Your ideal female character?

[Ayen]

Too many writers seem to think that "strong female character" is just a synonym for "ass-kicking babe". They really need to stop. Joss Whedon is quite guilty of this sometimes.

True that. I've seen Clarice Starling from Silence of the Lambs cited as a strong character before because of all she does in the movie without needing to kick ass. I can agree with that.

Basically what BigD said. What's needed just a good variety in motivation, and also ability to do what's required to get there.

Now I'm not an authority on the subject, but I feel that there is pretty good variation in game of thrones. There are several womens in positions of reasonably great power, I don't think any of them are in it to "get the guy". If a guy's involved, it's usually just a means to get to their goals.

My closing statement was more directed at Moffat than anyone.