Lucerys Waters

## The Prince's Bastard

Rhaella Targaryen (Half)

Daella Targaryen (Half)

Aerys Targaryen (Half)

**Lucerys Waters** is the eldest and most favored son of the late Crown Prince Viserys Targaryen. He is an experienced knight, the wielder of Blackfyre and the rider of Vermithrax, one of the oldest living dragons. Known by many as the Loyal, he is a man who earns respect with ease and is considered open-handed and just.

## Appearance

It is easy to determine at first glance the identity of Lucerys as a Targaryen, given his strong Valyrian features. Hair is a pale gold with natural silver highlights, paired with eyes of striking violet. He is reasonably tall at six feet and five inches, broad of shoulder and muscled from rigorous exercise.

One could say it is not the surface characteristics that label him so strongly as a dragon, but his undeniable presence. Lucerys is impossible to ignore, as he possesses a certain magnetism even when silent. No matter the circumstances or company, posture is always straight and confident, armed with a disarming smile on lips to draw the masses to heel. A powerful presence that could be just as potent in times of distress or war, offering unwavering encouragement to continue pressing forward.

Despite being the Crown Prince's favored son and bastard, his attire is simple in design -- aimed towards functionality and less inspired to impress. It's rare to see him outside of the tragic shade of black, save for the the occasional crimson trimming or cloak.

## History

**386 AC:** Lucerys is born to Crown Prince Viserys and Laela Rivers, a Targaryen bastard of Harrenhal in the early Spring. As the firstborn, while still illegitimate, he is brought into the world at dawn's light in a private chamber of the Red Keep. It is said he howled for the fraction of a second, before laughing for the first time. Little time is marked between his birth and his Uncle Aemon's, successfully placing the pair together as natural friends.

**389 AC:** Maelys is born at Harrenhal. Lucerys would not meet him until the following year. An interaction that was hardly of note, as neither were of an age or familiarity to be overjoyed at being brothers. The bastard begins his studies with the Maesters along side Aemon, although not as receptive to their attempts to keep a young boy's attention.

**391 AC:** Lucerys's training with the sword begins. An exercise that he is always punctual for, and takes great delight in sparring with Aemon. It's clear he has a natural knack for the sword, and the ability to think like his rival to gauge future moves. The Maester begins to feed him knowledge and history of war, as it's most effective in keeping Lucerys in attendance. One could wager that Lucerys enjoyed sparring, because it was the only field that he was considered to be on equal terms with those that were arguably his betters.

**392 AC:** Rhaenys is born late in the year at Harrenhal as the third bastard of the near infamous love affair between Prince Viserys and Laela Rivers.

**393 AC:** Lucerys has taken to sneaking into the Dragon Pits when restless or upset. A dangerous and foolish thing to do, but it's how he first encounters Vermithrax. It seems the dragon barely registers his existence in the beginning, prompting Lucerys to begin bringing it small game as treats on regular visits. In time, he earns the bronze's trust enough to approach.

**394 AC:** Lucerys is taken as a squire for the Crown Prince Viserys, further cementing that he beloved by his father. It is also during this time that the bastard informs his father that he no longer needs toys to play with, and asks instead that they be donated to the children in the orphanage. Whether from amusement at the idea, or to have his son witness the results of such benevolence, Lucerys is to bring the gifts and other items he declined for his nameday hence forth to the orphanage in person. A task he completes every year without complaint or fail, and later develops to include food or clothing for others less fortunate. It's never done with the idea of gratitude or remembrance as reward, but to give hope to others that share his shame of birth.

**397 AC:** Crown Prince Viserys and Lucerys visit Harrenhal. Rhaenys is kept curiously out of a father's audience, but Lucerys with the aid of Maelys visits her rooms to spend time with the youngest proof of the Prince's favoritism of their mother. Afterwards, a trip is taken to Riverrun. Lord Hoster is most welcoming to the bastard son of the Crowned Prince, extending invitation to his hearth whenever Lucerys finds himself in the Riverlands. Lucerys would not find all Lords so accommodating in the future, but nonetheless conducts himself in a pleasant and charming manner.

**398 AC:** Crown Prince Viserys and Elena Targaryen, welcome the first legitimate offspring of their union, Rhaella. Despite her existence being a threat to losing a father's hard won affection, Lucerys is most tender with her handling on the rare opportunities presented. Perhaps it is due from the loneliness of being kept at a distance from Maelys and Rhaenys.

**400 AC:** Crown Prince Viserys and Elena Targaryen, welcome the second legitimate offspring of their union, Daella. Maelys comes to King's Landing, and instantly captures King Maelor's notice. Lucerys makes it a point for the two of them to spend time together, making up for lost time. He goes so far as to sneak his younger brother into the Dragon Pits to see Vermithrax.

