The Arbor
The Arbor is a golden island beyond the Redwyne Strait, renowned for its lush vineyards, exquisite wines, and endless summer sun. Its soils are remarkably fertile and the landscape remains green year-round, with vineyards terracing nearly every hill under almost perpetual mild weather.[1] Gilbert of the Vines first taught the islanders to press grapes into the sweet vintage that bears his name and founded House Redwyne.[1]
The island’s principal port, Ryamsport, handles much of its wine trade, while the settlements of Vinetown and Starfish Harbor support farmers and fishermen alike. Nearby isles, Stonecrab Cay, the Isle of Pigs, the Mermaid’s Palace, Horseshoe Rock, and Bastard’s Cradle, share in the Arbor’s shipbuilding craft, making the region an essential naval power for the Reach. [2]
The Redwyne Straits separate the Arbor from the mainland Reach; all ships bound from Oldtown to the Arbor must cross these waters.[3]
After Urron’s death, the Arbor regained its independence during the early reign of King Galayn Gardener. However, its loyalty remained in question. When the Ironborn returned under King Cragorn "the Black Kraken" Greyjoy during the Great Reaving, Lord Abelar Redwyne refused to defend Oldtown, fearing retribution. In response, the Reach declared the Redwyne line ended, cursed Arbor wine, and cast the Arbor into isolation.
After some time, the Reach would reclaim the Arbor with the help of the Oldtown Fleet and defend it against the Ironborn. The Redwynes were punished, and descendants of King Galayn Gardner married into the Redwynes and took their name.
Notable House
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 George R. R. Martin, The World of Ice and Fire, (London: HarperVoyager, 2014) p. 207-208
- ↑ George R. R. Martin, A Song of Ice and Fire: A Feast for Crows, (Bad Hersfeld: Random House LLC US, 2005) Samwell V
- ↑ George R. R. Martin, A Song of Ice and Fire: A Feast for Crows, (Bantam Books US, 2005), Samwell II