Prelude to War
The Eyrie
Court is held as Tyrion is bound in chains. Tyrion looks up to see Lysa Tully ne Arryn and her son who is seven years old and still sucking on his mother's tit. Tyrion is sweating not because he is scared of the trial, no what he is scared of is his nephews wrath. Tyrion has to get out of here and calm his nephew's no doubt growing anger. That is the reason he bribed the jailer, an ugly man name Mord into letting him speak to Lysa Arryn.
"I hear you wish to confess your crimes." Says Lysa with a smug smile making Tyrion roll his eyes.
"Yes I do," says Tyrion before looking around, "I have done a lot of bad things in my life, but of the crime I am to be charged with I assure you I had no part." His statement angers the crowd and Lysa. Lysa begins to turn red, if not for the urgency of his release Tyrion would have laughed.
"You've had your little joke. I trust you enjoyed it. Mord, take him back to the dungeon. But this time find a smaller cell, with a steeper floor." Orders Lysa with a cruel smile making Tyrion turn serious.
"Is this how justice is done in the Vale? You accuse me of crimes, I deny them, so you throw me in a cell to freeze and starve? Where is the King's Justice?" Ask Tyrion with a loud voice. Catelyn and Lysa both know where he is going with this.
"I'm accused and demand a trial." Says Tyrion making Lysa smile.
"If you're tried and found guilty, then by the king's own laws you will pay with your life." States Lysa with a growing smile. Tyrion nods at her announcement and Lysa nods to a man who pulls a lever that opens up a door in the middle of the floor. Tyrion demands a trial by combat and offers to pay the man who defends him. The man from the Inn who gave up his room steps forward to battle Ser Vardis. The man who is named Bronn defeats Ser Vardis and leaves with Tyrion.
"You are certainty in a rush my lord." Says Bronn as Tyrion quickly mounts a horse and begins to ride.
"My friend I have a nephew who will stop at nothing to have me safety returned," Says Tyrion, "even if it means he has to burn down the Vale." His statement shock Bronn as he can tell the little lord is dead serious.
Kings Landing
"Smoke and fire rise in the air. Screams of mercy and surrender fall on deaf ears as men are slain on their knees. Soldiers are hung from their intestines and burned. The royal army marches through the riverlands burning down towns and castles alike. They throw bodies into mass graves and then proceed to burn them. We of the riverlands beg for help to stay the prince's hand." Reads Ned out loud to the court. The court is stunned into silence yet Ned can see most of the lords nod their heads and approve the prince's actions. Ned sighs before looking down at the kneeling man from the riverlands. How Ned is supposed to handle this he has no idea. Robert has gone out on a hunt and left him in charge but Ned has no idea how to run a kingdom.
"The prince is angry over the fact that Lord Stark's wife has taken his uncle captive." Shouts a lord in the court. Many murmur in agreement with the statement. Ned narrows his eyes at the man yet says nothing. Looking back down to the man Ned rises with the help of his cane.
"Lord Beric Dondarrion, step forward." Orders Ned. Beric steps forward and bows his head.
"In the name of Robert of the House Baratheon, the First of his Name, King of the Andals and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm, I order you to bring the prince back to Kings Landing without harm." States Ned making the court gasp and shout in protest.
"How dare you." Shouts a lady of the court with others yelling in agreement. Ned leaves the room and sighs before walking to his study. As he enters he spots his daughters who are both looking at him.
"I'm sending you both back to Winterfell." Says Ned making the girls shout in protest. The girls begin to argue as Ned begins packing some of his stuff.
"I want to marry Joffrey because He'll be the greatest king that ever was, a golden lion, and I'll give him sons with beautiful blond hair." Says Sansa making Arya roll her eyes.
"The lion's not his sigil, idiot. He's a stag, like his father." Says Arya before Sansa denies he resemble the king making Ned widen his eyes. He orders his daughters to find their Septa and leave. After the two exit the room Ned walks over to his desk and finds the book given to him by Grand Maester Pycelle. Reading through the book Ned spots the page he was looking for.
"Lord Orys Baratheon, black of hair." "Axel Baratheon, black of hair." "Lyonel Baratheon, black of hair." "Steffon Baratheon, black of hair." "Robert Baratheon, black of hair." "Joffrey Baratheon… golden-haired." "And Alyxandar Targaryen silver-hair." Ned's eyes widen before closing the book and leaving his chambers.
Ned enters the gardens and waits for several minutes before sees Cersei walk up with Missandei trailing behind.
"Lord Stark," greets Cersei with a sneer, "you don't look so good." Ned narrows his eyes before walking with Cersei.