**402 AC:** Rhaella is taken away to Oldtown, as an offering to the Seven. Lucerys is uncertain how he feels about her departure, having grown fond of her smile. The Red Keep experiences a second loss of light, at the untimely passing of an ill Elena. He attempts to comfort young Daella. Maelys stirs a lot of mixed feelings with others, as he is not as obedient as Lucerys.

While traveling into the Vale to pay a customary visit to the Eeyrie, Lucerys came across brigands from the mountain clans who were attempt to waylaid a knight and his young female charges, without hesitation he joined the fray and even the odds with a dragon's ferocity. Afterwards upon discovering it was the Arryn hatchlings (Aemma and Sharra), he accompanied them to safety. Lord Hugh Arryn knighted Lucerys for his display of chivalry.

**403 AC:** During a feast, Maelys in disagreement resorts to spitting on the Crown Prince and is dismissed from the Great Hall. A furious father advises Lucerys in private that Maelys is his responsibility, and his actions have consequences. Later in a drunken slur, Viserys remarks his desire for a legitimate son. Lucerys realizes that his father's favor may be as fickle as any other, and those words take root within him to form fruit of discontent.

**405 AC:** While visiting Casterly Rock on the behest of the Crown Prince Viserys, he makes the acquaintance of the golden beauty Martesse. Lucerys is treated fairly, but only a fool would ignore the efforts Lord Lorean makes to ensure the pair are never alone. During his stay, Lucerys is given the special treat of seeing one of Martesse's performances in Lannisport. His praise of her voice was overheard by Tansy when in conversation with his guards. The bastard leaves, a bit smitten and with promises of exchanged letters. Over the years, they develop a true friendship, enough of one that would guarantee a wedding invitation for her future nuptial to Ser Tybolt Lannister.

**407 AC:** Lucerys is thrilled when Rhaenys is brought to King's Landing, as this puts her in the position to endear herself to their father and grandfather. But the restrictions of court and harsh judgement of nobility, only isolate the dragoness. Lucerys attempts to bring a smile to her face by taking her hunting or providing private marital lessons. She reminds him of their mother, and is perhaps why he could not refuse her.

**408 AC:** Rhaenys is successful with her attempts to ride Tessarion for the first time with a crowd as witness, further fostering the swell of pride within Lucerys. Tongues are beginning to work in the favor of the bastards.

**409 AC:** Lucerys and Vermithrax head to Pentos, and are present for the Sacking of the Temple. Later the bastard would earn his first notable kills during the Big Break, his unwavering spirit and rallying cries when morale began to run low, earned him the moniker of the Dragonheart. A name that was played upon in the Battle in the Ruins when faced with the staggering numbers of the Black Company and the Second Sons. Lucerys fights with the fervor of one possessed, and nearly loses his left arm. The cut is deep, but clean, above the bicep and easily stitched by the Maesters. He is not in fighting form for the Creek Battle, Second Battle by the Myrth or Battle of the Roads, and instead helps direct the infantry movements.

**412 AC:** A recovered and restless Lucerys is ready for the Seven Day Battle. After the grueling affair of nothing more than killing and sleep deprivation, it comes as a loss for the Crown. Lucerys earns a second nickname as the Loyal, as his encouraging voice is often heard when hope seems to be on the brink of perishing.

**413 AC:** At the Farm Battle, Lucerys nearly losses an ear if not for Lord Arstan's intervention. A price, the bastard would have gladly paid for a triumph, instead baring witness to another disheartening loss. Lucerys hears of Maelys involvement with the Massacre of the Mourning Manse, and can feel a father's fury on his back.

**414 AC:** The Battle of Peachtree, albiet small, is successful in proving to the Crownland forces that victory can still be won. Lucerys is present at the Death Knell, and has developed some experience with sieges and positioning of forces under the tutelage of his elders. When the Westerosi army concedes the battle, the bastard is filled with mutinous thoughts for the first time.

**414 AC:** Maelys stands trial for his war crimes, and is granted trial by combat. Lucerys does not intervene to save Maelys, despite his desire to do so. He refuses to undermine his younger brother's decision and is relieved when Maelys triumphs, only to leave for Essos to sell his expertise as a mercenary. Lucerys visits Riverrun, enjoying evenings in Lord Hoster's study with bottles of wine and comradery. It's the first time the subject is broached about a union between Marya and Lucerys, the offering of land and title, that has been otherwise an absent concept from the Crown Prince. The idea is flattering and plants seeds of loyalty within Lucerys for the graying fish.

