Grand Tournament of the Hand
It's been several days since Alyxandar returned to Kings Landing and he is glad to be back home. Unfortunately Alyx had not time to rest as he was called into the Small Council along with Lord Stark. The meeting was absolutely dull and a waste of time. Though he did enjoy the look on Lord Starks face when he learned the kingdom holds a treasury of nine million gold dragons and another five million gold dragons in the bank account he had set up with the Iron Bank. His father of course wanted to have a tournament in celebration of Lord Stark's appointment to Hand of the King. Normally Alyx would have been less than thrilled to humor his father but a letter was delivered to him by Arianne, who had told him that she was coming to Kings Landing. Arianne had also stated that she would be bringing her friend who happens to be the winner of the Third Grand Tournament. So Alyx decided to host a Grand Tournament in which the previous Grand Champions would participate. Naturally his father agreed to the idea, if only to see all the Grand Champions at the same time. This of course means Alyx. Alyx had told his father, "I guess I could use some entertainment." It's early in the morning and Alyx is just starting to wake up. Alyx looks down to see a naked Missandei on his chest making him remember the events of last night with a smile. Before he can wake her he suddenly feels more weight and looks to see his three dragons laying on the bed and looking at him.
"What the, how did you get here?" Ask Alyx while looking at the three dragons. His dragons have grown now and are the size of small dogs (season three Dragons). Gevives nuzzles its head against Alyx making him smile before picking it up. Although Alyx knows that dragons have no gender he can't help but feel that Gevives is a female. Gevives seems to always look beautiful. Baelfyre seems to always cause mischief and is always the wild one of the group. Jörmungandr seems to be the more mature one yet also seems to love the spot light. Jörmungandr is the largest of the three and commands the other two and inspires obedience in them. Alyx is knocked out of his thoughts when Missandei stirs and wakes up with sleep in her eyes. When she spots the dragons she reaches out to bet Baelfyre who snuggles into her palm. Missandei then stands before getting dressed before walking back over to the bed with a black chest.
"My prince the blacksmith gave me this to give to you." States Missandei before opening the chest. Inside the chest are two pairs of black clawed gauntlets. Alyx smiles before shutting the chest and standing. Today is the day of the tournament and he must prepare for the arrival of Arianne.
Small Council chambers-
Alyxandar walks into the chambers wearing a black cloak with red on the inside. As he steps into the chambers he sees the other members just sitting down before standing and bowing. Looking around he does not see Lord Stark making him sigh. He sits down and waits while reading over the documents from the Merchants Guild and smiles at the fact they are doing great. His smile drops from his face when he hears the chamber doors open and spots Lord Stark.
"Forgive me my lords I had a serious matter to attend to." States Ned. The lords all nod their heads in acceptance.
"Very well, let the meeting begin." States Alyx. The lords all nod before Grand Maester Pycelle stands.
"My prince we have received a request from the City Watch," says Pycelle with a cough, "They request more men to help ensure order in Kings Landing."
"What seems to be the matter?" Ask Ned Stark.
"The people seem to be in a frenzy over the fact that all three Grand Champions are coming to Kings Landing to compete." Laughs Renly making Ned confused.
"Who are these Grand Champions?" Ask Ned with a curious expression. His question is answered by Varys and he is also told of the significance of the tournaments. After the explanation Ned's eyes are widened over the fact such tournaments happen.
"Tell the City Guard I will pull some men from the Royal Army to help fill the ranks." States Alyx after thinking for a bit. Pycelle nods before sitting down. Varys stands after before looking at Alyx.
"Also it seems are Dornish friends have made their way to Kings Landing and wish to watch the tournament." Says Varys with a smile. Alyx smiles knowing that Varys told him that Arianne has arrived. Alyx suddenly looks confused before turning to Pycelle.
"Where is my uncle Stannis?" Ask Alyx.
"Your uncle left to Dragonstone before you left to Winterfell, your grace." States Pycelle making Alyx roll his eyes.
"I know, what I mean is why he hasn't reported to this council?" Ask Alyx. When silence reigns Alyx sigh before turning to Varys.
"Lord Varys find out why my uncle is not here and report to me." Orders Alyx before standing and leaving the chambers. Walking down the halls with Sandor and Missandei Alyx suddenly stops before sighing and turning around to face Ned Stark.
