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The Burning of King’s Landing

| By History of Westeros

There are caches of wildfire hidden in the city of King’s Landing just waiting to go off. The inevitable violence between the factions still vying for the Iron Throne could ignite them and cause untold damage, perhaps destroying the entire city. Will the Mad King get his revenge after all? If so, who will set them off, and why?

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This week on History of Westeros, we delve into the catastrophic “Burning of King’s Landing,” exploring the volatile reign of Aerys II Targaryen and the simmering tensions that brought the capital to its knees. We unravel the mystery surrounding the city’s hidden caches of wildfire, examining the key players – from the Mad King himself to the powerful houses vying for the Iron Throne – and their potential roles in unleashing this devastating weapon. Discover how the Crownlands were forever changed, the true cost of Aerys’s madness, and the chilling consequences of unchecked ambition. Don’t miss this explosive episode – and remember, you can get 25% off your first three months of Rize using code WESTEROS3! Listen now on Spotify or watch on YouTube.