House Manwoody
| House Manwoody of Kingsgrave | |
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| Coat of arms |
A white skull with a golden crown on a black field (Sable, a skull argent crowned or) |
| Seat | Kingsgrave |
| Head | Lord Dagos Manwoody |
| Region | Dorne |
| Titles |
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| Heir | Mors Manwoody |
| Overlord | House Martell |
House Manwoody of Kingsgrave is an old Dornish noble house. Its seat, Kingsgrave, is placed amidst the Prince's Pass, guarding access to Dorne.
They blazon their banners with a white skull with a golden crown, over a black field.[3] The motto has not been mentioned in the books.
Contents
History
The arms of the house and the name of its castle refer to the fact that the founder of the house slew there a King of the Reach.[4]
King Albin Manwoody claimed dominion over the Red Mountains of Dorne when the Rhoynar arrived in Dorne.[5] Rhoynish warrior queen Nymeria and her husband, Prince Mors Martell, defeated King Albin. He was subsequently sent to the Wall in golden fetters, together with five other defeated Kings of Dorne.[5][6]
Ser Michael Manwoody came to court with Princess Myriah Martell, following her marriage to Prince Daeron Targaryen. He became a trusted servant to King Daeron II, and eventually married Princess Elaena Targaryen.[7]
Recent Events
A Storm of Swords
Lord Dagos Manwoody, his brother Ser Myles, and his sons Mors and Dickon are part of the escort that goes to King's Landing with Prince Oberyn Martell. Upon arrival, they are introduced by Prince Oberyn to Tyrion Lannister.[3]
A Dance with Dragons
Dagos is present at the feast when Ser Balon Swann arrives in Sunspear to deliver the Mountain's skull. He refuses to drink when Ricasso raises a toast to King Tommen I Baratheon.[8]
House Manwoody at the end of the third century
The known Manwoodys during the timespan of the events described in A Song of Ice and Fire are:
- Lord Dagos Manwoody, Lord of Kingsgrave.
- Mors Manwoody, his eldest son and heir.
- Dickon Manwoody, his second son.
- Ser Myles Manwoody, his brother.
Historical Members
- King Albin Manwoody, last king of House Manwoody.[5]
- Ser Michael Manwoody, third husband of Princess Elaena Targaryen[7]
References
- ↑ A Storm of Swords, Appendix.
- ↑ The World of Ice & Fire, Dorne: The Coming of the Rhoynar.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 A Storm of Swords, Chapter 38, Tyrion V.
- ↑ The Citadel: Heraldry - House Manwoody of Kingsgrave
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 The World of Ice & Fire, Dorne: The Coming of the Rhoynar.
- ↑ The World of Ice & Fire, Ancient History: Ten Thousand Ships.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 The World of Ice & Fire, The Targaryen Kings: Baelor I.
- ↑ A Dance with Dragons, Chapter 38, The Watcher.
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