[OOC] The Regency - aSoIaF RP

[Cresadine]

And then subsequently lost it after a year. The Mother of Dragons bought Unsullied for that purpose, unfortunately Baela doesn't have an army (and she has no dragons) and probably won't be able to raise one, considering we just went through a disastrous civil war.

Considering Aegon is easily manipulated by the nobles, and someone like Baela is not, I feel most of the major houses (who's members or vassals sit on the council) will support the Regency if Baela makes an attempt.

Baela can easily manipulated too or thats what she make you believe. Aegon is a male which means not dynastic change with Baela... Suitors will appear even a LP will kill to have his Grandchildren or children to seat in the Iron Throne.

You literally addressed none of my points. I pronounce you, fair sir, ridiculous.

[Phalnia]

Name: Ser Gwayne Connington
Year of Birth: 85AC
House: Connington of Griffin's Roost
Appearance: Gwayne is a large man with broad shoulders and thick arms. He is still handsome in the face, despite his many years. His hair is as red as flames with streaks of silver running through it and his large beard.
Personality: In his youth Gwayne was a carefree boy, prone to flights of fancy and daydreaming. His father did all in his power to break this habit but, had little success. Though after years of hardship and shattered ideals, Gwayne is firmly grounded in reality and cynicism. Even his brothers in the kingsguard are not above his suspicious mind. His only purpose now is to protect his king and ensure the mistakes of his predecessors are not repeated.
Rank/Position: Ser, Lord Commander of the Kingsguard
Relatives:
-Myria Connington(sister), 90AC
-Lord Arne Connington(cousin), 96AC
-Lord Rolf Connington(father), 66AC-128AC
-Lady Jeyne Connington(mother), 65AC-120AC
Biography: Gwayne was born in 85AC in his family's ancient seat. He was his father's first-born child and natural heir. He had a life of privilege, being born into one of the most powerful houses in the Stormlands. He trained with great knight and warriors from as far away as Norvos, and was tutored by wise maesters and Eastern mystics. As a boy, Gwayne would stand on the tallest tower of his father's castle and imagine himself soaring the skies on the back of a griffin. Lord Rolf quickly put an end to such nonsense, bringing his son back to earth and the reality in front of them. In Gwayne's fifth year his mother gave birth to another child, Jeyne. She was a quiet and sickly babe. The maester did not expect her to live to her fifth nameday. However, by her sixth year the maester had passed on and Jeyne was alive and she and Gwayne had become quite close.

Gwayne and Jeyne were understandably upset when twelve year old Gwayne was sent of to squire in the Dornish marches for Lord Selmy. It was in Lord Selmy's service that Gwayne's true skill as a swordsman was revealed. The stormlords of the marches were either raiding the Dornish of being raided by them, this led to an excess of fighting. Gwayne fought and slew his first foe at fourteen. He killed his first knight at fifteen and received a knighthood as a reward. Despite his father's insistence that he return to Griffin's Roost, Gwayne took to the roads as a hedge knight. The Red Griffin as he became known, traveled the realm from the Red Mountains to White Harbor and points between. Ser Gwayne rode in two dozen tourneys and won his fair share. When not jousting, Gwayne lent his sword to righteous causes and developed a reputation as a fine knight. In 104AC Gwayne took part in the Tourney at Maidenpool, honoring Viserys' ascension to the throne. Despite being bested by Prince Daemon in both the melee and the lists the two developed a mutual respect. Gwayne also met the knight Criston Cole, a man he found to be vainglorious and rather unlikable.

By 105AC Gwayne had returned to Griffin's Roost and his father's good graces. There he would prepare for his eventual rise to the lordship of house Connington. It was around this time that a betrothal was arranged between Ser Gwayne and a daughter of Lord Tarth. Lord Rolf was finally content in his son's acceptance of his duty to family. But, this all came to an end when a raven arrived from Prince Daemon Targaryen for Ser Gwayne. The Prince had begun to put together a force of men to wrest control of the Stepstones from the Kingdom of the Three Daughters and asked for Gwayne to accompany him. For nearly a decade Gwayne would serve in Daemon's army as they fought for control of the island chain.

During this time his engagement to Lord Tarth's daughter was ended. Lord Tarths believing the extended engagement as a slight against his house and threatening to geld the Red Griffin if he ever saw the man again. Not long after a second raven arrived, this one from Lord Rolf. Gwayne had been disowned by his father and banished from Griffin's Roost. His father cited Gwayne's wanderlust and lack of dedication, and had Gwayne's cousin, the lack wit Arne, named his heir and wed him to Jeyne to legitimize the inheritance. Despite the crushing news, Gwayne felt a sense of relief. The requirements and expectations of a lord's son were often to much for the man to bear and now he was free to do as he pleased. After Daemon's departure from the Stepstones, Gwayne remained for a time before becoming tired of the ineffectual kings who ruled following Daemon and departing for Dragonstone at the behest of Prince Daemon.