"Something you need my lord?" Ask Alyx with a blank stare.
"Your grace I was wondering if Jon Arryn had said anything to you of import the last you saw him." States Ned Stark with a stiff face. Alyx ponders the question before remembering Jon Arryn had looked at him differently the last time he saw him.
"No, he said nothing of import Lord Stark," says Alyx before nodding his head and continuing down the hall, "he did however seem to wander around Kings Landing."
Grand Arena
A few days after his conversation with Ned Stark Alyx walks out of the keep and down to the Grand Arena in order to compete. Stepping into the preparation chamber Alyx sees that his armor and sword have already been brought down. He undresses as Missandei helps put on his armor. Ober the years Alyxandar's armor has been reformed to fit his growing height and size. A new addition to the armor is a pair of clawed gauntlets. The tip of the fingers are razor sharp and capable of killing a man. Alyx draws Ouroboros which fits his hand perfectly. He test swings the sword before sheathing it on his back. He is handed the newly made guantletsbefore he dips the bladed fingers tips into a black liquid. Alyx then puts his helm on before nodding at Missandei who bows before leaving.
In the stands of the Arena are screaming fans who wish to see blood. Up in the Royal booth sit Cersei with a worried expression along with Robert who is drinking. Tommen and Myrcella are both on the edge of their seats waiting to see the tournament. Joffrey looks down at the arena with a smirk hoping to see blood. Cersei is suddenly snapped out of her thoughts when she hears footsteps approaching. Turning she is greeted by Oberyn and his lover Ellaria.
"Your grace," Greets Oberyn with a smile, "I hope we are not too late." Cersei puts on a fake smile before shaking her head in a negative.
"Good my niece really wanted to come to this tournament." States Oberyn with a smile. At the mention of his niece Cersei's face turns rigid before looking behind Oberyn and spotting a beautiful girl with black hair and olive skin.
"Your niece?" Ask Cersei with a fake smile making Oberyn nod his head before sitting down in his seat. Arianne sits beside her uncle before a group of men and women approach and offer her different foods and drinks making Oberyn laugh. Cersei narrows her eyes at the girl before turning her attention to the approaching Starks.
"Wow, this place is so big." Exclaims Arya while looking around. Ned is surprised at the sheer size of the arena while Sansa looks around for Joffrey. Before Sansa can find Joffrey she spots a beautiful woman being served by people.
"Father who is that?" Ask Sansa making Ned look in Arianne's direction. Before he can answer a voice beats him to it.
"That my lady is Arianne Martell." Says the voice making Sansa and Ned turn around to face the voice. The voice belonged to a man who was lean and short and has sharp facial features.
"Who are you my lord?" Ask Sansa. Before Baelish can answer Ned takes his daughters to their seats. Baelish smiles before sitting behind the group. Renly then sits behind Baelish with a smile.
"Who do you think will win the tournament?" Ask Arya making Baelish turn in her direction.
"I'm placing my money on the Mountain to come out the winner." Says Baelish with a smile only to hear Renly scoff.
"Please Ser Loras will win this time I'm sure of it." States Renly with confidence only to hear Oberyn laugh.
"Well I'm placing my money on either the prince or the Sword of the Morning that will be competing." Says Oberyn with a smile.
"Surely you don't think they will be lucky enough to win a second time." States Baelish with a smile making Oberyn laugh and nod.
"Well how about a wager of let's say four hundred gold dragon?" Ask Baelish making Oberyn smile before pulling out the coin. Renly joins in, placing his money on Loras. Arianne looks at the group before smiling.
"I'll place my money on the prince." States Arianne making the others look at her. Sansa looks at the girl and she spots a small smile on the edge of her face.
"Very well my lady but I'm sure the Mountain will win." States Baelish. Renly scoffs before turning his attention to the arena.
"Well the prince has already beaten the Mountain before." Says Arianne making Oberyn laugh. Robert suddenly tosses a bag of coin at Baelish.
"Money on the sell sword with the axe." States Robert before chugging more wine. Cersei narrows her eyes at Robert.
"You would bet against your own son?" ask Cersei only to be ignored as a bell tolls indicating the start of the melee.
