Ironoaks Castle, Seat of House Waynwood

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House Waynwood

History

The House of Waynwood is an old one, seated deep within the Vale of Arryn for centuries, protected beyond the Bloody Gate and protected within their great castle Ironoaks. Currently sworn to Lord Paramount Jon Arryn they feel a great deal of duty to follow him - not least because of their current familial ties. A ceremonious family they are one for great pomp, often holding many titles within the Vale that rely upon great ceremonies and the such because of this; and the tales of the warriors within their household have echoed down in history since Ser Wyl Waynwood took part in Lord Arryn's van against Blackfyre, fighting the man himself. Recently however they have become more reliant upon the Arryn's, marrying into the family to ensure their continued survival.

Household

Lady Anya Waynwood, Lady of Ironoaks Castle, High Lady of Eastweald: Born 227AC (56) Marital Status: Currently not married, a widow several times. Children: Three boys, two girls. BIO: Lady Anya was raised expected to support her brother, Ser Elys, when he took Ironoaks as his own seat, however, Anya both proved to be the far more capable administrator while Elys decided to vacate his claim in order to marry Elys Arryn, leaving Anya to take the burden of the Lordship. Traits: Survival: +3 ~ Years of living have hardened Anya to be resistant to the Vale's winters. Counterspy: +3 ~ Anya has spent years learning the art of intrigue from her mothers, expected to serve as the final line of defence. Charisma: +3 ~ A charismatic women Ainya uses her charms to the full. Logistician: +3 ~ Knowing how men work inside out has allowed her to ensure that they work to their maximum efficiency. Ser Morton Waynwood, Heir to Ironoaks Castle: Born 262AC (21) Marital Status: Currently un-married BIO: Morton was raised the typical lordly son, trained to fight, joust and command the forces of men upon the battlefield. Ruthlessly loyal to his duty and a great follower of ceremony he is one not to be crossed, otherwise the repercussions could be severe. Traits: Battles: +2 ~ Trained to perform his families duty upon the line of battle - he knows how to use tactics. Joust: +2 ~ As every true nobleman should be, he was trained in the arts of the lance. Duel: +2 ~ As a child Morton enjoyed fighting and duelling in the yard - a trait that stayed with him. Ser Donnel Waynwood, Second Son: Born 264AC (19) Marital Status: Currently un-married BIO: Donnel is the gallivanting son of the family, having spent his childhood as a squire to wandering knights of Westeros, learning the trade and adventuring around. Having finally returned to his ancestral seat he finds himself immediately embroiled in the current conflict. Traits: Pathfinder: +2 ~ An experienced hunter he spent many a month tracking beasts in the Riverlands, Reach, and Stormlands as a youngster - learning their paths and how to follow men also. Scout: +1 ~ Donnel is a particularly boystrous youth, enjoying riding round with the vanguard and outriders. Wallace Waynwood: Born 270AC (13) Marital Status: (Waaaay too young ) BIO: A young boy currently squiring for Lord Paramount Jon, he seems to be a rising star of the family, a good knight despite his age and a strong and robust boy. Traits: Survival: +1 ~ Having survived several life-threatening illnesses in his young age he now seems particularly robust. Duel: +1 ~ Spending hours upon hours in the training grounds fighting other squires he has honed his skills somewhat. Joust: +1 ~ Being fascinated with knightly ideals, he has leant how to joust quickly. Anya Waynwood, Jewel of Eastweald: Born 259AC (24) Marital Status: Currently searching for a husband BIO: A shockingly beautiful women she has travelled Essos for three years, learning many arts, before returning home. An adventurous young woman, her hand is sought after by many men within the Vale (Not just because of her looks!), but so far she has not deemed on worthy. She stands at roughly average hight, with shoulder length auburn hair, twinkling green eyes, a small set face, and is very buxom. Traits: Spymaster: +2 ~ Trained in the ways of manipulating men, she considers herself an adept leader of intrigue. Assasin: +2 ~ During a point of her youth Anya had an interest in certain.... areas best left unmentioned. Nonetheless, she has some unusual skills. Charisma: +3 ~ Flaunting her natural looks and ability to manipulate men she seems to find herself able to do many things. Ser Elys Waynwood, Residing in the Eyrie: Born 227AC (55) Marital Status: Married to Elys Arryn, father of many children. BIO: [wip] Traits: Battle: +3 Joust: +3 Duel: +3 Survival: +3 Experienced in the art of war, Ser Elys is considered an incredibly well-rounded Knight, good at just about everything required.

[Iron Aquilifer]

It was a haggard group which appeared at the entrance to Ironoaks. The Caron sigil flew the highest, flanked by the Dondarrion lightning bolt and Swann swans.

"I am Ser Marq Estermont! This is Ser Willem Swann, and Daenys Caron!"

The column was comprised of twenty bloodied stormlanders. Some were more weary than the rest, having come all the way from Nightsong.

"With the war is over! We come to bring trade between those who overthrew the tyrant!"

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The gates swing open and they are led through a series of passages to the main throne room. A young woman, stunningly beautiful, sits in the old wooden chair, casually flitting with her hair. A younger man, roughly nineteen years, also stands at her side - dressed in armour.

Greetings! What brings you to the hall of my mother? What can we do to help you valiant Stormlanders?

[Iron Aquilifer]

The gates swing open and they are led through a series of passages to the main throne room. A young woman, stunningly beautiful, sits in the old wooden chair, casually flitting with her hair. A younger man, roughly nineteen years, also stands at her side - dressed in armour.

Greetings! What brings you to the hall of my mother? What can we do to help you valiant Stormlanders?

"We would see to it that our two houses, loyalists in every sense of the word, grew strong together. We would provide you with the fine steel of the Stormlanders, tested true against Reachmen and Dornish invaders. In exchange, the stone of the Vale would ensure that our keeps remain defiant in the name of our King."

The group bowed shallowly.

[Hengest]

Amongst the first to wind home from the wars, Lord Hardyng entered through the Gate and watched as so many banners went north and east. It would be a hard road through the Mountains of the Moon to the Scorched Vale on the far side of the Eyrie. All this fighting, it reminded him how lonely he was, and how close death came. What would he have left? He the grandson of Humfrey the champion of Maidenpool Tourney. He had a long time to think.
Riding slowly through the hill roads and valleys, there were soldiers walking and horsemen all over, like leaves in autumn blown by a tired breeze. Rounding the monolith that was the Eyrie, he passed north east and weary found himself one rainy night by Ironoaks mighty portcullis. He presented himself as Lord Hardyng to the sentries, bid them a good evening, soldier to soldier and asked if he might find shelter in the courtyard from the rain for the night.

[Iron Aquilifer]

As soon as the words are spoken, Daenys Caron, bearing the thick Nightingale banner, leaped forward to Marq's side, hissing in to his ear. At the boy's words, Marq paled.

"My apologies, my lord. We were not meant to trouble you."

And with that, the group hurried off.