Alyn Swann is a Principal Bannermen to House Baratheon of Storm's End and is Lord of Stonehelm. The third and final child of Lady Ravella Swann. Alyn is the last surviving memeber of House Swann after the Second Hammer Uprising, this saw the death of his mother Lady Ravella Swann and his brothers, Meryn Swann and Quentyn Swann.

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Appearance & Character

A man of good looking features at the start of his prime, Alyn Swann is above average of a mans physical condition, achieved by his years of knightly training. Also showing similar features throughout his bloodline.

Some of the recognisable features of a memeber of House Swann is his dark brown hair and his chestnut eyes. His hair, rich and curly, reaching beneath his ears. Also bearing a strong jawline and an overall attractive look.

Alyn tries his best to look presentable and well groomed, wanting to impress his piers and wanting to show strength as he represents his house.

History

Early Life

Born in a time of peace and prosperity, Alyn Swann of Stonehelm was born in the year 423 AC, youngest child to Lady Ravella Swann. Alyn had two older brothers, Ser Meryn Swann and Ser Quentyn Swann, who he got on well with. Being apart of a wealthy Stormlands houses, Alyn Swann was able to receive a good education and have access to tutors from all over the Seven Kingdoms.

Not knowing his father, Alyn Swann grew up to be a mothers boy, always believing in what she believed in and following her every command. This resulted Alyn to grew up in his mothers image. Disciplined and well educated. A pawn for his mother to control.

Growing up in Stonehelm, Alyn made close friends, such as William Storm, a Swann bastard. Sharing blood and being the same age, allowed them to be close. Often doing most activities around the castle together and playing together whenever they had free time.

Towards the age of nine, Alyn was curious and impressive. Showing great knowledge and skills. At last, he reached the age where he would learn how to become a noble. His mother chose Ser Phillip Rogers, a vassal of House Swann, for Alyn to squire for.

Second Hammer Uprising

During his squire period, House Swann became part of the Second Hammer Uprising, resulting in House Swann fighting its liege lord House Baratheon. Making his mother and his brothers leave Stonehelm and go on the offensive with the Swann army. While the war raged on in the Stormlands, Alyn stayed in Stonehelm with Ser Phillip Rogers. Phillip taught him the basics of horse riding, sword fighting, manners and so on. Alyn showed great skill with a two handed sword. Making him a formidable and unique opponent to fight against.

Lordship

However, the Second Hammer Uprising wouldn't last forever. House Swann saw its armies destroyed and most of their house killed, including his mother Ravella Swann and his brother Meryn Swann and Quentyn Swann. This left Alyn as the last remaining member of House Swann and lordship was thrust upon him. He was no where near ready to become a lord.

Due to his inexperience in ruling, he appointed Ser Phillip Rogers and Maester Myres of Stonehelm to guide him. During his starting years of lordship, House Swann like the rest of the Seven Kingdoms went through a Four Year Winter. Due to the previous engagements, this provided a logistics challenge for House Swann. The house was in ruins and Alyn managed to keep the house alive and a float throughout the winter.

Thanks to the guidance of Maester Myres and Ser Phillip, Alyn showed to be a gifted ruler at a young age, being wise and a man of justice. Slowly but surely, the house was on the rise again. Due to recent events, the relations with House Baratheon is sore.

Recent Events

435 AC - Alyn is named Head of House Swann and last surviving member after the Second Hammer Uprising.

436 AC - 439 AC - Alyn rebuilds House Swann to the best of his ability. Forced to overcome challenges such as the Four Year Winter and marrying Lucy Selmy.

Family

Donnel II Swann (†)

m. Lyesel Hightower (†) Ravella Swann (†) m. Unknown (†) Meryn Swann (†) Quentyn Swann (†) Alyn Swann, Lord of Stonehelm (435 AC - Present) m. Lucy Selmy, Lady of Stonehelm (436 AC - Present)



Household Members/NPCs

Maester Myres

Ser Phillip Rogers

William Storm

Sources

Character Looks: James Franco Tristan