| House Manwoody of Kingsgrave | |
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| Coat of arms |
A white skull crowned with gold on black (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 a noble house from Kingsgrave in northern Dorne. Their seat is placed amidst the Prince's Pass, guarding access to Dorne.
The Manwoodys blazon their banners with a white skull with a golden crown, over a black field.[3] Their motto has not been mentioned in the books.
History
According to a semi-canon source, the arms of House Manwoody and the name of their castle, Kingsgrave, derive from the founder of the family having slain a king.[4] The Manwoodys have often skirmished with marcher lords.[5]
King Albin Manwoody claimed dominion over the Red Mountains of Dorne when the Rhoynar arrived in Dorne.[6] The Rhoynish warrior queen Nymeria and her husband, Prince Mors Martell, defeated King Albin during Nymeria's War. He was subsequently sent to the Wall in golden fetters, together with five other defeated Dornish kings.[2][7]
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.[8]
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 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.[9]
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 from House Manwoody.[2]
- Ser Michael Manwoody, third husband of Princess Elaena Targaryen[8]
Quotes
Bronn: I see a skull too. A black banner.
Podrick: The crowned skull of House Manwoody, bone and gold on black. The Manwoodys of Kingsgrave.[3]—Bronn and Podrick Payne
References
- ↑ A Storm of Swords, Appendix.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 The World of Ice & Fire, Dorne: The Coming of the Rhoynar.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 A Storm of Swords, Chapter 38, Tyrion V.
- ↑ The Citadel: Heraldry - House Manwoody of Kingsgrave
- ↑ The World of Ice & Fire, Dorne: Queer Customs of the South.
- ↑ The World of Ice & Fire, Dorne: The Coming of the Rhoynar.
- ↑ The World of Ice & Fire, Ancient History: Ten Thousand Ships.
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 The World of Ice & Fire, The Targaryen Kings: Baelor I.
- ↑ A Dance with Dragons, Chapter 38, The Watcher.
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