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Post by zepp on Jan 31, 2015 0:24:09 GMT -8
House Stark The North is a cold and hard place, even in summer. It breeds cold and hard people, and the Starks are no exception. Mad King Aerys found the Starks as implacable as the harsh northern winters. Those raised in high snows know how to fight and how to survive. They know that you must stand with friends if you hope to stand at all. Stark vassals are recognized for unwavering loyalty, prowess in battle, and bafflement at the intrigues of the southern court. They are the descendents of the First Men and heir to those who built the great ice Wall that protects the realm They hold with the Old Gods and the old ways. They know that the dangers beyond the Wall—direwolves, wildling raiders, and worse—are more than just tall tales or distant memories. Should you visit the crypts of Winterfell, you'll see that the stone eyes of dead lords and kings still remember. You understand that even the brightest day will inevitably lead to the knife-sharp winter winds. Bone-deep chill is as familiar as your own family. Some may call you grim or pessimistic, but you know one truth better than anyone: Winter is Coming  |
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Post by zepp on Jan 31, 2015 0:28:36 GMT -8
House Lannister Hailing from Casterly Rock, and another branch in Lannisport is one of the seven Great Houses known as the Lannisters. Most often, Lannisters are known, if not by their sigil, but by their looks. Hair of spun gold and emerald eyes. The Lannister sigil is recognizable by its rearing golden lion upon a crimson banner. Once this grand house was falling in ruin before being rebuilt to its former glory by Tywin Lannister, and remains a powerful house to this day. Despite belief, the words A Lannister always pays his debts are not their official motto. That belongs to Hear Me Roar. There are notable Lannisters in Westeros. Tywin Lannister is the titular head of the Lannister House and formerly served as Hand of the King to King Aerys II Targaryen (also called The Mad King) before being dismissed. Queen Cersei, Tywin's daughter, is twin of Jaime Lannister and wife of the late King Robert Baratheon. Ser Jaime Lannister ("Kingslayer"), Knight of the Kingsguard, twin to Cersei and son of Tywin. Tyrion Lannister, called Halfman and the Imp, a dwarf of great cunning, is the last of Tywin's children. Their gold mines in the Westerlands make them one of the richest Houses in Westeros. The power and influence of the Lannisters cannot be overstated. It is as much a threat as a promise for Lannisters to say that they always pay their debts. Fealty provides great returns, and loyalty is richly rewarded. Rebellion and insubordination is destroyed root and stem, as the Reynes of Castamere could attest if any were left alive. No one doubts Lannister subtlety, for this is the family whose ancestor Lann the Clever used only his wits to gain the stronghold of Casterly Rock and stole gold from the sun to adorn his hair. Loyal Lannister vassals know how to wield their hold to good effect. They cannot, perhaps, ever be quite as rich as a Lannister, but their liege lords do not begrudge the effort. Deep pockets full of gold, and the backing of a lion of the west, goes a long way to security among the merchants of the world - and in the shifting allegiances at count. Should you visit the dockside bazaar of Lannisport, you can haggle and trade, but you may end up with more than you bargained for - because nothing is without cost. You are unparalleled in running the engines of an economy, which serves you well in the purchase and sale of power. Your opponents will quake when you show them your teeth, when you shout Hear Me Roar.  |
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Post by zepp on Jan 31, 2015 0:29:18 GMT -8
House Greyjoy Salt, steel and stone run in the veins of the Ironborn. Greyjoys live to fight, to sail, and to take what they want by force of arms. They are the line of the Grey King, who slew the sea dragon Nagga and made a hall from her bones. They preserve the ancient traditions, and their raiding is blessed by the Drowned God. Although their rebellion against the Iron Throne was quashed, the old words claim that what is dead can never die, but only rises again, stronger and harder. The Greyjoys will rise again and from the Seastone Chair to rule over rock and wave and coast. The Ironborn fight to the death for what is theirs by right and will carve their independence from the flesh of their enemies. They know the value of freedom, for each is rule absolute on their own ship. Like the Kraken sigil of the Greyjoys, the Ironborn are undisputed master of the seas, and stand as strong as the Kraken's arms. Should you search the waters for a wrecked ship cast asunder by the Storm God, you will see a fraction of the treasure that can be gained by an unforgiving will and blade in hand. You pay the iron price for your wealth, rather than the gold. You are remorseless as the tide, and the soft people of the greenlands are no match for your steel. From the longships you chant: We are reavers! We are raiders! We Do Not Sow!  |
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Post by zepp on Jan 31, 2015 0:29:44 GMT -8