"Perhaps it's time for you to head home," Says Cersei as Ned stops and looks at her, "The South doesn't seem to agree with you." Ned looks at Cersei unmoving.
"I know why Jon Arryn was killed." States Ned while looking at Cersei making her confused.
"Do you, Lord Stark," ask Cersei with an annoyed face, "Is that why you called me here, to play a game of riddles?" Ned looks at Cersei and sighs. He looks at the slap mark on her face then back to her.
"Has he done this before?" Ask Ned with a remorseful tone making Cersei scoff.
"Only several times with the most prominent being when he tried to kill Alyxandar when he was three." States Cersei making Ned shake his head.
"Jaime would have killed him were it not for me," says Cersei before looking at Ned, "My brother is worth a thousand of your friend." Ned looks at the queen before turning serious.
"Your brother or your lover?" Ask Ned making Cersei look at him.
"Jaime and I are more than brother and sister," says Cersei, "we came into the world together holding hands, and we belong together." Cersei looks at Ned and begins to walk.
"My son saw you both together." States Ned making Cersei look at him.
"Do you love your children Lord Stark," ask Cersei making Ned nod, "No more than I love mine."
"And they are all Jaime's." States Ned with narrowed eyes making Cersei laugh.
"Well, all accept Alyxandar." Says Cersei with a fond smile making Ned widen his eyes.
"Yes Alyxandar is the true born son of Robert," says Cersei before scoffing, "he is the only good thing that came out of our marriage." Ned had originally thought that Alyxandar was also a bastard but he was wrong.
"Of course it was a complete accident that he was born as I had meant to give birth to another one of Jaime's children," says Cersei making Ned narrow his eyes, "but I'm glad I had Alyx." Ned tells Cersei to flee Kings Landing but Cersei laughs.
"You really don't get it do you?" Ask Cersei with a small smile, "you and Robert have no power here, the only power you have is the power you are allowed to have by my son Alyxandar."
"Alyxandar controls all of Kings Landing," says Cersei, "he's been running the kingdom since he could walk." Ned's eyes widen at the statement now realizing why the lords and people love the prince.
"It is no me that is in danger Lord Stark," Says Cersei before walking away, "When you play the Game of Thrones, you win or you die. There is no middle ground." Cersei leaves the garden as Ned stands before heading to his study.
The Riverlands- Golden Tooth
Alyxandar rides forward and beheads a Piper soldier before killing two more and igniting his blade and burning another man on horseback. Alyx sees more troops coming and blows a red and black horn in the shape of a dragon. The royal army turns to face the incoming troops before entering guard formation. The enemy soldiers charge straight in only to be speared and cut down by the skilled swordsmen of the royal army. More Piper and Vance soldiers enter the battle but another horn sounds and they are bombarded with a volley of arrows.
"Watch the left flank." Yells Rick Rykker while on horseback. His soldiers turn and cut down enemy troops sneaking on the left flank. As the riverland troops begin to pour in Alyx smiles before blowing the horn which makes a different sound. Suddenly Lannister cavalry lead by Jaime slam into the back of the enemy troops. Alyx charges in from the other side with the royal army and cuts down the soldiers. A Vance soldier spots Alyx and jumps and knocks him off the horse. Alyx stands before dodging a sword strike and head-butting the man. The soldier recovers before having Ouroboros plunged through his gut. The man then burst into wildfire as Alyx removes his sword to decapitate a soldier behind him. The enemy begins to route before Alyx looks up to see his dragons flying above the battle.
"Dracarys." Shouts Alyx. The three dragons dive into the battle before fire spews from their mouths burning the soldiers alive. Jörmungandr lands on a burnt carcass before biting into it. It is soon joined by its siblings who begin to feast on the burnt soldiers. As his children eat Alyx removes his helm before looking over to his uncle who approaches.
"This battle is ours nephew." Says Jaime with a smile. Alyx however does not smile and Jaime removes his grin.
"Don't worry we will find him." Assures Jaime before placing a hand on Alyx's shoulder. Alyx nods before placing his helm on his head and mounting his war horse.
"We better," Says Alyx before blowing his horn, "Grandfather has given you the task of taking Riverrun." Jaime nods his head as Alyx looks at him.
"Be careful uncle, do not underestimate your enemy." Says Alyx before riding off and making his way back to his grandfather.
The Wall
Jon Stark looks over the edge of the wall and smiles. His peace is interrupted by a large boy who waddles up to him. Samwell Tarly is a new recruit of the Nights Watch and has becomes Jon's friend. Jon looks to Sam who begins to speak. Jon had become a member of the Nights Watch after traveling with his uncle Benjen. Then his uncle Benjen left to scout north of the Wall and Jon hasn't seen him since.
