Robert Baratheon

# Introduction

Robert Baratheon was a legendary figure in the history of Westeros, known for his military prowess, charismatic personality, and eventual rise to the throne as the King of the Seven Kingdoms.

# Early life

## Robert Baratheon I

### Aliases

The demon of the trident, lord of the seven kingdoms, protector of the realm, king of the Andals and the first men

### Relatives

Stannis Baratheon (brother), renly Baratheon (brother)

### Affiliation

House Baratheon of storms end, House Baratheon of kings landing

## Appearances

### Debut

Season 1, episode 1, ‘winter is coming’

Robert Baratheon was born in the Baratheon stronghold of Storm's End in the Stormlands, one of the regions of Westeros. He was the firstborn son of Lord Steffon Baratheon and Lady Cassana Baratheon, and grew up with his younger brothers, Stannis and Renly. Robert was known for his boisterous and outgoing nature, often engaging in physical activities such as hunting and jousting, which helped to develop his remarkable strength and combat skills from a young age. Robert's parents died in a shipwreck when he was only 16 years old, leaving him as the new Lord of Storm's End. This sudden responsibility forced Robert to mature quickly and take charge of his family's lands and people, earning him the loyalty and respect of his subjects.

# Roberts rebellion

Robert Baratheon's most significant contribution to Westerosi history was his role in the rebellion against the ruling Targaryen dynasty. The Targaryens had held the Iron Throne for nearly 300 years, but their reign was marred by cruelty and incompetence, leading to widespread discontent among the noble houses of Westeros.

Robert was betrothed to Lyanna Stark, the younger sister of Eddard Stark, Lord of Winterfell. However, Lyanna was kidnapped by Prince Rhaegar Targaryen, the son of King Aerys II Targaryen, which ignited a chain of events that led to Robert's rebellion. Robert, along with his close friend Eddard Stark and other rebellious lords, raised their banners against the Targaryens and fought to depose the mad King Aerys II.

Robert was a formidable warrior and led his forces to several crucial victories during the rebellion. He famously defeated Prince Rhaegar in the Battle of the Trident, where he smashed Rhaegar's chestplate with his warhammer, resulting in a decisive victory for the rebels. Robert's leadership and military skills played a pivotal role in the success of the rebellion, and he became one of the primary figures of the rebellion, alongside Eddard Stark and Jon Arryn.

As the rebellion progressed, Robert formed a strong alliance with House Stark and House Arryn, among others, which helped to unify the rebellion and gain the support of various noble houses across Westeros. The rebellion ultimately culminated in the Sack of King's Landing, where Robert's forces stormed the capital, and King Aerys II was slain by one of his own Kingsguard. With the Targaryen dynasty defeated, Robert emerged as the victor of the rebellion and was crowned as the new King of the Seven Kingdoms.

# Reign as king

Robert's ascension to the throne marked the beginning of his reign as King of the Seven Kingdoms. He moved the capital from King's Landing to the traditional Baratheon stronghold of Storm's End, and he married Cersei Lannister, a member of one of the wealthiest and most powerful noble families in Westeros, in a political alliance to solidify his rule.

However, Robert's reign was plagued by challenges and difficulties. He was not particularly interested in ruling or governing, and instead indulged in a lavish lifestyle, surrounded by feasts, tournaments, and women, often neglecting his royal duties. He relied heavily on his advisers, especially Jon Arryn, who served as his Hand of the King, to manage the affairs of the realm.

# Marriage

Robert Baratheon's marriage to Cersei Lannister, a member of the wealthy and influential Lannister family, was initially seen as a political alliance to strengthen his rule as King of the Seven Kingdoms. However, their relationship was tumultuous and troubled. Cersei was known for her cunning and manipulative nature, and she harbored deep resentment towards Robert for his lack of affection towards her and his continued infidelity.

Despite having three children together, Joffrey, Myrcella, and Tommen, their marriage was loveless and marred by infidelity and distrust. Robert was known for his numerous affairs and dalliances with other women, while Cersei maintained her own secrets and plots, including an incestuous relationship with her twin brother Jaime Lannister, which resulted in the birth of her children.

Their relationship further deteriorated over the years, with Robert drowning his sorrows in alcohol and Cersei becoming increasingly cunning and manipulative in her quest for power. Their marriage became a façade, and they often engaged in bitter arguments and disagreements, with Robert becoming more distant from Cersei and his children.