There he was introduced to Princess Rhaenyra and rumored to have been her lover for a time. Gwayne would remain on the island in service to Rhaenyra, even after Daemon's departure to the Free Cities. While there he joined the guard of the Princess and her husband, Ser Velaryon. He served ably for many years, as things in the realm were peaceful and calm. Gwayne would become fond of Rhaenyra's sons and even took part in their arms training. After a few years Prince Daemon returned from his exile in the Free Cities with his bride and twin daughters. Gwayne greeted his old friend and companion heartily. At the Princes behest Gwayne accompanied Sers Laenor Velaryon and Qarl Correy to Spicetown in 120AC. It was Gwayne who returned with the solemn news of Laenor's murder and Qarl's escape. Gwayne was later on hand when Rhaenyra and Daemon were wed.

At the outbreak of the Dance, Ser Gwayne accompanied Prince Daemon to Harrenhal where he took part in the bloodless Assault on Harrenhal and later the Battle of the Burning Mill and defeat of the Brackens at Stone Hedge. Gwayne was privy to all manner of Daemon's plans and councils. When word of Lucerys' death reached Harrenhal, Daemon vowed vengeance against the children of his nephew. Gwayne protested such a dastardly act. Daemon dismissed him from the room and his service on the spot. The Prince added that Gwayne and his soft heart were better suited for guard duty on Dragonstone. Gwayne was distraught at the thought of a man he had once held in high esteem, conspiring to murder children. Seeing no other options Gwayne did return to Dragonstone to rejoin the household guard of Queen Rhaenyra. Upon his arrival at Dragonstone however, Gwayne was instead offered a position with the queensguard. Lord Commander Darklyn had perished attempting to tame Seasmoke, and Ser Erryk had been slain by his treacherous brother. As such the queensguard needed bodies and Gwayne readily accepted the position.

As his first duty Gwayne was sent to the Stormlands to rally the lords there to the Queen's cause. His first stop was his ancestral home of Griffin's Roost. There he was met by his cousin and brother-in-law, Lord Arne Connington. Gwayne suffered numerous insults and quips from, Arne following his request that they join the blacks. Realizing he could do no good here Gwayne rose to leave only to have Arne order his arrest. Gwayne cut down four men before he and Arne crossed blades. Arne was as clumsy a swordsman as could be and Gwayne soon had him disarmed and on his knees. Arne's life was spared only by the pleas of Jeyne Connington, who carried his child in her. Gwayne bid his sister farewell and left the castle seeking to put as many leagues between himself and his enraged cousin.

Gwayne hadn't made it halfway to the Kingswood before he was set upon by half a dozen knights from Storm's End. Gwayne slew them to a man but, suffered a cutting blow to his leg in the process. Now certainly reviled and hunted by every stormlord, Gwayne sought a way back to Dragonstone. By the time Gwayne arrived at Massey's Hook, word had reached him that Rhaenyra had taken King's Landing. Ser Gwayne altered course and presented himself before the Queen. He was welcomed back despite his failure to turn any of the stormlords. He continued his service as a queensguard while the smallfolk grew to resent their new Queen. The situation reached a tipping point when Lord Corlys was imprisoned and his forces departed the city. In one night thousands of peasants rose up and began to flock to madmen who claimed to be Targaryens. Soon the gates of the city were lost and unguarded. And worst of all five dragons were slain when the Dragonpit was stormed by an army of rioters. The city was clearly lost and Rhaenyra fled from the city.

Gwayne was given the sorrowful task of guarding the Queen retreat and sealing the secret passages. It was not long before rioters broke through the defenses and into the Red Keep. The Red Griffin slew a score of men before he was overtaken and beat half to death. When he awoke Gwayne was a prisoner of a false king, Trystane Truefyre. In his prison, Trystane realized his cell adjoined that of Lord Corlys. Lord Corlys explained that he and Ser Gwayne had been sparred death by the fact that they may be worth a ransom. For nearly a month Corlys and Gwayne suffered near daily beatings and survived on rats and moldy bread. On more than one occasion the elderly Lord Corlys was nearly beaten to death, until Gwayne drew the attention of the assailants and took the beatings intended for the Sea Snake.

Eventually, a great commotion arose from the city and the keep. The next day the dungeons were emptied and their inhabitants brought before the city's new ruler, King Aegon II. Lord Corlys was freed and set to the small council but, Ser Gwayne's fate seemed far more dire. The only reason he was not executed on the spot were the protests of Lord Corlys on his behalf. King Aegon II decreed his fate would rest in the hands of Lord Baratheon upon his return, for it was Lord Baratheon who's bannerman Gwayne had assaulted and his knights who he had slain. So once again Gwayne was sent to the dungeons, though he found his cell much more accommodating.

