Aerys II Targaryen
The Mad King. Burned his enemies alive and planned to set King's Landing ablaze with wildfire.
- House
- House Targaryen
Seats and titles
- King's Landing – Robert's Rebellion (282–284 AC): Robert I Baratheon – after the death of Aerys II
Events
Murder of Rickard and Brandon · King's Landing, 282 AC
Brandon Stark comes demanding Lyanna's return. Aerys has him and his father killed. Jon Arryn refuses to surrender Ned and Robert – the rebellion begins.
Sack of King's Landing · King's Landing, 283 AC
Tywin enters the city by treachery. Jaime kills Aerys, who wanted to burn the city. Gregor Clegane murders Elia and her children.