social stereotypes.

In the context of Robin Hood, 12th century women were submissive housemaids who scarcely involved themselves in combat and conflict. This stereotype is countered by a woman who leads men into combat, torch in hand, with an authoritative and permeating voice. In Hot Fuzz, the stereotyped of a policeman is countered when he hands a group of youth paint spray cans to commit crimes of vandalism, whereas policemen typically enforce laws. However, this particular policeman is taking advantage of petty crime to solve greater crimes. In Game of Thrones, Yara Greyjoy is belittled by her brother, who claims that she can't lead an army because she's a woman. However, it is revealed that she is a greater soldier and leader than her brother is. She is given 60 ships to command, whereas her brother, Theon, is given one ship, embarrassed and frustrated that a woman is given more power than him, a male. In another example for Game of Thrones, Brienne of Tarth defeats a male knight in combat, and when takes off her helm,  the crowd is shocked to see that she is a woman as well as a marvel in combat. In the land of Game of Thrones, women are looked down upon and given lesser roles than men, but Brienne of Tarth breaks this convention. She is often criticised for being androgynous and unladylike, for example when she bows and a noble woman criticises her for not curtseying.