However, when he was next brought before the Iron Throne it was not Aegon the Elder who sat in judgement but, Lord Cregan Stark acting as Hand of the King for Aegon the Younger. Lord Cregan had little interest in Gwayne, instead seeking justice for the murder of Aegon II. As such Ser Gwayne was named to the kingsguard of Aegon III and raised to the rank of Lord Commander, having been the only surviving member of the now defunct queensguard. It was only after this appointment that Gwayne learned the fate of the realm following the Riot of King's Landing. The death of all other members of the queensguard, Aegon feeding Rhaenyra to his dragon, and the final battle on the kingsroad. Since his appointment, Ser Gwayne has worked to restore the honor of the kingsguard and ensure the safety of the young king.

CODEWORD: Spudnik

[Mastropiero]

Baela can easily manipulated too or thats what she make you believe. Aegon is a male which means not dynastic change with Baela... Suitors will appear even a LP will kill to have his Grandchildren or children to seat in the Iron Throne.

You literally addressed none of my points. I pronounce you, fair sir, ridiculous.

Yes I do sir. Aegon is male which means his last name, Targaryen will continue, even if he marries a Hightower but if a woman from the Targaryen family seats in the throne, the dynastic name will change to Targaryen plus the husband's name. Every noble will dare to kill, bribe or whatever to reach the position of King consort since It'd increase their families prestige and political power.

If the Dance of Dragons had never happened, Jacaerys Targaryen - Velaryon would have been the next king after his mother.

Baela, she' d be like Hamlet but she will be Hamlet and Claudius at the same time.

[Cresadine]

You literally addressed none of my points. I pronounce you, fair sir, ridiculous.

Yes I do sir. Aegon is male which means his last name Targaryen will continue as king even if he marries a Hightower but if a woman from the Targaryen family takes the throne, the dynastic name will change to Targaryen plus the husband's name. Every noble will dare to kill, bribe or whatever to reach the position of King consort since I'd increase their families prestige and political power. For Baela I'd be like Hamlet but she will be Hamlet and Claudius at the same time.

You still haven't addressed my points.
My points were:
- The fact that Daeron and Daenerys were the same age and younger than Baela does not mean Baela can conquer the Seven Kingdoms
- Baela does not have an army or Dragons, and can't raise one
- We just went through the Dance of Dragons and no one is in the mood for another civil war
- The major houses will not support her because Aegon is easy to manipulate and Baela is not

To address your points: it is true, but once they are married you will only have that house supporting you, chances are they are still rebuilding after the Dance and will not have to fight the rest of the Kingdom in a rebellion.

[Mastropiero]

Yes I do sir. Aegon is male which means his last name Targaryen will continue as king even if he marries a Hightower but if a woman from the Targaryen family takes the throne, the dynastic name will change to Targaryen plus the husband's name. Every noble will dare to kill, bribe or whatever to reach the position of King consort since I'd increase their families prestige and political power. For Baela I'd be like Hamlet but she will be Hamlet and Claudius at the same time.

You still haven't addressed my points.
My points were:
- The fact that Daeron and Daenerys were the same age and younger than Baela does not mean Baela can conquer the Seven Kingdoms
- Baela does not have an army or Dragons, and can't raise one
- We just went through the Dance of Dragons and no one is in the mood for another civil war
- The major houses will not support her because Aegon is easy to manipulate and Baela is not

To address your points: it is true, but once they are married you will only have that house supporting you, chances are they are still rebuilding after the Dance and will not have to fight the rest of the Kingdom in a rebellion.

- Daeron, the young dragon, didn't have dragons when he conquered Dorne.
- A civil war? Intrigue is the key. In the canon, Jahaera Targaryen was killed by a kingsguard because Lord Peake wanted to place one of his daughters as Aegon's wife.
- Even If Baela is an adult under Westerosi standards, she's still a teenager with a stubborn attitude. The nobilty will overestimate her.

[Cresadine]

You still haven't addressed my points.
My points were:
- The fact that Daeron and Daenerys were the same age and younger than Baela does not mean Baela can conquer the Seven Kingdoms
- Baela does not have an army or Dragons, and can't raise one
- We just went through the Dance of Dragons and no one is in the mood for another civil war
- The major houses will not support her because Aegon is easy to manipulate and Baela is not

To address your points: it is true, but once they are married you will only have that house supporting you, chances are they are still rebuilding after the Dance and will not have to fight the rest of the Kingdom in a rebellion.

- Daeron, the young dragon, didn't have dragons when he conquered Dorne.
- A civil war? Intrigue is the key. In the canon, Jahaera Targaryen was killed by a kingsguard because Lord Peake wanted to place one of his daughters as Aegon's wife.
- Even If Baela is an adult under Westerosi standards, she's still a teenager with a stubborn attitude. The nobilty will overestimate her.

