Warden of the West

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Warden of the West is a title bestowed on the most prominent house of the westerlands by the ruler of the Seven Kingdoms since the War of Conquest. All known Wardens of the West have been from House Lannister. Traditionaly, the title is held by the head of the house, the Lord of Casterly Rock.

Responsibilities

The initial appointment of a warden in western Westeros was likely to deal with the ironborn, who were prone to reaving and pirating along Sunset Sea and the western shores.

Known Wardens of the West

Recent Events

A Feast for Crows

After the death of Lord Tywin Lannister, Queen Regent Cersei Lannister gives the title to Ser Daven Lannister, who would have preferred that the load were entrusted to Ser Kevan Lannister.

References and Notes


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