The Sinking of Seagard

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==Background==

In the years leading up to the campaign, the Riverlands were already in a weakened state. House Mudd and its allies, including House Mallister, had endured significant losses in ongoing conflicts against the Andal warlords. The brutal campaigns of Andahar 'the Depraved' Den Brove—including the occupation of Stillside in the Darry lands—resulted in the deaths of several Mallister lords during a failed rescue mission for Rowena Mudd. Lord Meros Mallister and his kin perished, and his young son Wilbert assumed lordship over Seaguard.

At the same time, the Ironborn under King Cragorn Greyjoy remained largely dormant during the harsh winter months. As spring approached, Cragorn prepared a new campaign to strike at the mainland. Citing past scorn from House Mudd and the growing unity between Riverland houses, he declared his intent to retake the Cape of Eagles, launching the campaign that would become known as the Sinking of Seaguard.

===The Greyjoys===

[[File:House_Greyjoy_Sigil.png|thumb|The Sigil of House Greyjoy. Art Credit to CK3AGOT team.]]

King Cragorn 'the Black Kraken' Greyjoy rallied a fleet of one hundred ships, placing Victarion Greyjoy and Todmar Goodbrother in command. Assembling warriors from across the Iron Isles, he called for plunder and glory in a campaign to establish dominion over the western shores of the Riverlands. Cragorn personally led the main assault on Eagleside, while Volmark forces were ordered to take Seaguard.

== The Mallisters ==

[[File:House Mallister Sigil.png|thumb|Arms of House Mallister. Words: 'Above the rest']]

Following the deaths of Meros, Cedric, Devyn, and Hobert Mallister during the campaign against Den Brove, Wilbert Mallister inherited the title of Lord of Seaguard. Young and inexperienced, he struggled to defend against the looming Ironborn threat. Despite his efforts, the Mallister fleet was overwhelmed by the superior numbers and coordination of the Iron Fleet. Resistance crumbled inland, with defenders falling back or being routed.

===The Mallisters===

[[File:House Mallister Sigil.png|thumb|Arms of House Mallister. Words: 'Above the rest']]

Following the deaths of Meros, Cedric, Devyn, and Hobert Mallister during the campaign against Den Brove, Wilbert Mallister inherited the title of Lord of Seaguard. Young and inexperienced, he struggled to defend against the looming Ironborn threat. Despite his efforts, the Mallister fleet was overwhelmed by the superior numbers and coordination of the Iron Fleet. Resistance crumbled inland, with defenders falling back or being routed.

==The War==

The campaign began with the naval clash between the Iron Fleet and the Mallister navy. The latter was swiftly defeated and sent to the depths. Landings at the Cape of Eagles met limited resistance, with Ironborn forces establishing strongholds along the coast. Cragorn began a prolonged siege of Eagleside, while scouts reported that a combined force under King Arik Mudd and King Vance was marching north.

==The ~~War==~~

Cragorn prepared for confrontation at a river ford, erecting barricades and underwater traps. As the Andal knights charged, they were bogged down and cut down by volleys of thrown axes and spears. The muddy terrain hindered the heavily armored Andal horsemen, while Ironborn shield walls pushed forward relentlessly. Todmar Goodbrother died in the melee but inflicted heavy losses.

The Rivermen ultimately retreated, and Eagleside fell. Cragorn then summoned additional forces to the Cape, expecting further retaliation. The Volmarks successfully captured Seaguard, completing the Ironborn conquest. With the city fallen, Wilbert Mallister gathered the remaining loyalists and fled to Oldstones, marking the end of Mallister rule over the Cape of Eagles.

==Aftermath==

The fall of Seaguard marked a devastating blow to House Mallister and the balance of power in the western Riverlands. House Mallister was driven into exile, and Ironborn control of the Cape of Eagles was firmly established. The campaign elevated King Cragorn’s prestige and consolidated Ironborn presence on the mainland. The power vacuum left by the Mallisters would spark further instability throughout the region.

