With the death of Robert Baratheon, many have put in claims to be the next rightful person to sit on the Iron Throne. For House Baratheon, two people have made that claim. Both of Robert’s brothers, Stannis and Renly, have each decided it is their turn to rule. This has torn House Baratheon in two…
Dogs have been used as part of the hunt for hundreds of years. Their keen sense of smell, swift running speed, and vicious bite have helped man put food on the table since their domestication. House Bolton, though, has trained dogs to not just hunt wild game, but men out on the field of battle….
The Cutthroats of House Bolton have a reputation that follows them onto the battlefield and drives fear into the hearts of those they face. They may not be the best armed or armored soldiers, but their willingness to fight hard and fight dirty has won them many a battle. The A Song of Ice and…
The most fortified cavalry in all of Westeros. House Bolton gets the award for the most-armored unit on the field of battle. The Flayed Men cavalry are clad in heavy plate armor, and their horses are equally armored in thick barding. Only the toughest and largest horses can withstand the great weight put upon them…
Life on the Wall can be hard, but the Brothers of the Night’s Watch look out for one-another. It doesn’t hurt that they have formidable siege weapons at their disposal. The Builders construct and maintain these defenses, like the Scorpion. It’s smaller than the massive ballistae mounted atop the Wall, but it’s still capable of…
In combat, hitting the enemy without them being able to hit you back is a very powerful ability. In the battles of Western, warriors armed with bows can whittle down even heavily-armed foes, bringing victory to one side. In that role, crannogman trackers are the unit of choice for free folk commanders. They are lightly…
The White Lions Stalk Their Prey As formidable as the Direwolves of House Stark, the Hrakkars, white lions from across the sea, are dangerous when out in their natural habitat. It takes great skill to kill one, but the true test of a khal is to actually subdue, capture, and tame one of these majestic…
There are an unknown number of tribes that live north of the Wall. These tough and hardy people will often form up and head south, looking for more hospitable land to call their own. Unfortunately, there’s usually already people occupying that land. So, the Free Folk must be willing to fight for it. While mostly…
The bulk of the Free Folk forces are made up of the everyday people of the various tribes. They don’t have fancy metal armor. They don’t relentlessly train and drill maneuvers. They barely have weapons, just scavenging a bit of bone or old swords from the battlefield. But what they lack in military tactics, they…
The faith that the King s Men have in The Seven is only matched by their faith that Stannis Baratheon should be the next one to sit upon the Iron Throne. Through rigorous training with their greatswords and heavy armor, they are headed to the field of battle in service of the older Baratheon brother….
The Lannisters spare no expense when it comes to outfitting their troops. Even the regular line soldier has the finest in arms and armor. So, when it comes to a unit as special as their mounted knights, cost is never an issue. The Knights of Casterly Rock have literally the best equipment and training that…
Pre order only – Release date TBC House Lannister looks to maintain control of the Iron Throne and is willing to spend any cost in order to make it happen. Their coffers are open, and they are hiring the best soldiers in Westeros to lead their units. These combat veterans bring expertise, training, and cunning…
When it comes to training soldiers, Crossbowmen require a lot less work than average. The real cost comes in the production of the crossbow, itself. Technological advances aren t cheap, and keeping weapons in working order during war is no easy task. Still, a family with resources like the Lannisters can afford to keep this…
Of all the Great Houses of Westeros, there is none more wealthy and ready for war than the Lannisters. Wars are fought with money, and the ability to arm troops with the finest steel and equip them with thick armour in order to keep them alive and hacking at the enemy goes a long way…
The Lannisters spare no expense when it comes to war. If the Lannisters are known for one thing, it’s their deep pockets. Their wealth lets them afford only the best when it comes to arming and armoring up their troops. Halberds tend to be a relatively cheap weapon to produce, but those made for Lannister…
Wars are fought with money, and in the War of the Five Kings, none of the Great Houses are more financially equipped than the Lannisters. They outfit their troops in the best armour and arm them with the finest steel. But troops still need leaders. Some show their strength on the battlefield, like the Hound,…