"You know Jon, I miss girls." Says Sam. Jon starts to laugh making Sam look to him. Sam begins to talk about girls making Jon almost bust a gut before a horn sounds. Jon and Sam look ever the wall to see a horse riding up to the gate.
"Why is he alone?" Ask Jon before looking closer, "There's no rider." Jon runs to the lift with Sam and makes it down. Jon walks up to see the horse buck as the stable boy tries to calm it.
"That's my uncle Benjen's horse," says Jon before looking to the stable boy, "Where is my uncle."
Kings Landing
Ned sighs as he walks up to a room where he spots Ser Barristan who stands guard. Ned nods to the man before stepping forward. After confronting Cersei Ned decided he needed some time to think. He received word that Robert was injured on the hunt and raced down to see his friend. Before he can enter the door opens and Joffrey walks out. Entering the room Ned spots Cersei and Grand Maester Pycelle. Robert tells Ned and the others that he wants the pig to be served at his funeral making Cersei roll her eyes. Robert then commands to be left alone with Ned. Cersei leaves the room without a care knowing that her children are know the rulers of the Seven Kingdoms.
"Write this down Ned." Orders Robert making Ned get a quill.
"In the name of Robert of the House Baratheon, the First of his Name, King of the Andals and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm, I hereby command Eddard of house Stark serve as regent until my son Joffrey comes of age." Says Robert. Ned not sure of what to write puts true heir. After Robert signs the letter he falls back and coughs.
"Give it to the council after I'm dead. At least they'll say I did this right, this one thing." Says Robert before looking at Ned.
"Be careful Ned, your family has made an enemy of my son Alyx," says Robert, "Alyx may not look like my son but he definitely has the fury of a stag." Ned nods his head before ordering the Maester to give Robert the milk of the poppy. Ned leaves the area after a brief word with Barristan and fails to see Lord Varys. Varys skulks off before entering a room where he finds the ever beautiful Arianne looking out of the window.
"My lady I am sorry to disturb you," says Varys making Arianne look to him and smile, "I come with news of the Kings imminent death." His statement makes Arianne widen her eyes before smiling.
"Well it looks like Alyx will rule the kingdom in all but name now." Says Arianne with a giggle.
"The king has appointed Lord Stark as regent." Says Varys making Arianne laugh.
"A title with no real power," says Arianne before turning back to the view, "There is only one ruler of the Seven Kingdoms, only one who can bend them to his will, and he will not share his power." Lord Varys bows before leaving the room with a smile. Ned walks down the halls with several guards trailing behind him before he spots Renly running up.
"Lord Stark a moment." says Renly making Ned nod.
"He named you Protector of the Realm," says Renly with Ned nodding, "She won't care. Give me an hour and I can put a hundred swords at your command." Ned widens his eyes while thinking about it.
"We strike tonight while the castle sleeps. We must get Joffrey away from his mother and into our custody. Protector of the Realm or no, he who holds the King holds the Kingdom." Says Renly.
"Cersei has two battalions of the royal army at her call, and the backing of her son Alyxandar." Pushes Renly.
"When Robert dies Alyxandar will have control over everyone in Kings Landing." Urges Renly as Ned thinks about his options.
"What about Prince Alyxandar," says Ned making Renly stiffen, "If Joffrey is not the true born heir then that means the throne and crown belongs to Alyxandar." Renly looks at Ned before scoffing.
"You really want to put another Targaryen on the throne?" Ask Renly making Ned's eyes widen.
"Aye, the boy may be Roberts son but he is still a Targaryen," says Renly, "We fought a war to get rid of the dragons and yet one still remains and he holds the most power than all of us." Ned narrows his eyes before walking away from Renly making the man grit his teeth. Ned knows that what he will do will cause a war and yet if he doesn't do this he will most likely be branded a traitor. Suddenly Ned is called by a messenger who tells him King Joffrey wishes to speak to him. Ned's Eyes widen before gathering his guards and walking into the throne room. After a verbal confrontation Ned orders the arrest of the queen and her children. Suddenly the doors are burst open and in comes royal soldiers who point their spears at the Stark guards. Cersei is confused as she hadn't called in the troops yet but her question is answered in the form of the beautiful Arianne Martell.
