Dun Fort

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Dun Fort
Castle
Dun Fort.jpg
The Dun Fort as depicted in Game of Thrones: Histories & Lore
Location Duskendale, the crownlands
Government House Rykker, feudal lord
Religion Faith of the Seven

The Dun Fort is a large castle that overlooks the town of Duskendale. The seat of House Rykker, it has a large square keep and big drum towers.[1]

History

The Dun Fort was the seat of House Darklyn. It was the site of the Defiance of Duskendale, when Lord Denys Darklyn captured and imprisoned King Aerys II Targaryen.[1]

Recent Events

A Feast for Crows

Brienne of Tarth visits the Dun Fort during her search for Sansa Stark. Because Lord Renfred Rykker is with Lord Randyll Tarly at Maidenpool, he left Ser Rufus Leek as the castle's castellan. Brienne also meets the Dun Fort's bald maester, who has a freckled scalp and red mustache.[1]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 A Feast for Crows, Chapter 9, Brienne II.