- He also died when doing that, and lost 60,000 men in the process.
- You still haven't addressed my second point
- The way you make it out, nobles are openly trying to become the husband of the "Queen" which would most certainly begat a civil war. Even if you do somehow manage to kill Aemon, then the throne will pass to Viserys.
- Now they won't you just said "she's still a teenager" and a woman for that manner, they will dismiss her immediately.

[Mastropiero]

- Daeron, the young dragon, didn't have dragons when he conquered Dorne.
- A civil war? Intrigue is the key. In the canon, Jahaera Targaryen was killed by a kingsguard because Lord Peake wanted to place one of his daughters as Aegon's wife.
- Even If Baela is an adult under Westerosi standards, she's still a teenager with a stubborn attitude. The nobilty will overestimate her.

- He also died when doing that, and lost 60,000 men in the process.
- You still haven't addressed my second point
- The way you make it out, nobles are openly trying to become the husband of the "Queen" which would most certainly begat a civil war. Even if you do somehow manage to kill Aemon, then the throne will pass to Viserys.
- Now they won't you just said "she's still a teenager" and a woman for that manner, they will dismiss her immediately.

- But he won even with his bad logistics. He ruled Dorne for seven years before being killed by the Dornish
- Viserys is apparently dead (He is a hostage of the Rogare family). So the Throne pass to her unless your character wants another civil war.
- Is a game of intrigue not factions, since as you said people is rebuilding, no one will have the resources to rebuild an army after the dragons scorched the land. The times of the Black and the Green council ended.
- She's a teenager under our standards. Rhaenyra was a woman too and look what she did with the help of the Velaryons.

[Cresadine]

- He also died when doing that, and lost 60,000 men in the process.
- You still haven't addressed my second point
- The way you make it out, nobles are openly trying to become the husband of the "Queen" which would most certainly begat a civil war. Even if you do somehow manage to kill Aemon, then the throne will pass to Viserys.
- Now they won't you just said "she's still a teenager" and a woman for that manner, they will dismiss her immediately.

- But he won even with his bad logistics. He ruled Dorne for seven years before being killed by the Dornish
- Viserys is apparently dead (He is a hostage of the Rogare family). So the Throne pass to her unless your character wants another civil war.
- Is a game of intrigue not factions, since as you said people is rebuilding, no one will have the resources to rebuild an army after the dragons scorched the land. The times of the Black and the Green council ended.
- She's a teenager under our standards. Rhaenyra was a woman too and look what she did with the help of the Velaryons.

- He died in the war and was defeated by a Dornish rebellion. Baelor brought Dorne into the Seven Kingdoms.
- It was known early in Aegon's reign that Viserys was alive.
- Ok, point granted. That is a big if though, if you can kill the King. He will be protected by his Kingsguard and the Regents will probably assign more protection to him, being a minor and all. Even if you do kill him, Rhaena and Baela are twins and the Regents could just pick Rhaena instead, her being more lady-like than Baela and easier to manipulate.
-So?

[Mastropiero]

- But he won even with his bad logistics. He ruled Dorne for seven years before being killed by the Dornish
- Viserys is apparently dead (He is a hostage of the Rogare family). So the Throne pass to her unless your character wants another civil war.
- Is a game of intrigue not factions, since as you said people is rebuilding, no one will have the resources to rebuild an army after the dragons scorched the land. The times of the Black and the Green council ended.
- She's a teenager under our standards. Rhaenyra was a woman too and look what she did with the help of the Velaryons.

- He died in the war and was defeated by a Dornish rebellion. Baelor brought Dorne into the Seven Kingdoms.
- It was known early in Aegon's reign that Viserys was alive.
- Ok, point granted. That is a big if though, if you can kill the King. He will be protected by his Kingsguard and the Regents will probably assign more protection to him, being a minor and all. Even if you do kill him, Rhaena and Baela are twins and the Regents could just pick Rhaena instead, her being more lady-like than Baela and easier to manipulate.
-So?

- The death of Lyonel Tyrell started the Dornish rebellion, but until that Dorne was part of the seven kingdoms.
- Viserys is the most powerful character since Aegon will only trust him and accept his advice without caring about his sisters our council. So he's gonna get killed or poisoned more sooner than we though unless the cruel nobility wants to stay as mere shadows with a little voice.
- Rhaena would never be picked to have the Iron Throne because she has a dragon. She is dangerous for the nobility.
- The nobility don't discriminate when you are a peer.

[Cuprum]

Don't worry about the future, both of you are gonna get killed by the mighty hand of the king. I'll be the puppetmaster and the Celtigar Family will rule from the shadows.

