: After Robert's sudden death, Ned is betrayed and executed for treason by the boy-king Joffrey, sparking a widespread civil war known as the War of the Five Kings. 3. The War of the Five Kings
The current state of Westeros was forged 15 years before the series begins during a civil war known as Robert’s Rebellion . Game of Thrones: The Story So Far
: Following the death of Jon Arryn , King Robert travels to Winterfell to ask his oldest friend, Ned Stark , to serve as his Hand of the King. : After Robert's sudden death, Ned is betrayed
: The "Mad King" Aerys II Targaryen executed Lyanna's father and brother, prompting Eddard "Ned" Stark and Robert Baratheon to lead a rebellion. : Following the death of Jon Arryn ,
: Defend King Joffrey’s (and later Tommen’s) claim to the throne.
: Led by Robb Stark , the North secedes and fights for independence and justice for Ned.