Two new roles have been filled for the 2nd season of HBO’s popular fantasy series Game of Thrones, for the characters of Stannis Baratheon and Melisandre.

Stephen Dillane (King Arthur) is to play Stannis Baratheon, Robert’s younger brother who must go to war to prove that he is the rightful king in the wake of Robert’s death.

Carice van Houten (Valkyrie) has been cast as Melisandre, a prophet who can aid Stannis in his quest to becoming king.

Check out the two actors below!

What do you think of Stephen Dillane as Stannis Baratheon and Carice van Houten as Melisandre?  Let us know!

Thanks to IGN for the info!