[Cresadine]

- He died in the war and was defeated by a Dornish rebellion. Baelor brought Dorne into the Seven Kingdoms.
- It was known early in Aegon's reign that Viserys was alive.
- Ok, point granted. That is a big if though, if you can kill the King. He will be protected by his Kingsguard and the Regents will probably assign more protection to him, being a minor and all. Even if you do kill him, Rhaena and Baela are twins and the Regents could just pick Rhaena instead, her being more lady-like than Baela and easier to manipulate.
-So?

- The death of Lyonel Tyrell started the Dornish rebellion, but until that Dorne was part of the seven kingdoms.
- Viserys is the most powerful character since Aegon will only trust him and accept his advice without caring about his sisters our council. So he's gonna get killed or poisoned more sooner than we though unless the cruel nobility wants to stay as mere shadows with a little voice.
- Rhaena would never be picked to have the Iron Throne because she has a dragon. She is dangerous for the nobility.
- The nobility don't discriminate when you are a peer.

You know what, I think I was a little hasty in my judgement. I think what you are talking about is totally, feasible, if not difficult. It was stubborn on my part to continue this debate after you had explained your reasoning, for that I apologize. I look forward to roleplay with you, good sir.

Perhaps Rhaena and Baela could co-operate on this intrigue you propose, it sounds rather interesting - and after all, birds of a feather, flock together.

[Austria and Bavaria]

Finished. I may app for further family members.

Name: Lord Mathis Osgrey
Year of Birth: 80 A.C.
House: House Osgrey
Appearance:

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Personality: Lord Mathis is a loyal man, committed to his House and to the Iron Throne. He is very stoical and reserved in his emotions, often coming off as cold. Mathis has a reputation as a plotter and a planner. He was not such much as warrior in the Dance, but a tactician. He holds a very strong grudge against those who supported the Greens, although he is unlikely to show it, both because of his stoical nature and because he has no wish to make enemies without need. Mathis is commited to furthering House Osgrey's fortunes, and seeks to reclaim Coldmoat for his House.
Rank/Position: Lord Regent, Master of Laws
Relatives:
Lady Jenna Rowan ~ Wife, age 43
Ser Jonathor Osgrey ~ Son, age 19.
Lady Alys Osgrey ~ Daughter, age 14.
Ser Martyn Osgrey ~ Brother, age 35.
Lady Elinor Bulwer ~ Wife of Martyn, age 30.


Biography:

Mathis Osgrey was born the eldest son of Lord Renly Osgrey, the Lord of Standfast. He was a curious and inquisitive child, and his father brought in several maesters to teach him, and Mathis proved an eager student. He was particularly interested in history and law, and became a master at the game of Cyvasse. For a short while he even considered becoming a Maester. Although certainly studious, Mathis did not neglect martial studies, becoming fairly proficient in the sword and lance, although never at any skill to match the great warrior of Westeros. The military matters of the House were often filled by his younger brother, Ser Martyn Osgrey. Mathis and Martyn both attended the infamous tourney at King's Landing in 111 A.C., at which they were firmly won over to the side of the Blacks.

By the time the Dance of the Dragons began, Mathis had succeeded his father as lord of Coldmoat. He wed Jenna Rowan, the daughter of the Lord Rowan, strengthening House Osgrey's position within the Reach, and worked to improve his houses fortunes by expanding Standfast, and by establishing diplomatic ties to the great Houses of the Reach, When the Dance began, Coldmoat immediately declared for the Blacks. Due to his quick mind, Mathis was present in several Black councils of war, and helped in planning the strategies of the black forces. Mathis and Martyn both fought for the entirety of the war, with both of them being knighted; Mathis for a leading a charge of Osgrey Knights in the Battle by the Lakeshore, and Martyn for saving the life of Ben Blackwood in the Second Battle of Tumbledon. The forces of House Osgrey then joined the forces of Cregan Stark as he marched south.

Mathis was involved in the Hour of the Wolf, and aided Cregan Stark in seeking out those suspected of murdering Aegon II. Although Mathis loathed Aegon, he found the idea of murdering a king quite revolting. Mathis was particular satisfied by the execution of Larys Strong, a man who he despised, who he had once called "A snake in the body of a cripple". Mathis also aided Baela and Rhaena Targaryen in saving the life of Lord Corlys Velaryon. Because of the influence he held in Black circles, and because of his keen mind, Mathis was named as one of King Aegon's Regents. Martyn has also been in King's Landing, serving as Mathis' enforcer. Mathis has proven quite keen to the regency, and may prove to be the man to finally restore House Osgrey to it's former fortunes.

CODEWORD: Spudnik

[Free Empire of the Low Isles]

Tag for interest... Thinking Dornish spymaster. Aka, Varys but not a eunuch.

[Phalnia]

Tag for interest... Thinking Dornish spymaster. Aka, Varys but not a eunuch.