**416 AC:** 3rd - 4th Moon, having heard of the sickness washing over the Riverlands, Lucerys comes to bring aid in the form of supplies from King's Landing. He takes special care to avoid contamination, but there is no certainty that the illness will not claim him too. He arrives to Riverrun two days before Lord Hoster takes his final breath, and remains to be of comfort to Marya as the last surviving Tully. Lucerys, himself, stands beside her as the first funeral pyres are lit to avoid further spread of the disease. While this does not endear her to many, it forces Lucerys to acknowledge that she is no longer a child but an intelligent woman with a fighting spirit to do the necessary.

**416 AC:** 11th - 12th Moon, Crown Prince Viserys dies in a tourney when lanced, at the unfortunate hand of Ser Tybolt Lannister.

**417 AC:** 2nd Moon, at the request of Lady Martesse, Lucerys visits Casterly Rock. It's an obvious attempt to mend the friendship between Ser Tybolt and himself. Meals are a civil affair, with either too little or too much wine. Wisely, any endeavor that puts them out of the lioness's sight is chaperoned by reasonable guards.

**417 AC:** 4th Moon, having heard of Rhaella's success at taming Sunstryke, and precarious teetering upon death, Lucerys cuts his visit at Casterly Rock short in favor of keeping vigil at her bedside in Yronwood. It is the first time, in many years they have occupied the same room. She is much changed from memory, yet sparks admiration for her convictions within him.

**417 AC:** 11th Moon, Lucerys attends the celebration of his grandfather's nameday. There is a sense of unease within, as he feels the tides of change are upon them.

## Possessions

### Animal Companions

* Vermithrax - a dragon with scales like beaten bronze. He has great tan wings with the same color along his spinal plates and horns and bronze flame shot through with white. His teeth and claws are ivory. He is very robust and a comparatively tame beast alongside the other dragons in the pit, accustomed to men and their presence.
* Balerion - a large and fast black warhorse. He has one foot hoofing the line of obedience, and the other on the side of aggression when sensitive nostrils catches wind of blood or fire. He is passingly tolerant of Vermithrax, and loathes the sniffing of dogs.

### Weapons

* Blackfyre, the fabled hand-and-a-half longsword of Valyrian steel once wielded by Aegon the Conqueror. Gifted to Lucerys by the Crown Prince Viserys after his knighthood as his favored, and whispered to be designs as preferred heir. A fitting weapon for Lucerys, given it's representation to prior bastards.

### Other

* Tinted black plate armor, dressed over a hauberk of diminutive rings, drawn up over the collar of his breastplate in the likeliness of a shoulder ridden mantle. A black plated round helm, open faced and pronged down the medial line of his nose, the crown of which was gilded of numerous scales. Dragons upon a checkered field insignias are emblazoned on the shoulders. Also wears matching black plated bracers and boots with interlacing chain mail for additional protection. -- Commissioned as a gift from the Crown Prince Viserys after his knighthood.

## Connections

* Aemon Targaryen - Of the same age as his uncle, it seemed the gods design that they would be childhood friends. While their circumstances greatly differed, Lucerys has never been envious of Aemon.
* Marya Tully - The only surviving child and daughter of Lord Hoster Tully, who had always treated Lucerys warmly. She is treated like a queen in his company, fostering whispers that the bastard is enamored with her.
* Ser Tybolt Lannister - The two were friends before the tournament involving lancing the Crown Prince Viserys, resulted in the heir's death. Lucerys is rational enough to accept that it was an accident, but finds it difficult to interact in the same friendly manner as before. Now there is a tension between them, iced over with civility.
* Lady Martesse Lannister - A supportive friend and admirer. It is her efforts that keep a husband and bastard from consuming too much drink in one another's company, only to regret the slain when the mind clears once more.
* Aemma Arryn - A friendship sparked from an honorable act, and the unexpected reward of earned worth from a respected individual that held no blood kinship. Lucerys does not visit the Vale as much as he would like, but has remarked to Aemma he could become gladly lost in it's frigid gray peaks. The pair share an elder brother/younger sister relationship.

## Rumours

* Lucerys should have either been legitimized as the Crown Prince Viserys's firstborn from his long-term lover and muse, or drowned at birth to be spared a life while blessed, would also serve as a constant reminder that he was less in worth than the children sprung from marriage.
* Lucerys shares his father's taste in women, and has fathered countless bastards in the Targaryen tree. It is said he has taught his dear, impressionable sisters to ride him in preparation for their future husbands or dragons.
* Lucerys is so loyal to his grandfather King Maelor and the Crown Prince Viserys, he would impale himself upon his own sword to please them.

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