Key Concepts
- House Baratheon: A prominent noble house in Westeros, rulers of the Stormlands.
- House Arryn: A powerful noble house ruling the Vale of Arryn.
- House Greyjoy: The ruling house of the Iron Islands.
- House Martell: The ruling house of Dorne.
- House Tyrell: A wealthy and powerful noble house ruling the Reach.
- Robert's Rebellion: A major conflict that overthrew the Targaryen dynasty.
- Dance of the Dragons: A civil war within House Targaryen.
- Blackfyre Rebellions: A series of conflicts initiated by a bastard branch of House Targaryen.
- War of the Five Kings: A major conflict following the death of King Robert Baratheon.
- Westeros: The continent where the main events of "A Song of Ice and Fire" take place.
- Targaryen Dynasty: The ruling dynasty of Westeros before Robert's Rebellion.
- Great Houses: The most powerful noble houses in Westeros.
- Feudalism: The political and social system of Westeros.
- Heraldry: The system of symbols and designs used by noble houses.
- Sigil: The emblem of a noble house.
- Words: The motto of a noble house.
House Baratheon
Introduction: House Baratheon is one of the great houses of Westeros and the supreme house of the Stormlands, ruling from Storm's End. Their ancestral seat, Storm's End, was built by the extinct House Durrandon. Their sigil is a black stag with golden antlers, and their words are "Ours is the Fury." Members are typically tall, strong, with dark hair, blue eyes, and strong jaws.
Post-Robert's Rebellion Division: Following Robert's Rebellion, House Baratheon split into three branches:
- King's Landing: Led by King Robert Baratheon, ruling from the capital.
- Dragonstone: Led by Lord Stannis Baratheon, ruling from Dragonstone.
- Storm's End: Led by Lord Renly Baratheon, ruling from the ancestral seat.
History and Key Figures:
- Ors Baratheon: A general under Aegon the Conqueror, he married Argella Durrandon, the last Durrandon ruler, and adopted the Durrandon sigil and words, becoming Lord of Storm's End.
- Borros Baratheon: Allied with Aegon II Targaryen during the Dance of the Dragons. He was killed by Lord Costayne at the Battle of the King's Road.
- Lionel Baratheon: Declared himself King of the Stormlands and rebelled against the crown after Aegon V Targaryen broke a betrothal between his heir and the king's daughter. He was defeated by Ser Duncan the Tall.
- Steffon Baratheon: Father of Robert, Stannis, and Renly. He died at sea when his ship, the Wind Prow, sank.
- Robert Baratheon: The eldest son of Steffon, he inherited Storm's End. He became the central figure of Robert's Rebellion after the deaths of Brandon and Rickard Stark. He killed Rhaegar Targaryen at the Battle of the Trident and was crowned King Robert I Baratheon.
- Stannis Baratheon: Second son of Steffon. He commanded the Baratheon fleet during the Greyjoy Rebellion and defeated the Iron Fleet at the Battle of Fair Isle.
- Renly Baratheon: Youngest son of Steffon. He joined the small council as Master of Laws. He was assassinated during the War of the Five Kings.
Key Events:
- Robert's Rebellion: Sparked by the abduction of Lyanna Stark and the subsequent execution of Brandon and Rickard Stark. Robert Baratheon became the leader of the rebellion.
- Greyjoy Rebellion: Stannis Baratheon played a crucial role in defeating the Ironborn fleet.
- War of the Five Kings: The Baratheon brothers were divided, leading to conflict. Renly was killed, and Stannis was eventually defeated.
House Arryn
Introduction: House Arryn is one of the great houses of Westeros, ruling the Vale of Arryn from their impregnable mountain stronghold, the Eyrie. Their sigil is a falcon on a sky-blue field, and their words are "As High as Honor." They also hold the Moon Gate and the Giant's Lance.
History and Key Figures:
- Artys Arryn: Considered the first King of the Mountain and the Vale, he united the Vale and was legendary for his prowess in battle.
- Roland Arryn: Became Lord Protector of the Vale after Aegon's Conquest.
- Jon Arryn: A key figure in Robert's Rebellion, he was Hand of the King to Robert Baratheon and fostered both Ned Stark and Robert Baratheon. His death was a catalyst for the events of "A Game of Thrones."