Dorne is independent. Not sure they'd be welcome.

[Argentumurbem]

*snip*

Bit miffed that his is both a black AND didn't stick around in the Reach but what can you do. Accepted.

[Argentumurbem]

Tag. Save the master of coin and house Tyrell for me.

I know that I said LPs are acceptable but I would request that your Tyrell is older (in the 35-55 range), so probably an uncle or even great-uncle of the currently reigning lord. Beyond that however, I feel the secret dislike is a nice little extra.

*snip*

Having looked over your...ideas...for how you intend to play I was initially quite concerned. However I also received worrying information regarding a past RP where the credibility of your account was called in to doubt. A player can control two characters (initially one regent and one KG - Targs can be a third if anyone wants that) and as long as there is IC reason then they can work together, I would be happy to promote that, however, for one player to have two accounts in the same RP could be used to Metagame. Since I have no way of actually knowing if this is the case or not, I am going to have to deny your application. Sorry.
- Several credible sources came forward, citing a previous RP set in the world of aSoIaF.


For everyone at large. Hate to come across as negative or ranting but I honestly don't think I did a very good job at laying it out clearly in the OP, which is my bad:
- The issue with the canon characters is restrictions have to be implemented. The civil war was a horrible thing for the Targaryens, a family dispute blown out of proportion. Now all the surviving Targaryens (minus Aegon's wife) have are each other. They grew up together in the courts of Dragonstone and Driftmark (which were very interchangeable) and as such would not possess the ability to kill each other. Manipulate? For the purposes of the RP sure.
- Also, creating a Queendom of both Dorne and Essos? Now obviously we are taking that as hyperbolic but the political and social upheaval caused by the Dance means that conquest is literally out of the question. The cream of the nobility is dead, winter is here and we have bandits formed from soldiers of basically every one of the Seven Kingdoms. It was only the legendary ability of Alyn Velaryon (and the extraordinary incompetence of the iron born) which ended the reaving. Alyn Velaryon and the regent council actually getting shit done which kept the realm together.
- Now I totally understand that the first thought would be to kill Aegon and ascend the throne, however that defeats the purposes of the RP. The purpose is to, on one hand, deal with the various time-dependent issues arising across the realm, and on the other, manipulate the court in order to provide the regent's family with more power. Aegon is very easy to manipulate. If you watch aGoT then look at Stannis, how quick did he switch between Mel and Davos? Aegon is young and really at this stage still does not really care - or rather cares too much and is thus full of self-doubt - for the governance of the realm. This is a narrow window for the various lords to recover from the war. And in the event of his death? Well most know that Viserys is alive and unless they want a civil war/complete disintegration of the Seven Kingdoms then he needs to be fetched.

The first issues for the council will be Corlys Velaryon's death (if we still have vacancies), one of the numerous bandit groups moving out of the riverlands, possible rejuvenation of Kings Landing and the issue of food shortage among the more northernly and scorched areas. I am trying to get the number of issues just right. Too many would kill the RP either as plots/dealings fall by the wayside and too few would not bring about the same sense of duty the regents have. As in canon, the regency (which would have been known to be merely a way of manipulating the king) was not changed until Aegon disbanded it because it actually dealt with the matters of the realm, from ironborn reaving to recovering princes and generally reinstalling law and order.

[Cuprum]

What are we gonna do in case we don't fulfill all the offices, are you gonna NPC?

[Cresadine]

So I would assume Rhaena and Baela, as Aegon's older sisters - have a fair amount of personal/emotional influence over him? They apparently convinced him to spare Corlys Velaryon (who I just learned will be killed as one of the first acts of the RP ).

[Phalnia]

LC Done

[Videssos]

So I would assume Rhaena and Baela, as Aegon's older sisters - have a fair amount of personal/emotional influence over him? They apparently convinced him to spare Corlys Velaryon (who I just learned will be killed as one of the first acts of the RP ).

He isn't really "killed," though. He simply dies of old age ("will be killed" implies it was intentional).

[Cuprum]

Um... This is going to die more sooner than I though.

[Singpu]

Very tempted to join in on this, but it's been so long that I'm a bit worried I'll get lost trying to keep up.

[Austria and Bavaria]

Bump.

