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The King in the Narrow Sea
Stannis, Robert’s younger brother and Lord of Dragonstone, claims the throne because he considers Robert’s supposed heirs illegitimate. He relies on Melisandre’s power but loses at the Blackwater. He then brings aid to the Wall, discusses rights and duties with Jon, and seeks northern support against the Boltons. Snow stalls his army’s advance. A letter sent to Castle Black claims he has been killed, but A Dance with Dragons does not independently confirm that report.
Key story events this character is involved in, and the chapters where they appear.
Role: attacker
Stannis Baratheon's fleet and army assaulted King's Landing. Tyrion Lannister's wildfire chain trap destroyed much of the fleet, and a last-minute relief force led by Tywin Lannister and Mace Tyrell shattered Stannis's army. The battle saved Joffrey's crown and cemented the Lannister-Tyrell alliance.
Role: relief
Mance Rayder's wildling army attacked the Wall from the north while a raiding party scaled it from the south. Jon Snow led the defense after most senior rangers fell, holding the Wall long enough for Stannis Baratheon's unexpected cavalry charge to shatter the wildling host.
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