[hider=House Lannister] [img]http://cdn.wallpapersafari.com/71/54/7QeG5I.jpg[/img] [b][i][color=fff200]HEAR ME ROAR[/color][/i][/b] House: Lannister Region: The Westerlands Liege: The Iron Throne Holding: Casterly Rock, and Lannisport along with other titular positions outside the Westerlands. [hider=Recent History] Following Jaime Lannister's banishment from the Kingsguard and the subsequent death of Cersei Lannister at her brothers hands in the following months the Lannister dynasty was removed from the Iron Throne and stripped of their influence over the Seven Kingdoms. Jaime went on to further abdicate his title of Lord of the Rock to his brother Tyrion Lannister in the wake of the Long Night and, While still regarded as one of the most infamous men in Westeros, Tyrion had become a close adviser to Queen Danaerys before her return to the country. It was because of this close tie to the queen that he was made Hand of the King following the realm's victory against The Others. With Tyrion on the seat of Casterly Rock as well as guiding King Jon and Queen Danaerys in most matters of state his clever stewardship was one of the footholds the realm used to heal itself from the long periods of fighting in the years prior. Though Tyrion has gained a reputation for being quick, helpful, and fair much of the realm still views him for what he is: A Lannister and a Dwarf, and Tyrion often wonders which of those titles is more damning. Despite Tyrion's rise to power, however, the Lannister family saw its share of hardships in the years following the War of the Five Kings. The family's experienced leadership died with the brothers Tywin and Kevan Lannister and so the family had to work hard for years to regain their fortitude and re-strengthen the Rock. This was partially accomplished through the still valid marriage of Tyrion Lannister and Sansa Stark. By Tyrion's own reluctant suggestion and Danaerys favoritism toward the dwarf, King Jon and Lady Sansa agreed to keep the marriage intact and forge a lasting bond between the North and the Westerlands. This allowed both realms to profit off of the others knowledge and resources and help aid the rebuilding of both houses after their hard times in the previous years. Now the Westerlands are nearly out of the woods with their war debt and damage and things are starting to look up for House Lannister, despite some of their numerous enemies plotting against them and indeed even some of their own turning cloak. [/hider] Family Members: [hider=Tyrion Lannister] Name: Tyrion Lannister Age: 52 Appearance: Tyrion is a Dwarf standing just over three feet tall with stubby legs and a slightly bulbous head. He possesses a unique stare with one vibrant green eye and one dark purple along with a sickening scar that travels diagonally across what remains of his nose from his forehead to his jaw. His bleach blonde hair has turned mostly white, however it would be difficult for one to tell much of a difference, and his beard is now kempt in a tidy goatee. Along with Tyrion's previous scarring at the battle of the black water, he has gained several more from the three battles he fought after returning to westeros, and he walks with a limp now, due to having had one of his hips broken during the long night. Role: Tyrion is the Lord of House Lannister, Warden of the West, and Hand of the King. He leads the small Council and sits the Iron throne when King Jon and Queen Danaerys are not present, and his word is considered to be the word of the King himself. Equipment: Tyrion has hung up his Ax and shield and adopted a smooth wooden cane with a fine golden Lions head for a hand grip and a clubbed foot. Skills: Tyrion is a master manipulator and is considered one of the most intelligent men in Westeros by those who can look past his disabilities. He is Also a big fan and avid player of Cyvasse, having won and lost against many of the great masters of the game. Biography: Tyrion was born to Tywin and Joanna Lannister in 273AC, his mother died giving birth to him and this, along with his dwarfism, leading to long term animosity between Tyrion, his father, and his sister although his Brother Jaime became his closest friend. Tyrion has been all over Westeros from the Wall to Dorne and was always known throughout the country as a scholar as well as a whoremonger. During the early days of the War of the Five Kings Tyrion was falsely accused of attempting to murder Brandon Stark and was thus taken prisoner by Lysa Arryn in the Vale. Tyrion won his freedom through Bronn, a mercenary and close friend of Tyrion's for years to come. Tyrion went on to become essential in the defense of King's Landing from Stannis Baratheon in the midst of the War and served temporarily as Hand of the King. He was later accused of murdering King Joffrey Baratheon at his wedding ceremony to Lady Margaery Tyrell. Because of this he fled the country to Essos where he encountered Aegon Targaryen and his allies and learned that they intended to put him on the Iron Throne. It was after Tyrion wandered off to a brothel that he was taken captive by Ser Jorah Mormont of Bear Island and the two set off to find Danaerys Targaryen in Mereen. Jorah and Tyrion were captured however and sold into slavery and told they would have to invade Mereen and help kill the very person they set out to find. Thanks to Tyrion's quick wit and cunning charm he gained his freedom in the battle with the help of one of the Mercenary captains in the Slave camps. Tyrion went on to find Queen Danaerys and become a close, loyal advisor to