[Argentumurbem]

Name: Ser Gwayne Connington
Year of Birth: 85AC
House: Connington of Griffin's Roost
Appearance: Gwayne is a large man with broad shoulders and thick arms. He is still handsome in the face, despite his many years. His hair is as red as flames with streaks of silver running through it and his large beard.
Personality: In his youth Gwayne was a carefree boy, prone to flights of fancy and daydreaming. His father did all in his power to break this habit but, had little success. Though after years of hardship and shattered ideals, Gwayne is firmly grounded in reality and cynicism. Even his brothers in the kingsguard are not above his suspicious mind. His only purpose now is to protect his king and ensure the mistakes of his predecessors are not repeated.
Rank/Position: Ser, Lord Commander of the Kingsguard
Relatives:
-Myria Connington(sister), 90AC
-Lord Arne Connington(cousin), 96AC
-Lord Rolf Connington(father), 66AC-128AC
-Lady Jeyne Connington(mother), 65AC-120AC
Biography: Gwayne was born in 85AC in his family's ancient seat. He was his father's first-born child and natural heir. He had a life of privilege, being born into one of the most powerful houses in the Stormlands. He trained with great knight and warriors from as far away as Norvos, and was tutored by wise maesters and Eastern mystics. As a boy, Gwayne would stand on the tallest tower of his father's castle and imagine himself soaring the skies on the back of a griffin. Lord Rolf quickly put an end to such nonsense, bringing his son back to earth and the reality in front of them. In Gwayne's fifth year his mother gave birth to another child, Jeyne. She was a quiet and sickly babe. The maester did not expect her to live to her fifth nameday. However, by her sixth year the maester had passed on and Jeyne was alive and she and Gwayne had become quite close.

Gwayne and Jeyne were understandably upset when twelve year old Gwayne was sent of to squire in the Dornish marches for Lord Selmy. It was in Lord Selmy's service that Gwayne's true skill as a swordsman was revealed. The stormlords of the marches were either raiding the Dornish of being raided by them, this led to an excess of fighting. Gwayne fought and slew his first foe at fourteen. He killed his first knight at fifteen and received a knighthood as a reward. Despite his father's insistence that he return to Griffin's Roost, Gwayne took to the roads as a hedge knight. The Red Griffin as he became known, traveled the realm from the Red Mountains to White Harbor and points between. Ser Gwayne rode in two dozen tourneys and won his fair share. When not jousting, Gwayne lent his sword to righteous causes and developed a reputation as a fine knight. In 104AC Gwayne took part in the Tourney at Maidenpool, honoring Viserys' ascension to the throne. Despite being bested by Prince Daemon in both the melee and the lists the two developed a mutual respect. Gwayne also met the knight Criston Cole, a man he found to be vainglorious and rather unlikable.

By 105AC Gwayne had returned to Griffin's Roost and his father's good graces. There he would prepare for his eventual rise to the lordship of house Connington. It was around this time that a betrothal was arranged between Ser Gwayne and a daughter of Lord Tarth. Lord Rolf was finally content in his son's acceptance of his duty to family. But, this all came to an end when a raven arrived from Prince Daemon Targaryen for Ser Gwayne. The Prince had begun to put together a force of men to wrest control of the Stepstones from the Kingdom of the Three Daughters and asked for Gwayne to accompany him. For nearly a decade Gwayne would serve in Daemon's army as they fought for control of the island chain.

During this time his engagement to Lord Tarth's daughter was ended. Lord Tarths believing the extended engagement as a slight against his house and threatening to geld the Red Griffin if he ever saw the man again. Not long after a second raven arrived, this one from Lord Rolf. Gwayne had been disowned by his father and banished from Griffin's Roost. His father cited Gwayne's wanderlust and lack of dedication, and had Gwayne's cousin, the lack wit Arne, named his heir and wed him to Jeyne to legitimize the inheritance. Despite the crushing news, Gwayne felt a sense of relief. The requirements and expectations of a lord's son were often to much for the man to bear and now he was free to do as he pleased. After Daemon's departure from the Stepstones, Gwayne remained for a time before becoming tired of the ineffectual kings who ruled following Daemon and departing for Dragonstone at the behest of Prince Daemon.

There he was introduced to Princess Rhaenyra and rumored to have been her lover for a time. Gwayne would remain on the island in service to Rhaenyra, even after Daemon's departure to the Free Cities. While there he joined the guard of the Princess and her husband, Ser Velaryon. He served ably for many years, as things in the realm were peaceful and calm. Gwayne would become fond of Rhaenyra's sons and even took part in their arms training. After a few years Prince Daemon returned from his exile in the Free Cities with his bride and twin daughters. Gwayne greeted his old friend and companion heartily. At the Princes behest Gwayne accompanied Sers Laenor Velaryon and Qarl Correy to Spicetown in 120AC. It was Gwayne who returned with the solemn news of Laenor's murder and Qarl's escape. Gwayne was later on hand when Rhaenyra and Daemon were wed.