Down on the field Alyx stands at the ready while eyeing the other competitors. He sees the Mountain and scoffs before looking to see Ser Loras. He sees a dornish swordsmen with handsome features and a knight with armor from the Vale. He sees what looks to be a sell sword from Essos and remembers hearing that the third Grand Champion was from Essos. The man looks to him and nods making Alyx nod back. One knight catches his attention the most though as the knight wears silver armor and holds two swords one on the hip the other on the back. Looking closely Alyx sees the sword is Dawn making him smile. He eyes several men near him and analyses them. One man holds an axe and shield but seems to be weak on his left side while another man has a sword and shield but seems to have his footing off making Alyx smile. The sound of a bell signals the matches start. The man with a sword and shield swings at Alyx only for Alyx to catch the man's arm and uppercut him before grabbing the man's neck with his clawed hands and ripping the man's throat out. The man's screams die in his throat as he falls. Alyx pulls Dragon Claw before stabbing a man in the chest and throwing his body into another man. Alyx dodges and axe swing and a shield swing before stabbing the man in his chest with Ouroboros. Alyx picks up the man's axe to parry a sword before burying the axe in a man's temple. Alyx is suddenly attacked by two men who swing making Alyx duck and upper cut one of them before shoving his hand into the stomach of the other pilling his guts out. Alyx's eyes widen before blocking two sword strikes with Ouroboros. Alyx twist before pushing the two men back and plunging his sword into the stomach of one of the men. He block an overhead from the other before plunging Dragons Claw into the man's heart. Alyx suddenly reaches behind him grabbing a man with an Arahk and slicing the man in his neck before beheading another man behind him. He blocks a sword strike from a storm lander before gutting him and cutting the neck of a knight from the Vale. Alyx blocks and overhead with Ouroboros grabbing the man's face with his guantlets and lacerating the man's face. The man screams as the poison eats through his skin. Alyx is attacked by a water dancer and he blocks the fast strikes before lashing out with a strong kick the sends the man rolling. The man stands and attacks again as Alyx sheaths Ouroboros. Alyx ducks and cuts the man's knee caps with Dragons Claw and leaving him to die from the poison.
Up in the Royal booth Myrcella and Tommen are both cheering for Alyx while Cersei looks on with a worried face.
"Well looks like I'll be winning." States Arianne with a smile. She fails to see Baelish's sneer.
"He hasn't won yet my lady." States Baelish with a smile. Arya watches the fight progress with an amazed facial expression. Sansa turns her eyes away from the blood before spotting Joffrey and smiles making him smirk.
"It seems the prince is quite skilled with a sword." States Ned making the others look to him.
"Of course he is," says Oberyn with a smile, "he is the first Grand Champion." Oberyn's comment makes Ned and his children look at him before turning their eyes back in the arena.
Back on the field Alyx barrels into a man from Essos before plunging his dagger in the man's heart. Alyx is forced to let go of his dagger as a man swipes his sword at Alyx's arm. Alyx rolls under a wild swing before picking up an Arahk to block only to have the weapon torn from his hands. Alyx head-butts the man before grabbing the man's hands and slicing the man's neck with his own sword. Alyx rolls out of the way before kicking a man's kneecaps and sending the man down and slicing another man's legs. Alyx stands before walking over to his dagger and pulling it out and blocking a sword strike. He looks to see Ser Loras standing in front of him. Alyx lashes out with a kick to the mid-section sending Loras back. Alyx engages Loras in a duel of great skill before kicking Loras's legs from under him. Before Alyx can capitalize he is grabbed and thrown away from Loras. Standing up he see the Mountain Attack him before Alyx dodges and uppercuts the giant. Suddenly he is attacked by the dornish swordsman wearing light armor making him smile.
"Well this should be interesting." States Alyx before charging forward. The man counters before launching his own attack and which is parried by Alyx. Their duel is interrupted by two men who attack Alyx. Alyx dodges a sword strike only to be kicked down by the other man. Alyx rolls away before getting up and grabbing a man with a spear and burying his fist in the man's face. Grabbing the spear he spots the dornish swordsman defending against to opponents and throws the spear into the spine of one of the men. Sheathing his dagger Alyx draws Ouroboros before bisecting a man from his waist. Alyx suddenly stops as he spots the third Grand Champion standing in front of him.
