Game of Thrones Family Tree: A Guide to Westeros’ Great Houses

 

House Stark

Sigil: A grey direwolf on a white field
Words: “Winter Is Coming”

  • Eddard (Ned) Stark: Lord of Winterfell, married to Catelyn Tully.
  • Catelyn Stark (née Tully): Daughter of House Tully, devoted to her family.
  • Children:
    • Robb Stark: Heir to Winterfell and King in the North.
    • Sansa Stark: Initially a naïve young lady; later becomes a strong leader.
    • Arya Stark: A skilled warrior who wields Needle.
    • Bran Stark: Becomes the Three-Eyed Raven.
    • Rickon Stark: The youngest Stark child.
  • Jon Snow: Ned’s illegitimate “son” but later revealed to be Aegon Targaryen, the son of Lyanna Stark and Rhaegar Targaryen.

House Lannister

Sigil: A golden lion on a crimson field
Words: “Hear Me Roar” (official) / “A Lannister Always Pays His Debts” (informal)

  • Tywin Lannister: Patriarch of the family, known for his ruthless ambition.
  • Joanna Lannister: Tywin’s wife, who died young.
  • Children:
    • Cersei Lannister: Queen of the Seven Kingdoms, mother to three children with Jaime.
    • Jaime Lannister: Known as the Kingslayer; Cersei’s twin and lover.
    • Tyrion Lannister: The youngest, a sharp-witted dwarf often shunned by his family.

House Targaryen

Sigil: A three-headed red dragon on a black field
Words: “Fire and Blood”

  • Aerys II (The Mad King): Last Targaryen king before Robert’s Rebellion.
  • Rhaella Targaryen: Aerys’ sister-wife.
  • Children:
    • Rhaegar Targaryen: Eldest son; secretly married Lyanna Stark, father of Jon Snow.
    • Viserys Targaryen: The exiled prince obsessed with reclaiming the throne.
    • Daenerys Targaryen: The Mother of Dragons, determined to restore her family’s legacy.

House Baratheon

Sigil: A crowned black stag on a gold field
Words: “Ours Is the Fury”

  • Steffon Baratheon: Father of Robert, Stannis, and Renly.
  • Children:
    • Robert Baratheon: Usurper of the throne, married to Cersei Lannister.
    • Stannis Baratheon: A rigid leader who believes in his destiny to rule.
    • Renly Baratheon: Youngest brother, known for his charm and ambition.

House Greyjoy

Sigil: A golden kraken on a black field
Words: “We Do Not Sow”

  • Balon Greyjoy: Lord of the Iron Islands.
  • Children:
    • Yara Greyjoy: A fierce warrior and leader.
    • Theon Greyjoy: Captured and raised by the Starks; struggles with his identity.

House Tyrell

Sigil: A golden rose on a green field
Words: “Growing Strong”

  • Mace Tyrell: Lord of Highgarden.
  • Children:
    • Margaery Tyrell: Ambitious and cunning, marries multiple kings.
    • Loras Tyrell: A skilled knight and Margaery’s devoted brother.

House Martell

Sigil: A red sun pierced by a golden spear
Words: “Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken”

  • Doran Martell: Prince of Dorne, focused on diplomacy.
  • Oberyn Martell: The Red Viper, known for his combat skills and fiery passion.
  • Children:
    • The Sand Snakes (Oberyn’s daughters), led by Ellaria Sand, seek revenge for their father.

The interconnected relationships and rivalries of these houses form the backbone of Game of Thrones, driving the epic story of power, betrayal, and survival. Would you like a detailed diagram or additional insights on a specific house? 😊

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