Why do the Tyrells hate the Lannisters?

Originally Answered: Why did the Tyrells side with the Lannisters after Renly died? Because they needed a king to wed Margaery to, and also Stannis hated the Tyrells with a burning passion due to the siege of Storm’s End during the rebellion.

Why did rhaegar targaryen leave Elia?

The Targaryen family have a history of polygamy dating back to Aegon the Conqueror, who was married to both his sisters simultaneously. But that isn’t the case with Rhaegar. He left Elia – a marriage arranged by the Mad King – for Lyanna, whom he fell in love with and she apparently reciprocated that love.

What started Game of Thrones?

A Game of Thrones takes place over the course of one year on or near the fictional continent of Westeros. The story begins when King Robert visits the northern castle Winterfell to ask Ned Stark to be his right-hand assistant, or Hand of the King. The previous Hand, Jon Arryn, died under suspicious circumstances.

What happened to Ned Stark in Game of Thrones?

Ned is arrested and negotiates a plea deal with the Lannisters, but King Joffrey refuses to abide by the terms of this arrangement and has Ned executed anyway. This produces a chain of events: Robb Stark (Ned’s son) revolts against Joffrey and declares the north independent.

Why did Stannis go north in Game of Thrones?

Stannis goes north to defend the north from an invasion by the wildings, a group of barbarians from beyond the wall. Robb inflicts a series of defeats on the Lannisters, but while he is marching south, the north is invaded by house Greyjoy.

How did the Lannisters plan to consolidate their gains?

The Lannisters plan to consolidate their gains by marrying Joffrey to Margaery Tyrell. The Tyrells become aware that Joffrey is cruel, and they have him poisoned. The act is pinned on Tyrion Lannister, Joffrey’s uncle. Jaime does not believe that Tyrion is guilty–he frees Tyrion.

What happened to the Lannisters after the Red Wedding?

Robb inflicts a series of defeats on the Lannisters, but while he is marching south, the north is invaded by house Greyjoy. The Lannisters conspire with the Freys and the Boltons (lesser houses) to have Robb and his mother Catelyn killed at the infamous Red Wedding, and the Boltons expel the Greyjoys from the north, seizing it for themselves.