State of Westeros

This overview of the State of Westeros serves to introduce to the respective regions that make up the Realm of the Iron Throne. A rundown of the seasons since the divergence can be found here.

The Crownlands
Current King: Daeron III Targaryen

The Crownlands are the centre of political activity in Westeros, holding the seat of power in King's Landing. Currently, the region, like the Realm as a whole, is occupied with the lingering effects of the Dragon's Defiance, as well as the question of succession and marriage for this newly crowned, and newly widowed King. But first, King Daeron has called for a feast for all the Realm, to help ease the lingering tensions from the last war.

The North
Current Lord: Brandon Stark

The North remains as isolated and separate from the rest of the realm as it has often been. Having mostly avoided participating in the Dragon's Defiance with the exception of the Winter Wolves, Lord Stark chose to have his people remain in the North to ride out the harsh winter. Now with Vaegon deposed, the North stands to forge new relations with King Daeron as Spring blooms.

The Vale
Current Lord: Robert Arryn

Among the new king's strongest military allies, The Vale saw great success on the battlefield during the Dragon's Defiance, leading the rebel armies' charge into the Crownlands against the former king Vaegon. With the new king widowed by his father and such strong military ties existing between the Vale and the Iron Throne, the potential for House Arryn to increase their power in the realm seems significant.

The Riverlands
Current Lord: Tommard Tully

Stalwart defenders throughout the Dragon's Defiance, The Riverlands were mostly on the defensive throughout the recent conflict, facing onslaught from both the Iron Islands and the Westerlands as they sided with Daeron Targaryen. Though the war has come to an end, tensions remain between the Riverlords and their western neighbours, and what plans Lord Tully may have for the future of his realm remain unclear.

The Westerlands
Current Lord: Tyrion Lannister

The Westerlands sits in a precarious position, having maintained loyalty to King Vaegon throughout the Dragon's Defiance, the Lions of Casterly Rock now face a new reality under a crown worn by the man they opposed. Though pardoned along with all other loyalists, it remains to be seen if King Daeron will be able to win the loyalty of the Westermen, or if they might search for new allies to further their position in the realm.

The Stormlands
Current Lord: Lyonel Baratheon

The first to take up Daeron's cause during the Dragon's Defiance, The Stormlands fought furiously against their hated King Vaegon. Assaulted on all sides and forced on a desperate defensive throughout the war, the Stormlords ensured the rebel victory by masterminding the Sack of King's Landing along with Daeron. With the murdered Argella Baratheon avenged and Daeron crowned, it remains to be seen how the Stormlords will make their place in the new realm, as they clear the rubble and blood that has spoiled their lands.

The Reach
Current Lord: Vaegon Tyrell

The Reach sits in a unique position in the aftermath of the Dragon's Defiance. With the loyalist Lord Harlen Tyrell felled at the Battle of Redgrass Field, the rulership of the Reach now falls to his young son Vaegon. Filled with youth, it remains to be seen how the young Lord will take charge of his realm in the wake of his father's loss. With such a young Warden of the South, the chance arises as well for those other lords in the Reach to further their power and position, as advisors and tutors to their new liege.

Iron Islands
Current Lord: Dalton Greyjoy

Tentative in joining the Dragon's Defiance on either side, The Iron Islands saw above all else an opportunity to reave and raid across the rebel Riverlands when they sided with King Vaegon. And yet, Dalton Greyjoy seemed to have greater machinations in mind with his actions in the war, ensuring the deaths of many old way Ironborn throughout the many battles they faced. What way now stands before the Ironborn after King Vaegon's death?

Dorne
Current Princess: Ashara Martell

Staunch loyalists to King Vaegon throughout the Dragon's Defiance, Dorne and its Princess have long held plans to further their position in the realm. With strong ties to Vaegon's second son, Aegon, it remains to be seen how they will adapt to the new reality. Perhaps Princess Ashara sees opportunity in the new, unmarried king, or perhaps the Dornishmen see further promise in the younger Crown Prince?