Who is Brynden Rivers?

Also known as Bloodraven, he was one of the Great Bastards of King Aegon IV Targaryen. Here is how he became one of the most powerful and influential men in Westeros...

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Brynden Rivers, also known as Bloodraven, was one of the Great Bastards of King Aegon IV Targaryen. He was born to King Aegon IV and his mistress, Lady Melissa Blackwood. Brynden was famous for his distinctive appearance, including his white hair, red eye, and a large red birthmark that covered much of his face, which led to his n…