her throughout her rule. He remained by her side during her return to Westeros as well. Having helped her and Jon Stark defeat the long night as well as inheriting the title of Lord of the Rock from his brother, Tyrion was made hand of the king at Danaerys' request. Since then Tyrion has faithfully served the realm and offered as much helpful advice to the King as he could. King Jon, having remembered meeting Tyrion and the sage advice he had once offered him, accepting Tyrion and even went as far as to tell the dwarf that he respected and admired him. Tyrion was humbled by this and has sworn undying allegiance to King Jon even if it means the destruction of House Lannister. Notes: Tyrion is hated by many, but also has many loyal friends across Westeros and Essos. Regardless of what their opinion of the man might be, everybody knows his name. [/hider] [hider=Jaime Lannister] Name: Jaime Lannister Age: 59 Appearance: Jaime is just nearly as handsome in his old age as he once was in his youth, with flowing hair now tied in a knot behind his head and a heavily groomed beard, once gold but now white though still a feast for the eyes of the older women in Westeros. Jaime is missing his right hand, it has been replaced with a solid gold replica and he often wears a glove over it just to hide his deformity, his brother Tyrion having taught him all to well how disabilities can be cruelly damning to an individual. Role: Jaime acts as Castellan of Casterly Rock, overseeing the men at arms as well as the defense of the Rock and Lannisport. He also acts as Lord during Tyrion's long absences in King's Landing, though all major decisions are still made by Tyrion via Raven. Equipment: Jaime hasn't fought a true fight in nearly ten years, however he still wears a fine lions-head pommel blade at his hip along with a dagger in his boot, just in case the odd assassin slips into the Castle at night. Skills: Though Jaime had once been the best swordsman in Westeros that day had come and gone. In his later years he'd been forced to develop his social skills, he makes for a proud and regal face for House Lannister where Tyrion cannot. He is also a very skilled military tactition and does an excellent job of keeping soldiers and peasants alike in line. Biography: Jaime was born in Casterly rock alongside his twin sister, Cersei. The two became inseparable at a young age and even began experimenting sexually with eachother before reaching age ten. Although some members of the household such as Tyrion and Tywin had their suspicions about the twins incestuous relationship it was kept as a closely guarded secret for years. Jaime went on to join the Kingsguard under the Mad King Aerys Targaryen and, just as Eddard Stark claimed King's Landing during the rebellion, Jaime plunged his sword through his own king's back, forever branding himself an oathbreaker and a kingslayer. This, however, did not get Jaime removed from his position and he instead went on to serve King Robert Baratheon, who wed Cersei. It was at the start of the War of the Five Kings that Jaime and Cersei's relationship finally came to light, when Eddard Stark and Stannis Baratheon, both of their own accord, discovered that the royal children were indeed sired by Jaime rather than the King. Throughout the course of the war Jaime played a vital role in maintaining power for House Lannister both in the west and on the Iron Throne. At the height of the war and of his prowess Jaime lost his right hand, having to teach himself all over again how to use a sword. Despite this injury he was later made Lord Commander of the King's Guard. He resumed his relationship with his sister after returning to King's Landing but he saw the flaw in her rule. With the death of their oldest son, Joffrey, Cersei had begun to go mad and it was only a matter of time before she destroyed the realm, or worse, herself. Jaime attempted to reason with her and even went as far as to break off their relationship for good. Cersei banished him from the kingsguard and, just as she reached the apex of her madness, Jaime stabbed her through the heart with his own blade, thus becoming a kinslayer as well. After Danaerys came to westeros Jaime re-united with his brother Tyrion and swore to help him, Danaerys, and Jon Stark save the realm from the Long Night. He fought in the war and afterward he abdicated his title of Lord of Casterly Rock to his brother Tyrion, thus becoming no more than a faithful servant of his family. Notes: Jaime Lannister is nearly as hated as Tyrion Lannister, but he's a pretty boy and a great public face for his house whereas Tyrion is the true steward. [/hider] [hider=Sansa Stark] Name: Sansa Stark (Legally Sansa Lannister) Age: 39 Appearance: Sansa Stark has always been renowned for her immaculate beauty, later in life this is no different for the Stark girl who grew to mirror her mother Catelyn perfectly. Thick auburn curls adorn her head while her eyes are a regal shade of blue shining off of her fair skin. Though her hair is a little more brittle now and her youth has gone she remains a lady in every sense of the word. Role: Though Sansa spends much of her time in the north she acts as a powerful diplomatic figure in nearly every court in Westeros. Trained by Petyr Baelish and wed to Tyrion Lannister she has mastered the Game of Thrones and become one of its most decisive and influential players. Equipment: After her time in the company of Littlefinger Sansa learned that it is always unwise to leave home without protection and thus tends to carry a small, thin