"Lord Stark under the orders of Prince Alyxandar you are hereby charged with treason for the kidnapping of Lord Tyrion Lannister." States Arianne in a melodic voice. Ned widens his eyes as he sees more of the royal army enter the throne room. Joffrey narrows his eyes at Arianne before standing
"Only the king may give out such orders." Says Joffrey not noticing Cersei's glance at him before back to the royal soldiers who are extremely loyal to Alyxandar. The soldiers ignore the boy before Cersei nods at the soldiers who kill the guards. The city watch also turns on Ned and kills his guards. Before Ned can do anything he has a knife at his throat. Looking back he sees Petyr Baelish.
"I did warn you not to trust me." Says Baelish with a smile. Ned is dragged to the dungeons of the Red Keep and left there. Hours go by before Ned hears some shuffling of feet. Coming around the corner is a hooded Lord Varys making Ned frown.
"Varys, where are my daughter?" Ask Ned making Varys smile.
"The young one seems to have escaped but the older one is still married to Joffrey." Says Varys before passing Ned some water. Ned takes the water before sipping some and drinking more.
"You watched my men being slaughtered and did nothing." Accuses Ned making Varys look to him.
"I serve prince Alyxandar my lord," Says Varys making Ned look at him, "You ordered the capture of the princes uncle, surely you didn't think that he would sit by and let that happen." After a long talk about honor and stupidity Varys leaves Ned with time to think. In the Red Keep Sansa has just written a letter to Robb. Robb receives the letter and summons the banner men, while Catelyn leaves the Eyrie and heads to her son. Days later mother and son reunite but the moment is shattered when a messenger arrives. The messenger is wounded and has burns on his body.
"M-My lord I have a message." Says the man before collapsing. Robb orders someone to fetch water for the man. The man drinks before coughing up blood.
"What is your message?" Ask Robb. The man looks to Robb before suddenly his eyes widen.
"Death my lord," says the man making the lords look at each other, "the prince he… he's taken Harrenhal my lord." The statement makes the lords yell in surprise.
"We fought bravely but the prince he," says the man as his hand tightens around Robbs, "He burned us out and hunted those that fled." Robb watches as the man's eyes begin to darken before closing. Robb stands and looks to his banner men. He orders them to prepare to ride out.
Lannister Camp
Tywin enters the tent and removes his helm as the lord's stand. Tywin ducks his hands into some water before splashing it on his face. Tywin sits along with the lords as he begins looking over a map and moving a dragon and lion piece to Harrenhal.
"Prince Alyxandar has taken Harrenhal and burned Stone Hedge and Pinkmaiden while Commander Weagan of the fourth battalion has taken the Darry." Says Tywin while pouring himself some water.
"The Prince is traveling down to help Jaime in the siege of Riverrun." Says Tywin before drinking some wine. Before more can be said Tyrion enters the tent with hill tribesmen. Tyrion is made aware of the situation and is shocked to say the least.
"So Eddard Stark is imprisoned and Joffrey is king," says Tyrion while looking at Tywin before laughing, "the one who hold the real power is your grandson and my nephew." Tywin nods before Kevan stands.
"Robb Stark has called his banners and marches to meet us." Says Kevan Lannister making Tyrion look at the man.
"A green boy," says a lord making Tyrion look at him, "one taste of battle and he'll run back to Winterfell with his tail between his legs."
"Enough," says Tywin with a frown, "we never underestimate our enemy, especially the Starks." His statement makes the lords nod their heads before he turns his attention to Tyrion. Before he can speak a messenger enters and tells him Robb has crossed the Neck. Tywin marches out to meet him after having a raven sent to Alyx. Alyx sits on his horse as he watches the castle burn before turning his horse and riding off with Claudia on his tail. He receives the raven from Tywin before discarding it and heading to Riverrun.
"My lord shouldn't we be heading out to help lord Tywin?" Ask Commander Cato of the sixth battalion. Alyx looks at the man before smiling.
"That's exactly what Robb Stark wants us to do," Says Alyx as his dragon fly above him, "We will head to Riverrun and burn the place down." His statement is met with cheers from the soldiers. The War of the Five Kings has begun.
Oh yeah let the war begin.
The battles between Robb and Alyxandar will be large like Lord of the rings large.
Should the royal army have Lord of the rings elephants or just regular elephants?
Should Robb have a much larger army seeing as the north is the largest kingdom?
Commander Rick Rykker- Leonardo DiCaprio
Commander Charles Weagan- Liam Neeson
Commander Cato- Russell Crowe
Alyxandar Targaryen- sister suggested Adrej Pejic… don't really care that he is a transgender. My sister thinks he/she whatever is hot.
Claudia Dayne- Anna Christine Speckhart friend mentioned or Keira Knightley, or Rosie Huntington-Whiteley.
Arianne Martell- ? Someone hot!
Taron Thurgau- ?
More Commanders so make names and who they look like.
Till next time ;)