time, the young Lady of Bear Island became an instant icon, thanks to Bella Ramsey's fierce performance. Now, seven years after her heroic demise, Lyanna is officially making her comeback in the franchise.
Lyanna will join Game of Thrones: Legends on September 9, 2026, as a new Legendary Champion fittingly dubbed "The Lady of Bear Island." The free-to-play puzzle RPG is adding her as part of a trio of new characters for the Stark faction. Brienne of Tarth arrives first on August 26, followed by Lyanna on September 9, and a fresh version of Ned Stark—"Hand of the King"—on September 23.
In the game, Lyanna's design revolves around coordinated attacks, rewarding players who build a team that can strike in a specific sequence. Her abilities are meant to keep the offensive momentum flowing from one character to the next, ensuring that a Stark leader is always ready to counter. It's a fitting tribute to a character who, in the show, was all about rallying others to action.
Who Was Lyanna Mormont?
Introduced in Season 6, Lyanna was the head of House Mormont, a role she took on at a very young age. She quickly proved that her youth didn't matter—she could stand up to anyone, no matter their power or age. Ramsey's portrayal was so compelling that the character's role was expanded, and Lyanna became a key ally to Jon Snow, helping rally the Northern houses behind him as King in the North.
Her fearless nature carried through to the final season, where she met a memorable end during the Battle of Winterfell. Facing a wight giant, she was crushed in its hand but managed to drive a dragonglass weapon into its eye before dying. It was a brutal, heroic exit that cemented her legacy.
For Ramsey, Lyanna was just the beginning. After making their screen debut in Game of Thrones, they went on to roles in His Dark Materials, Catherine Called Birdy, and Time, before landing another major HBO part as Ellie in The Last of Us.
With Lyanna's return, fans can once again experience the spirit of Bear Island—this time in a game that lets them command her in battle. It's a nostalgic nod to one of the most unforgettable characters in the Game of Thrones universe.