- Lysa Arryn: Wife of Jon Arryn and mother of Robin Arryn. She was a manipulative figure who played a significant role in the political landscape of the Vale.
- Robin Arryn: The young Lord of the Vale, sickly and influenced by his mother.
Key Events:
- Aegon's Conquest: House Arryn surrendered to Aegon Targaryen after a strategic defeat at the Battle of the Gullet.
- Robert's Rebellion: Jon Arryn was a crucial leader, refusing to surrender Robert Baratheon and Ned Stark to Aerys II Targaryen.
- War of the Five Kings: The Vale remained largely neutral initially, but Lysa Arryn eventually sided with the Starks.
House Greyjoy
Introduction: House Greyjoy rules the Iron Islands, a harsh archipelago west of Westeros. Their seat is Pyke, and their title is Lord Reaper of Pyke. Their sigil is a kraken on black, and their words are "We Do Not Sow." They are known for their tall, dark-haired, and dark-eyed appearance.
History and Key Figures:
- Victarion Greyjoy: A formidable warrior and commander of the Iron Fleet.
- Balon Greyjoy: Lord of the Iron Islands who rebelled against the Iron Throne.
- Theon Greyjoy: Balon's son, fostered by Ned Stark at Winterfell. He played a pivotal role in the early events of "A Game of Thrones."
- Asha Greyjoy: Balon's daughter, a fierce warrior and potential heir.
- Euron Greyjoy: Balon's brother, a cunning and ruthless figure who seeks to conquer Westeros.
Key Events:
- Aegon's Conquest: The Ironborn surrendered to Aegon Targaryen, who allowed them to choose their own ruler.
- Greyjoy Rebellion: Balon Greyjoy rebelled against Robert Baratheon, leading to the subjugation of the Iron Islands and Theon's fostering.
- War of the Five Kings: Balon Greyjoy declared himself King of the Iron Islands and attacked the North.
House Martell
Introduction: House Martell rules Dorne from Sunspear. Their sigil is a sun pierced by a golden spear on red, and their words are "Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken." They are known for their dark hair, dark eyes, and olive skin, reflecting their Rhoynar heritage.
History and Key Figures:
- Morgan Martell: The founder of House Martell.
- Nymeria: A Rhoynar warrior queen who married Lord Martell, merging their cultures and establishing the Martell line.
- Doran Martell: The current ruling Prince of Dorne, known for his cautious and strategic approach.
- Oberyn Martell: Doran's younger brother, a passionate and deadly warrior, known as the "Red Viper."
- Arianne Martell: Doran's daughter, who plots to place Myrcella Baratheon on the Iron Throne.
Key Events:
- Nymeria's Migration: The Rhoynar people, led by Nymeria, fled their homeland and settled in Dorne.
- Aegon's Conquest: Dorne resisted Aegon Targaryen's conquest, and Sunspear was never sacked.
- First Dornish War: A prolonged conflict between Dorne and the Targaryens.
- Robert's Rebellion: Elia Martell, wife of Rhaegar Targaryen, and her children were murdered by Lannister soldiers during the Sack of King's Landing.
- War of the Five Kings: Dorne remained neutral, but Oberyn Martell sought justice for his sister Elia.
House Tyrell
Introduction: House Tyrell rules the Reach from Highgarden. They are the stewards of the Reach and hold the title of Lord Paramount. Their sigil is a golden rose on green, and their words are "Growing Strong." They are known for their wealth, military might, and diplomatic prowess.
History and Key Figures:
- Alester Tyrell: The founder of House Tyrell, a knight and adventurer.
- Olenna Tyrell: The formidable matriarch of House Tyrell, known as the "Queen of Thorns."
- Mace Tyrell: Lord of Highgarden and Hand of the King.
- Loras Tyrell: Mace's son, a renowned knight known as the "Knight of Flowers."
- Margaery Tyrell: Mace's daughter, who marries King Joffrey and later King Tommen Baratheon.
Key Events:
- Aegon's Conquest: House Tyrell surrendered to Aegon Targaryen and was rewarded with the stewardship of the Reach.
- Dance of the Dragons: House Tyrell remained neutral.
- Robert's Rebellion: House Tyrell remained loyal to the Targaryens but was defeated by Robert Baratheon.
- War of the Five Kings: House Tyrell allied with House Lannister, playing a crucial role in the conflict.
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