House Baratheon House Baratheon is King Robert's own house, traditionally hailing from The Stormlands but after Robert's Rebellion two cadet branches were formed in The Crownlands, one in King's Landing and another in Dragonstone. The sigil for this Great House is an ebony crowned stag on a yellow field. Wind whips at stalwart trees, bending them at unnatural angles. Rain lashes against the hard stone of a castle wall. It is just another day in The Stormlands. The destruction of the gale is nothing compared to what the Baratheons can wreak when angered. They are the heirs of the Storm King, who legend says defied gods in order to marry his divine bride. They took up arms against The Mad King, and Robert swung his warhammer to scatter the rubies from the Targaryen's breastplace. When the regime of dragons fell, the reign of the stag took over.  |
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Post by zepp on Jan 31, 2015 0:30:24 GMT -8
House Targaryen he Targaryens are apart from Westeros. Above it. With violet eyes and silver hair, the kings and queens of old rode on dragons and set aflame all who opposed them. They wed brother to sister to keep the bloodline pure. Even when the dragons began to falter and magic seeped from the world, no one could doubt the past glory of the Targaryen family. They settled on the shore, and gave the mighty city of King's Landing its name. Some claim that the nobles in the Crownlands still sew banners and secretly maintain fealty to the rightful rulers. There is some truth to that. Targaryen vassals have near-infinite patience. They can endure the yoke of the usurper and kneel to false monarchs while working from the shadows to gather allies and send support to the rightful heirs. They know Westeros was only truly united under the reign of of the dragons, and that those who can survive the Doom of Valyria can survive anything. They will stay near the Iron Throne and raise their true banners when the time is right. Should you find your way beneath the Red Keep, you can discover the hidden passages that lead to the bones and teeth of ancient beasts that wait patiently for their true rulers. You know that there will be conflict and pain before Westeros is set right and unites once again. That is the price that must be paid. You look forward to the day that the Targaryens return to Westeros on the wings of dragons: the day of Fire and Blood.  |
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Post by zepp on Jan 31, 2015 0:30:54 GMT -8
House Martell House Martell is one of the Great Houses of Westeros. It rules the peninsula of Dorne in the far south of the continent from their castle Sunspear. Though loyal to the Iron Throne, it has pursued a more isolated role in wider political events since Robert's Rebellion. Sunlight touches every inch of Dorne, and hot winds blow across the hotter sands. Here a woman or man may rule in their own right, and merchants from the Free Cities are welcomed. Despite all this beauty, the Martells still mourn for their princess, brutally murdered along with her children when the Baratheons took the Iron Throne. If you swear fealty to the Martells, you will learn to hide your sorrow behind charms and smiles. You will help rule Dorne in the name of King Robert as you contemplate revenge on his queen and her family. Despite the tragedies that have befallen your house, you will continue to stand proud beneath the sun. And when your spears are sharp enough, you will show the world you are truly Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken.  |
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Post by zepp on Jan 31, 2015 0:31:20 GMT -8
House Tyrell House Tyrell of Highgarden are the "Wardens of the South," and the overlords of The Reach - a land of infinite beauty, and seemingly endless summer. Flowers decorate the fields, which are the most fertile in all of Westeros. It is a land of plenty, to both nobles and smallfolk alike. It is a large and wealthy House - its wealth only surpassed by that of House Lannister. The greatest knights in the Realm are born and trained here - not just in combat, but in the ancient code of chivalry. But kindness and honor are only tools for the notorious shrewdness of House Tyrell. Its nobles and vassals are taught to use sweet words before scornful ones; and to obey a great lord, while perhaps secretly planning his demise. Changing alliances however it may serve them - no matter how the winds of change might shift in Westeros, House Tyrell will shift with them -- always Growing Strong!  |
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Post by zepp on Jan 31, 2015 0:31:57 GMT -8
House Tully House Tully are one of the Great Houses of Westeros. Lord Hoster Tully overseas the Riverlands from his seat of power in Riverrun. Due to its geographic position, surrounded on all sides by other Great Houses, House Tully has traditionally used diplomacy and marriage alliances to avoid costly wars. They are also in an excellent location to be a central trading hub. If you swear fealty to the Tullys, you will be at the core of all that happens. Your people will pay the price of every failed rebellion, every murderous king. In your lands, King Robert defeated Rhaegar at the Trident. In your lands, outlaws without banners take up arms to defend the innocent. Through it all, the Tullys will demand you stand strong, fight for justice, and live always by their words: Family, Duty, Honour  |
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