== References ==

[[Category:Events]]

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 ==Background==
+In the years leading up to the campaign, the Riverlands were already in a weakened state. House Mudd and its allies, including House Mallister, had endured significant losses in ongoing conflicts against the Andal warlords. The brutal campaigns of Andahar 'the Depraved' Den Brove—including the occupation of Stillside in the Darry lands—resulted in the deaths of several Mallister lords during a failed rescue mission for Rowena Mudd. Lord Meros Mallister and his kin perished, and his young son Wilbert assumed lordship over Seaguard.
+At the same time, the Ironborn under King Cragorn Greyjoy remained largely dormant during the harsh winter months. As spring approached, Cragorn prepared a new campaign to strike at the mainland. Citing past scorn from House Mudd and the growing unity between Riverland houses, he declared his intent to retake the Cape of Eagles, launching the campaign that would become known as the Sinking of Seaguard.
 ===The Greyjoys===
 [[File:House_Greyjoy_Sigil.png|thumb|The Sigil of House Greyjoy. Art Credit to CK3AGOT team.]]
+King Cragorn 'the Black Kraken' Greyjoy rallied a fleet of one hundred ships, placing Victarion Greyjoy and Todmar Goodbrother in command. Assembling warriors from across the Iron Isles, he called for plunder and glory in a campaign to establish dominion over the western shores of the Riverlands. Cragorn personally led the main assault on Eagleside, while Volmark forces were ordered to take Seaguard.
+== The Mallisters ==
+[[File:House Mallister Sigil.png|thumb|Arms of House Mallister. Words: 'Above the rest']]
+Following the deaths of Meros, Cedric, Devyn, and Hobert Mallister during the campaign against Den Brove, Wilbert Mallister inherited the title of Lord of Seaguard. Young and inexperienced, he struggled to defend against the looming Ironborn threat. Despite his efforts, the Mallister fleet was overwhelmed by the superior numbers and coordination of the Iron Fleet. Resistance crumbled inland, with defenders falling back or being routed.
 ===The Mallisters===
 [[File:House Mallister Sigil.png|thumb|Arms of House Mallister. Words: 'Above the rest']]
+Following the deaths of Meros, Cedric, Devyn, and Hobert Mallister during the campaign against Den Brove, Wilbert Mallister inherited the title of Lord of Seaguard. Young and inexperienced, he struggled to defend against the looming Ironborn threat. Despite his efforts, the Mallister fleet was overwhelmed by the superior numbers and coordination of the Iron Fleet. Resistance crumbled inland, with defenders falling back or being routed.
+==The War==
+The campaign began with the naval clash between the Iron Fleet and the Mallister navy. The latter was swiftly defeated and sent to the depths. Landings at the Cape of Eagles met limited resistance, with Ironborn forces establishing strongholds along the coast. Cragorn began a prolonged siege of Eagleside, while scouts reported that a combined force under King Arik Mudd and King Vance was marching north.
-==The War==
+Cragorn prepared for confrontation at a river ford, erecting barricades and underwater traps. As the Andal knights charged, they were bogged down and cut down by volleys of thrown axes and spears. The muddy terrain hindered the heavily armored Andal horsemen, while Ironborn shield walls pushed forward relentlessly. Todmar Goodbrother died in the melee but inflicted heavy losses.
+The Rivermen ultimately retreated, and Eagleside fell. Cragorn then summoned additional forces to the Cape, expecting further retaliation. The Volmarks successfully captured Seaguard, completing the Ironborn conquest. With the city fallen, Wilbert Mallister gathered the remaining loyalists and fled to Oldstones, marking the end of Mallister rule over the Cape of Eagles.
 ==Aftermath==
+The fall of Seaguard marked a devastating blow to House Mallister and the balance of power in the western Riverlands. House Mallister was driven into exile, and Ironborn control of the Cape of Eagles was firmly established. The campaign elevated King Cragorn’s prestige and consolidated Ironborn presence on the mainland. The power vacuum left by the Mallisters would spark further instability throughout the region.
 == References ==
 [[Category:Events]]

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