Stannis Baratheon

Stannis Baratheon is a character in the Game of Thrones series known for his stern demeanor and unwavering sense of duty. He is the younger brother of King Robert Baratheon and served as the lord of Dragonstone, a castle located on the island of the same name. Stannis was known for his military prowess and served as a loyal supporter of his brother during Robert's Rebellion, a war that overthrew the Targaryen dynasty and placed Robert on the Iron Throne.

# The war of the five kings

Following Robert's death, Stannis proclaimed himself as the rightful king of Westeros, believing that Robert's children were illegitimate and that he was the true heir to the throne. He clashed with other claimants to the throne, including his younger brother Renly Baratheon, and engaged in a campaign to gather support for his cause. Stannis was known for his strict adherence to justice and the rule of law, and he was seen as a stern and rigid leader by many.

# Renly Baratheon

One significant event in Stannis Baratheon's history was his role in the death of his younger brother, Renly Baratheon. As a claimant to the throne, Renly had gathered a significant following, including many of Stannis' own bannermen. Unable to challenge Renly's army head-on, Stannis resorted to a dark and controversial tactic, using Melisandre's shadow magic to assassinate Renly in his tent. This act not only shocked many in Westeros but also strained Stannis' relationship with his brother's former supporters, causing further divisions and conflicts within the Baratheon family.

# Melisandre

During his campaign to claim the Iron Throne, Stannis converted to the faith of the Lord of Light, a foreign religion led by the red priestess Melisandre. He became deeply influenced by Melisandre's prophecies and believed himself to be the chosen one, destined to fulfill a great destiny. He relied heavily on Melisandre's counsel and employed her dark magic to gain an advantage in battle, including the burning of his own daughter, Shireen, at the stake as a sacrifice.

# Battle of the Blackwater

Stannis eventually marched on King's Landing to challenge the Lannister forces and claim the throne, but he was ultimately defeated in the Battle of Blackwater by a combination of the Lannister and Tyrell forces. His fleet was destroyed, and he was forced to retreat to Dragonstone.

# Alliance in the north

After his defeat at Blackwater, Stannis shifted his focus to the North, where he believed the real threat to the realm lay - the White Walkers. He aided the Night's Watch in defending the Wall against the undead army, and he formed an alliance with Jon Snow, the Lord Commander of the Night's Watch. Stannis hoped to gain support from the North to aid in his campaign against the Lannisters and gain their loyalty through his sense of duty and justice.

# Defeat at winterfell and death

Stannis launched an ill-fated campaign to take Winterfell from the Boltons, who had betrayed the Starks and taken control of the North. Despite his determination and military skills, Stannis was ultimately defeated in the Battle of Winterfell. He was gravely wounded and left for dead. He was finally finished off by Brienne of Tarth, a member of Renly Baratheon’s kingsguard.