Marissa Grafton

Lynesse Grafton

Marissa Grafton became Lady of Gulltown in the 10th moon of 97 AC after her brother, Gerold Grafton, died from pneumatic fever.

Because of her resemblance to her mother, the late Meredyth Grafton, she is often called 'Little Merry'.

## Appearance and Character

Marissa has long blonde hair and hazel eyes that take on a green bent under usual lighting. She is above average in height (as far as women go) and appears to be healthy.

Having been taught at a young age to be mindful of how she is perceived by others, Marissa puts great care and pride into her personal appearance. She is always perfectly groomed and her wardrobe consists of fashionable (but practical) clothing.

At times, Marissa can seem soft spoken or serious to the point of being unapproachable, but closer study would unveil a woman who is kind and observant, but practical by nature.

## History

### Early Childhood (76 AC to 83 AC)

* 76 AC: Marissa was born during the 8th moon of 76 AC to Lord Robert Grafton and Lady Meredyth Grafton (nee Templeton), ending a spree of miscarriages. At the time of her birth, Gerold Grafton was five.
* 77 AC: Olyvar Grafton was born prematurely one year later in the ninth month of 77 AC. From the very beginning, Olyvar was small for his age, a trend that remained during his life.
* 80 AC: The youngest Grafton child, Lynesse Grafton, was born during the 6th moon of 80 AC.
* 83 AC: In an effort to improve relations between themselves and House Redfort, Marissa is put under the charge of Ser Jonothor Stone (her AC) and is sent to Redfort under the tutelage of Lady Redfort. At this time, there are also talks of a possible betrothal between Marissa and the Redfort heir.

### Tutelage (84 AC to 96 AC)

* 88 AC: Disagreements that stemmed from personal incompatibilities (and influence from Gunthor Arryn) between the lords of Grafton and Redfort (and their wives) had delayed matters regarding the (still) unofficial betrothal. After Olyvar Grafton died unexpectedly in his sleep in late 88 AC, talks of the marriage alliance ceased entirely and Marissa was sent home to resume her studies with her mother.
* 90 AC: Robert Grafton passed away due to a heart attack and was succeeded by his nineteen year old son and heir, Gerold Grafton, who later married Maddy Waynwood. Although Gerold was lord in name, most administrative affairs were left in the capable hands of his mother.
* 94 AC: Meredyth Grafton died after suffering for months of unexplained epileptic seizures (shaking sickness). Marissa, with the help of her youngest sibling Lynesse Grafton, took over their mother's prior duties.
* 95-96 AC: While Gerold Grafton focused on martial matters, he allowed his sisters (who had proven themselves adept at finance, diplomacy and administration) to manage Gulltown's economic and political matters.

## Recent Events

In the sixth moon of 97 AC, Gerold Grafton contracted pneumonia and died in the night of a fever, the cause of which had been earlier misdiagnosed as something nonfatal. Childless, his sister Marissa Grafton inherited Gulltown and assumed its lordship.

Although Marissa and Lynesse, in the same fashion as their mother, had managed Gulltown for years by this point, the loss of their older brother (who they viewed not only as a beloved sibling, but as a leader and protector) was a tough blow.

The Graftons have, until recently, removed themselves from realm wide politics to focus on themselves. As a result, Gulltown has flourished financially.

## Family

* Lord Robert Grafton (40-90 AC)
	+ Spouse: Lady Meredyth Grafton, nee Templeton (died 94 AC)
		- Issue: Lady Gerold Grafton (71-97 AC)
		- Spouse: Lady Maddy Grafton, nee Waynwood
			* No Issue
		- Issue: Lady Marissa Grafton (76 AC-Present)
		- Issue: Lynesse Grafton (80 AC-Present)

* Lady Ryella Arryn, nee Grafton (43-86 AC)
	+ Spouse: Lord Gunthor Arryn
		- Issue: House Arryn

* Lucamore Grafton (47-90 AC)
	+ Spouse: Marsella of Gulltown, merchant's daughter (57-898AC)
		- Issue: Sallei Grafton (82 AC-Present)
		- Issue: Otto Grafton (85 AC-Present)
		- Issue: Elinor Grafton (88 AC-Present)

## Household

* Ser Jonothor Stone (AC, lifelong friend and confidante, marshal of Gulltown) and Petyr and Cleos (Jon's sons and squires)
* Sallei Grafton, Beth of Gulltown and Cedra (cousins and ladies in waiting)
* Maester Denestan
* Septon Tomas
* Ser Brandon Arryn, of Gulltown (Master-at-arms)
* Ser Lyonel Shett (uncle of Brus Shett, castellan of Gulltown)
* Brus Shett (nephew of Lyonel Shett, coinmaster of Gulltown)
* Harlan Carpenter (harbor master)
* Various NPC knights/servants