Gates of the Moon
The Gates of the Moon is a castle at the base of the Giant's Lance. It is the seat of Nestor Royce, High Steward of the Vale and Keeper of the Gates of the Moon.[1]
Contents
History
The Gates of the Moon was originally built by House Arryn when they were still Kings of Mountain and Vale, before Aegon's Conquest. It is used by House Arryn as their seat during winter, and when summer comes they return to the Eyrie.[2]
Layout
The Gates of the Moon is a stout castle with a moat, a gatehouse, a yard, and square towers. It is larger than the Eyrie.[3] At night torches flicker at its ramparts and the moon is reflected in its moat. Beyond its postern gate is a dense forest of pine and spruce, as well as the steep, carved steps along the Giant's Lance.[1]
Recent Events
A Game of Thrones
En route to the Eyrie, Catelyn Tully and her companions visit the Gates of the Moon and are welcomed by Lord Nestor Royce.[1]
A Storm of Swords
Lady Lysa Arryn rarely allows visitors to ascend past the Gates of the Moon. The castle is maintained by Myranda Royce, the daughter of Nestor.[3]
A Feast for Crows
Sansa Stark recalls that the wedding party of Lord Petyr Baelish and Lysa stopped at the Gates of the Moon before ascending to the Eyrie. Petyr awards the Gates of the Moon to Nestor, forming House Royce of the Gates of the Moon.[2]
Quotes
– Nestor Royce
References and Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 A Game of Thrones, Chapter 34, Catelyn VI.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 A Feast for Crows, Chapter 10, Sansa I.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 A Storm of Swords, Chapter 80, Sansa VII.
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