"So you are the Dragonknight," States the man before drawing two Arahks, "My name is Taron." States the man before charging forward. Alyx blocks the two strikes before parrying a third and slicing at Taron's neck. Taron dodges the strike before spinning and hitting Alyx's chest. Alyx stares down at his chest to see the ruby sigil blocked the attack. Alyx brings up his sword to stop both Arahks. Alyx then grabs Taron's arms before flipping him over his shoulder and into the ground. Alyx stands over Taron before bringing his sword down only for Taron to roll out of the way and kill a random man running up. Taron turns only to see the fist of Alyx drive right into his face snapping his head back. Alyx swings his sword at Taron's leg only for it to be blocked before dodging a swing at his neck. The two champions fight in the middle of the melee for five minutes before separating. Taron charges back in with an overhead but Alyx sees it coming and steps into Taron's guard and grabs Taron's neck and squeezes. Taron attempts to get loose only for the pressure around his neck to increase. Taron's eyes begin to roll back in his head before Alyx is forced to let go when attacked by the Mountain. Taron recovers before attacking the Mountain and Alyx. Taron dodges a swing from the Mountain before countering and blocking a strike from Alyx. Suddenly he is lifted off the ground by the Mountain. Taron slashes the giants left shoulder and is dropped but is kicked in the face. Taron spits out his blood before standing and attacking again. Before Alyx and the Mountain can attack each other a horn sounds ending the melee. Alyx looks around to see that the Dayne is still in with Taron, the dronish swordsmen, Loras, and a few others. He turns his head in the direction of the Dayne and sees the knight looking at him. Alyx turns his body before nodding in respect to which was answered with a nod.
"This time you won't be so lucky." Says a voice making Alyx turn to the Mountain.
"It wasn't luck," states Alyx, "your own stupidity allowed me to win the last time." Ser Gregor snarls before stepping forward. While Alyx is tall he is not eight foot making the Mountain taller than him.
"Be gone creature," says Alyx in a cold voice, "your mere presence offends me to no end." Gregor growls before stepping closer only to have the point of Ouroboros at his face.
"Did you not hear me, I told you to leave," say Alyx in a monotone voice, "or perhaps you wish to die right here."
"I'm going to enjoy killing you boy." Says Gregor making Alyx scoff.
"One day Ser Gregor you will die a horrible death," says Alyx before sheathing his sword, "on that day I hope that your scattered remains may provide me with some mediocre entertainment." Gregor stomps off before Alyx is confronted by the Dornish swordsmen he was facing earlier. The two stand in front of each other for several minutes.
"So you are prince Alyx," says the man, "My name is Daemon Sand." His statement makes Alyx narrow his eyes which makes Daemon smile.
"I've heard of you," says Alyx with a cold stare, "you are said to be good with a sword." Daemon smiles at the compliment.
"I'm also the one to take Lady Arianne's maidenhood." Says Daemon making Alyx grit his teeth. Daemon smiles before walking away. Daemon stops before looking back at Alyx.
"Don't worry, I won't lay with her unless she wants me to." Says Daemon with a smile. Alyx face turns cold before a smirk makes its way onto his face.
"Why would she want to do that," says Alyx before running his clawed guantlets down the blade of Ouroboros making sparks, "I mean didn't she dump your sorry ass." Daemon turns before smiling and walking off. Alyx turns to see Taron walking up to him.
"You are just as skilled as they say my prince." States Taron with a head bow.
"You are skilled as well Lord Taron," says Alyx making Taron smile, "I was wondering if you would like to be a captain in the Royal navy, as you have spent a lot of your life on the sea." Taron looks at Alyx before bowing.
"I would be honored your grace." says Taron making Alyx smile.
"Rise Lord Taron Thurgau, Captain of the Royal navy." States Alyx making Taron stand and smile.
Up in the royal booth.
"Well looks like all the Grand Champions have made it through the melee." States Oberyn while drinking a cup of wine.
"Well that's to be expected since they all are skilled in combat." States Ned while looking at the three champions. Cersei looks at Alyx with a worried face. Even after getting through the melee she knows that the one on one matches are even more dangerous. Cersei is broken from her thoughts when Myrcella cheers loudly for her brother making her smile.
