In 101 AC, the sudden death of King Jaehaerys “the Conciliator” triggers a succession crisis. Instead of deciding the matter via great council as the Old King intended, his kin's ambitions go unchecked, and they call their banners. What follows is one of the most devastating wars in Westerosi history, lasting two years and decimating smallfolk and highborn alike. At its bloody conclusion, the weary survivors resolve the matter with a great council at Harrenhal. Th