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War of the Ninepenny Kings (5th Blackfyre Rebellion)

| By History of Westeros

Steven Attewell of Race for the Iron Throne joined us to discuss the fascinating and terrifying Maelys the Monstrous, the Band of Nine, the Stepstones, Tyrosh, the Golden Company, Blackfyre lineage, Summerhall and all the events that led up to the outbreak of war. Published January 9, 2020, remastered 2025. Sadly, Steven passed in April 2024 – but his blog remains an amazing resource. RIP to a giant of the community.

Steven Attewell – https://racefortheironthrone.wordpress.com/

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Delve into the murky depths of Westeros’ past with us as we dissect the War of the Ninepenny Kings, the fifth and final Blackfyre Rebellion! Joined by the late, great Steven Attewell of Race for the Iron Throne, we uncover the monstrous Maelys and his terrifying reign, explore the ambitions and rivalries within the Band of Nine, and trace the bloody path from the Stepstones and Tyrosh to the fateful clash at Summerhall. We’ll examine the Golden Company’s pivotal role and the desperate hopes of the Blackfyre pretenders, painting a vivid picture of this chaotic era that shaped the landscape of Westeros for generations to come. Don’t miss this deep dive into a conflict brimming with fascinating characters and far-reaching consequences.