Dagon Orkwood

Dagon Orkwood

## ***(Archived - Retconned)***

Lord Dagon Orkwood, born in 67 AC, is the current head of House Orkwood and ruler of the isle of Orkmont, located in the center of the Ironborn archipelago. He is the son of the late Lord Quellon and his wife Heyla. He married the daughter of Lord Greyjoy, Alys, with whom he has one son, little Dagmar. He is known for being an expert Admiral and a good fighter.

## Appearance and Character

Dagon was a sickly child in his early years and still looks very thin today. His height and weight are average. He likes to keep his hair and beard short, so the scars he as already acquired are visible.

He is known as a patient and quick young man, though he leans to proudness and is easily insulted.

## History

### The early Years

Dagon was born on a cold, stormy night in the 4th Moon of 67AC. He was a sickly child, always crying and the Maester at Orkmont always believed him to die soon. He did however survive and began to grow, though only slowly at first.

When he was three years old, his brother Harwyn was born. Unlike Dagon, the younger Harwyn was strong and big, from his birth on. His father doted on his second born, teaching him to fight with a greataxe as soon as he was able to hold one, while Dagon was left with his uncle, Erik, who became his mentor. From him he learned how to steer a ship, naval tactics and how to command a crew.

### Teenage Years

On his 15th name day, Dagon was gifted command of his first Longship, which he gave the name, Wooden Hammer.

With this ship he sailed the Sunset Sea, and ventured further soon, passing the Arm of Dorne and making for the famed Summer Isles. There he raided a small, secluded village. Because of the hidden location, the village had lived peacefully for a long time, and so he was able to find a lot of riches there.
When he returned to Orkmont, at the age of 17, he was met with dire news. His father, Lord Quellon had died and his brother had taken over the Lordship, calling it his father's last wish.  With the help of his uncles, and some loyal admirals they were able defeat Harwyn in the Standoff at Orkmont. The failed usurper was forced into exile. He left atop of his own warship and sailed west, never to be heard of again.

### The young Lord

Now it was Dagon’s time to rule. He began to build up a larger fleet to renovate the ships they already had. Then he began diplomatic talks with Veron Greyjoy, whose daughter Alys he married. So began a new golden age for Orkmont and the Greyjoys and Orkwoods became allies.

When Urragon Drumm called his banners, Dagon joined reluctantly and was angered by getting the worst job of all. He was tasked with conquering the Shield Islands, while the rest of the army would take down the Arbor. This was an insult for Dagon, though in the end he profited from it, as none of his men would drown in the sea.

Now he sits on the isle of Greyshield, besieging a castle with 4000 men, and no way to leave.

## Family

* Quellon Orkwood- Father; Deceased
* Heyla Orkwood - Mother
	+ Dagon Orkwood - Lord of Orkmont
		- Dagmar Orkwood - Son and Heir
	+ Harwyn Orkwood - Brother; Exiled, Location Unknown

* Erik Orkwood - Uncle and Castellan

* Ralf Orkwood - Uncle and Captain of the Iron Chain

## Household Members

Erik Orkwood - Uncle and Castellan

Ralf Orkwood - Uncle and Captain of the Iron Chain

Heyla Orkwood - Mother

Maester Aurane

Alys Greyjoy - Lady of Orkmont