What is the purpose of the faceless man?

The Faceless Men are a cult of religious assassins that worship the Many-Faced God, and they believe that death is a merciful end to suffering. For a price, they will grant the “gift” of death to anyone in the world, considering the assassination a sacrament to their god.

Is Arya a faceless man?

By the end when Arya kills and scalps Waif, Jaqen tests her again by saying “So a girl truly has become no one?” Arya passes the test by saying “A girl is Arya Stark from Winterfell.” It was at that moment Jaqen smiled quite knowingly and thus Arya had earned her name from the Many-Faced God and became a Faceless Man.

Is the waif a faceless man?

The Waif was an acolyte of the Faceless Men serving in the House of Black and White in Braavos.

Are there any slaves in the city of Braavos?

The first law of Braavos-engraved on the arch that rises above the Long Canal-decrees that no man, woman, or child in the city is ever to be made a slave. In fact, Braavos is one of the very few places in Essos where slavery is not practiced (by contrast, the Free City of Volantis contains five slaves for every free man).

Who are the Faceless Men in Braavos Game of Thrones?

Ternesio Terys, captain of the Titan’s Daughter. Eddard Stark hires Syrio Forel of Braavos as a sword tutor for his daughter, Arya. Syrio tells Arya that he was the First Sword of the city for nine years. Jaqen H’ghar tells Arya and shows her that he is one of the Faceless Men of Braavos and invites her to follow him back there.

What are the courtesans of Braavos famous for?

Braavos is renowned worldwide for its courtesans. Every courtesan has her own barge and servants to work them. Songs are sung about them, and they are showered with gifts from goldsmiths and craftsmen beg for their custom. Additionally, pugnacious bravos fill the city, frequently dueling to display their skill.

Who is Braavos of the Hundred Isles and the Secret City?

Braavos is also known as Braavos of the Hundred Isles and the Secret City, a name also attributed to the city Nefer, the last remaining city of N’ghai. Braavos is sometimes referred to as the “bastard daughter of Valyria”.