Words by Matt Jarvis
THRONES OF BLOOD
The Iron Throne, the iconic power seat of the land of Westeros in the A Song of Ice and Fire books, is said to be made from thousands of swords and knives fused together by dragonfire. Even generations after it’s first forged by Aegon I ‘the Conqueror’ Targaryen, the blades are still sharp – legend has it that those who suffer cuts while sitting are unworthy of the chair. As far as symbolising the conflict and bloodshed required to ascend to the throne and the constant threats once ruler, it’s hardly subtle – but it is mighty effective.