In Kings Landing the Lannisters grow paranoid as events begin to unfold. The North and the Riverlands ally and attempt to bring the Vale in on the war. Stannis broods on Dragonstone choosing to not forsake the seven. Renly prepares to claim the Iron Throne along with his Tyrell bride. Across the Narrow Sea the reminants of Old Valyria plot to reclaim the Throne with Fire and Blood.