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Mortality of Monarchs in the Seven Kingdoms

A statistical analysis of the fates of rulers within the fictional world of Westeros, as depicted in the A Song of Ice and Fire series and its television adaptation.

Categorization of Rulers

The term "king" encompasses various titles and levels of authority throughout the narrative, including those who hold the Iron Throne, regional kings, and other powerful figures who effectively govern.

Deaths by Cause

The demise of these individuals can be categorized by various means: assassination, war, natural causes, execution, and other circumstances. Specific examples are detailed below.

Assassination and Political Violence

  • Detailed descriptions of instances where rulers were killed through planned acts of violence, including the names of the rulers and the perpetrators if known.
  • Analysis of the political motivations behind these assassinations, and their impact on the overall narrative.

Deaths in Warfare

  • Discussion of rulers who perished in battles, sieges, or other military conflicts.
  • Examination of the battles themselves and their significance within the broader context of the conflict.

Natural Causes and Illness

  • Instances of rulers who died due to disease, old age, or other natural causes.
  • Exploration of the role of health and mortality within the power dynamics of the Seven Kingdoms.

Executions and Legal Deaths

  • Examples of rulers who met their end through legal processes or judicial executions.
  • Contextualization of the legal framework or the circumstances surrounding the executions.

Data Compilation and Methodology

This analysis is compiled from primary sources, including the novels and the television series, with attention given to potential discrepancies between the two adaptations. The data is categorized to present a clear and comprehensive understanding of the mortality patterns among rulers.

Limitations

The analysis is restricted to those figures generally recognized as rulers or heads of significant power within the narrative. Minor or disputed claims to leadership are excluded.