Why did Robb have to marry a Frey?

He was originally supposed to marry a Frey for exactly what you say – a political alliance. He needed their keep to be able to pass between the Northern lands and the Southern lands (Kings Landing).

Who is responsible for the red wedding?

The event is orchestrated by its host, Lord Walder Frey, as revenge for Robb’s breaking of a marriage pact he made with House Frey, and Walder’s conspirator, Lord Roose Bolton.

Did the Lannisters plan the Red Wedding?

The Red Wedding was planned by Tywin Lannister, who persuaded Roose Bolton and Walder Frey to break their allegiance to Robb. That’s why you can hear The Rains of Castamere as a prelude to the Red Wedding… it’s basically the Lannister theme song.

Why did Walder Frey betray Robb?

Lord Walder Frey exacted the ultimate revenge against the King in the North for breaking his pact to marry one of the Frey daughters — slaughtering all of the honored guests at the make-up nuptials between Edmure Tully and Roslin Frey. Robb’s death alone wasn’t enough to satisfy Lord Frey’s thirst for vengeance.

Who killed Robb Stark in the books?

Books. King Robb Stark was the eldest son of Eddard Stark and Catelyn Tully, as well as the husband of Jeyne Westerling. He was looked up to by his brother, Bran Stark, and was good friends with Theon Greyjoy and his half brother Jon Snow. Robb was killed at the Red Wedding by Roose Bolton.

Did Tywin know about the Red Wedding?

Some people seem to think that Tywin engineered the red wedding, but that is wrong. On the Tyrion chapter after the red wedding, it’s quite clear that he recieved a letter from Walder Frey explaing the plan and the price that he had to pay (which was rather low) and Tywin answered yes. He planned nothing.

How many times has Walder Frey been married?

Over the years, this great stone bridge and the castles that control it have made House Frey a fortune in crossing fees. Lord Walder has been married seven times and is almost ninety years old when the series begins.

What happens to Arya and Walder’s daughters?

An alliance is formed; in return for permission to cross and the service of Walder’s troops, Robb will marry one of Walder’s daughters or granddaughters, whichever he likes. Additionally Arya, when recovered, will marry Walder’s son Waldron. Robb must also take another son, Olyvar Frey, as a squire.

What happened to Walder Frey in Game of Thrones?

Walder Frey’s dominion over the Riverlands is weakened when Brynden Tully, Edmure Tully’s uncle and a veteran of the War of the Ninepenny Kings, reclaims Riverrun from the Freys with what remains of House Tully’s armies. Walder furiously chastises his sons following the Tully’s capture of Riverrun.

What did Lord Walder do to the Starks?

When the King in the North and his entourage arrive, Lord Walder offers them his hospitality, but cannot keep himself from mocking Robb over his broken oath, insulting Queen Talisa and leering over her. Later, he oversees the wedding of Edmure and Roslin, and the following feast. Walder watches in glee as his men massacre the Starks.