dagger whenever she can. Skills: Sansa is a sage negotiator as well as a smart webweaver and strategist. She provides both Houses Lannister and Stark with wise council and acts as the bandage which has begun to heal their rivalry. Biography: Sansa was born to the renowned Eddard Stark and his wife Catelyn Tully at Winterfell just over a decade before the War of the Five Kings. She was tutored in matters of court by her mother while her brothers learned to lead men and climb walls. Her world changed forever when King Robert Baratheon came to Winterfell to ask Ned Stark to take the office of Hand of the King. Sansa went south to Kings Landing after a betrothal was made between her and the heir to the Iron Throne, Joffrey Baratheon. It was after King Robert was killed in a hunting accident and Eddard beheaded for treason by her betrothed that Sansa realized how dangerous a world she had entered. Petyr Baelysh, the very man who had betrayed her father, rescued Sansa from King's Landing and brought her north to the Vale. Sansa Stark was later reunited with Jon Snow, the supposed bastard of Ned Stark. Later it was revealed that Jon Snow was indeed a Targaryen, though Sansa stayed by his side and saw him as more of a brother than she ever had as a small girl. She did not take part in the war for against the Others, however during this time Sansa took the opportunity to begin garnering future allies for house Stark. Sansa was also a crucial player in bringing Danaerys and Jon together for the first time. After the war she re-married Tyrion Lannister and Jon ascended to the throne, cementing a sure path for the future success of both of her houses. Sansa has spent her recent days journeying to the sup with the high lords of Westeros and examine the current political positions of all the power players in the realm, hopefully her information will provide Tyrion with vital knowledge in the coming days. Notes: Though Sansa never wanted to marry Tyrion she has become much like her mother Catelyn and learned to love him as much as a wife can love a husband. She misses him in her absence and often recalls the fond memories she has of her husband in the later years of their marriage. [/hider] [hider=Julianna Lannister] Name: Julianna Lannister Age: 17 Appearance: Julianna is fair skinned with strawberry blonde curls and the trademark green eyes of House Lannister. She is tall and thin, with a facial structure that resembles her long dead aunt Cersei. She is missing her left pinky and the stump of the finger has some scarring. Role: Julianna is Tyrion's daughter and is due to wed Prince Aemon, further securing House Lannister's continued survival. Skills: Julianna is adventurous and very inventive. She has a quick wit and often takes after her father when presented with obstacles. She believes largely in a mind over matter philosophy and has learned to make use of her intelligence. Biography: Julianna was born in Casterly Rock to Tyrion Lannister and Sansa Stark. She spent the first thirteen years of her life in the Westerlands, only traveling to meet her uncle and cousins in Winterfell once. Shortly after her thirteenth nameday Juliana set out on the road with her mother to learn the ways of the political system and garner knowledge of the nobility in the realm. It was during this time that she first met Aemon Targaryen and formed an attraction to him. To her surprise Tyrion had already negotiated a marriage pact with Jon and Danaerys and was ecstatic to hear that she liked him. Several months ago Julianna came to Kings Landing to prepare for her wedding to the prince of the Seven Kingdoms. [/hider] [hider=Tom Lannister] Name: Tom Lannister Age: 15 Appearance: Slender and lean with short blonde curls and bleach blonde hair that mimics his fathers, Tom is a handsome youth with appealing facial features and a strong, athletic build. He has been said to be more attractive than his uncle Jaime was at his age. Role: Tom is the heir to Casterly Rock so he spends his days at Tyrion's side, learning how to govern and lead men, while his uncle Jaime oversaw his tutelage with swordplay and matters of war. Equipment: Tom Lannister does not carry a weapon with him most places, however he does have a personal suit of armor and custom sword which he tends to bring on long journeys. Skills: Tom is a mediocre steward with very little understanding of the world of politics. He is, however, quite proficient at swordplay as he was instructed by one of the most famed swordsmen in recent history. On top of this and although he has never led men into battle he is known to have inspired the soldiers in Casterly Rock with his patriotism and pride. Biography: Tom was born in Tyrion's absence and he was a month old by the time Tyrion managed to arrive home to see him. By this time Tom had heavily imprinted on his uncle Jaime and the two have gone on to form an unbreakable bond. Tom even went as far as to tell Jaime that he saw him as more of a father than Tyrion, although Jaime dismissed this and reassured Tom that Tyrion loved him and wanted the best for him. Tom began to see his father in a more positive light, however he was still always much closer to Jaime. Tom has spent most of his life at home learning how to rule. The marriage of his sister to Prince Aemon has given him an excuse to leave the Rock and finally see some of the world. If Tom has any say in the matter this will be far from his last adventure. Notes: Tom is undyingly loyal to house Lannister, especially his father, uncle, sibling, and mother. [/hider] [/hider]