At the outbreak of the Dance, Ser Gwayne accompanied Prince Daemon to Harrenhal where he took part in the bloodless Assault on Harrenhal and later the Battle of the Burning Mill and defeat of the Brackens at Stone Hedge. Gwayne was privy to all manner of Daemon's plans and councils. When word of Lucerys' death reached Harrenhal, Daemon vowed vengeance against the children of his nephew. Gwayne protested such a dastardly act. Daemon dismissed him from the room and his service on the spot. The Prince added that Gwayne and his soft heart were better suited for guard duty on Dragonstone. Gwayne was distraught at the thought of a man he had once held in high esteem, conspiring to murder children. Seeing no other options Gwayne did return to Dragonstone to rejoin the household guard of Queen Rhaenyra. Upon his arrival at Dragonstone however, Gwayne was instead offered a position with the queensguard. Lord Commander Darklyn had perished attempting to tame Seasmoke, and Ser Erryk had been slain by his treacherous brother. As such the queensguard needed bodies and Gwayne readily accepted the position.

As his first duty Gwayne was sent to the Stormlands to rally the lords there to the Queen's cause. His first stop was his ancestral home of Griffin's Roost. There he was met by his cousin and brother-in-law, Lord Arne Connington. Gwayne suffered numerous insults and quips from, Arne following his request that they join the blacks. Realizing he could do no good here Gwayne rose to leave only to have Arne order his arrest. Gwayne cut down four men before he and Arne crossed blades. Arne was as clumsy a swordsman as could be and Gwayne soon had him disarmed and on his knees. Arne's life was spared only by the pleas of Jeyne Connington, who carried his child in her. Gwayne bid his sister farewell and left the castle seeking to put as many leagues between himself and his enraged cousin.

Gwayne hadn't made it halfway to the Kingswood before he was set upon by half a dozen knights from Storm's End. Gwayne slew them to a man but, suffered a cutting blow to his leg in the process. Now certainly reviled and hunted by every stormlord, Gwayne sought a way back to Dragonstone. By the time Gwayne arrived at Massey's Hook, word had reached him that Rhaenyra had taken King's Landing. Ser Gwayne altered course and presented himself before the Queen. He was welcomed back despite his failure to turn any of the stormlords. He continued his service as a queensguard while the smallfolk grew to resent their new Queen. The situation reached a tipping point when Lord Corlys was imprisoned and his forces departed the city. In one night thousands of peasants rose up and began to flock to madmen who claimed to be Targaryens. Soon the gates of the city were lost and unguarded. And worst of all five dragons were slain when the Dragonpit was stormed by an army of rioters. The city was clearly lost and Rhaenyra fled from the city.

Gwayne was given the sorrowful task of guarding the Queen retreat and sealing the secret passages. It was not long before rioters broke through the defenses and into the Red Keep. The Red Griffin slew a score of men before he was overtaken and beat half to death. When he awoke Gwayne was a prisoner of a false king, Trystane Truefyre. In his prison, Trystane realized his cell adjoined that of Lord Corlys. Lord Corlys explained that he and Ser Gwayne had been sparred death by the fact that they may be worth a ransom. For nearly a month Corlys and Gwayne suffered near daily beatings and survived on rats and moldy bread. On more than one occasion the elderly Lord Corlys was nearly beaten to death, until Gwayne drew the attention of the assailants and took the beatings intended for the Sea Snake.

Eventually, a great commotion arose from the city and the keep. The next day the dungeons were emptied and their inhabitants brought before the city's new ruler, King Aegon II. Lord Corlys was freed and set to the small council but, Ser Gwayne's fate seemed far more dire. The only reason he was not executed on the spot were the protests of Lord Corlys on his behalf. King Aegon II decreed his fate would rest in the hands of Lord Baratheon upon his return, for it was Lord Baratheon who's bannerman Gwayne had assaulted and his knights who he had slain. So once again Gwayne was sent to the dungeons, though he found his cell much more accommodating.

However, when he was next brought before the Iron Throne it was not Aegon the Elder who sat in judgement but, Lord Cregan Stark acting as Hand of the King for Aegon the Younger. Lord Cregan had little interest in Gwayne, instead seeking justice for the murder of Aegon II. As such Ser Gwayne was named to the kingsguard of Aegon III and raised to the rank of Lord Commander, having been the only surviving member of the now defunct queensguard. It was only after this appointment that Gwayne learned the fate of the realm following the Riot of King's Landing. The death of all other members of the queensguard, Aegon feeding Rhaenyra to his dragon, and the final battle on the kingsroad. Since his appointment, Ser Gwayne has worked to restore the honor of the kingsguard and ensure the safety of the young king.

CODEWORD: Spudnik

Accepted.

Very tempted to join in on this, but it's been so long that I'm a bit worried I'll get lost trying to keep up.

This RP will probably end up being quite slow, so I daresay it would be a manageable undertaking. Whatever you decide.


I will get the IC up tomorrow. Starting with a death, a mystery and handing the reins firmly over to the Hand to deal with a grave issue.

[Austria and Bavaria]

*snip*

Bit miffed that his is both a black AND didn't stick around in the Reach but what can you do. Accepted.

Could you edit me into the list of characters?