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Why did they kill Doran Martell?
He was the older brother of Elia and Oberyn Martell, and the father of Trystane Martell. He was murdered along with his heir, Trystane, by Ellaria Sand and the Sand Snakes in an act of retaliation for his inaction against House Lannister for their crimes against Dorne.
Who plays Trystane Martell?
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Toby Sebastian is an English actor best known for his role as Trystane Martell in the HBO series.
Where is Dorne based on?
Spain
According to author George R.R. Martin, Dorne is loosely inspired by Spain, particularly the south’s Moorish heritage, which culturally sets it apart from the rest of the country and of Western Europe.
Who will rule Dorne?
The current ruler of Dorne (when House Martell is fully introduced in Season 5) is Prince Doran Martell, who has been the head of House Martell for many years.
Why does Doran Martell want to kill Myrcella?
Doran Martell warns Ser Arys Oakheart that there are many hot-headed Dornishmen who may try to kill Myrcella, either as a payback for Oberyn’s death or in order to ignite a war between Dorne and the Lannisters. In the beginning of the fourth novel, the three Sand Snakes confront Doran, demanding an act of revenge, and tell him their plans.
What happened to Myrcella Baratheon?
The Assassination of Myrcella Baratheon is an event late in the War of the Five Kings, orchestrated by Ellaria Sand and the Sand Snakes in an attempt to draw Dorne into conflict with House Baratheon of King’s Landing as revenge against Cersei Lannister for her role in the death of Oberyn Martell.
What is tytyene’s plan for Myrcella?
Tyene’s plan is the only one that involves Myrcella, and does not include harming her: they will crown Myrcella, who is the legal heir of the Iron Throne according to the Dornish law. That act will provoke the Lannisters and Tyrells to declare war against Dorne.
What happened to Oberyn Martell in Game of Thrones?
One of the three judges, Prince Oberyn Martell of Dorne, volunteers to be his champion, mainly for a chance at revenge against Ser Gregor Clegane, the Crown’s Champion who previously murdered Oberyn’s sister, Elia Martell, and her two children during the Sack of King’s Landing. Though he puts up a good fight, Oberyn is brutally murdered.