"Father who do you think will win?" Ask Sansa with a curious expression. Arya looks to her father as well making Ned sigh.
"It's difficult to say," says Ned while looking at the final contestants from the melee, "They are all quite skilled in battle." His answer makes his daughters look down at the contestants. A loud gong sounds signaling the start of the duels. A loud gong sounds signaling the end of the day. Alyx removes his armor before sighing. He turns around and walks out of the arena with a frown on his face.
I have a feeling something bad is about to begin.
At the Crossroads Inn.
Catelyn and Rodrick Cassel sit at a table as the guest eat and talk. A man walks up with an instrument and plops himself into a seat.
"Seven blessings to you, goodfolk!" Says the man with Rodrick staring at him.
"And to you." Says Catelyn while turning her head away. Rodrick and the man begin to argue about music as the doors to the inn open. Tyrion and a man from the knights watch as well as members of the Royal army walk into the inn
"I'm sorry my lord but there are no more rooms available." States the Inn keeper. Tyrion walks further into the inn.
"Is there no way I can," says Tyrion before raising a coin in the air, "remedy this unfortunate turn of events." A man in the back stands from his seat.
"You can have my room." Says the man making Tyrion smile and thrown him the coin.
"My Lord of Lannister! Might I entertain you while you eat? I can sing of your father's victory at King's Landing!" States the bard after leaving Rodrick and Catelyn.
"Nothing would more likely ruin my supper," says Tyrion before stopping at Catelyn's table, "Lady Stark! What an unexpected pleasure. I was sorry to have missed you at Winterfell." Catelyn stands before looking around at the guest. The inn keeper calls her name before bowing her head.
"I was still Catelyn Tully the last time I stayed here," says Catelyn before spotting a knight from Harrenhal, "You, Ser... Is that the black bat of Harrenhal I see embroidered on your coat?" Ask Catelyn.
"It is my lady." States the knight. Catelyn points out to more knight making Tyrion confused. The Royal army members however step in front of Tyrion.
"I envy your father for having all these friends, but I don't quite see the purpose of this." States Tyrion while stepping forward before a member of the Royal army block his way.
"This man... Came into my house as a guest and there conspired to murder my son, a boy of 10," states Catelyn, "In the name of King Robert and the good Lords you serve, I call upon you to seize him and help me return him to Winterfell to await the king's justice."
All of the knights draw their swords towards Tyrion. While the Royal army surround Tyrion in as shield wall. Tyrion looks around before sighing and telling his men to stand down. Tyrion walks forward and looks at Catelyn.
"My lady be very sure of your next action," says Tyrion, "What you are about to do will have serious consequences." Catelyn looks at Tyrion before looking at his men.
"Your men are free to go but you will accompany me, My Lord." Says Catelyn as the Royal soldiers look to Tyrion who nods. The soldiers sheath their weapons before exiting the inn. One soldier stops and turns to Catelyn.
"Prince Alyxandar will come for you, my Lord Tyrion." Says the man before leaving. Tyrion smiles and nods before turning to his captors.
"So, now what." Ask Tyrion.
Uh oh Tyrion has been taken, how will Alyx respond to this.
Ok I made Loras win the match because he won the joust.
Taron Thurgau is the third Grand Champion and will be a captain in the Royal navy. Still need a house sigil and house words so help me out.
Now someone said that Alyxandar should be paired with one person. Alyxandar will be married to Arianne no question. However being the only member of his house left I thought to let him be paired with Missandei because she's known him the longest and Claudia Dayne who will come to love him. Three girls means more babies.
Also I had an idea about the purple wedding. Tyrion will not be blamed instead it will be a cult like the Sons of the Harpy or the Sparrows. Alyxandar will get poisoned as well as Joffrey. Alyx will of course survive. What I was thinking is Arianne, Varys, Cersei and Qyburn team up and capture Gregor and use his life and body to save Alyxandar. Instead of Alyxandar dying it will be the mountain and Alyxandar will still have his body but will grow to the size of the Mountain. Valyrain blood magic Yay!
Also Ned will still die I want to keep as much of the original story as possible. Alyxandar will probably go to the Vale and start burning down castles and will face Robb Stark's army. I think I will have Alyxandar be the mastermind of the Red wedding.
Next chapter Ouroboros vs Dawn