lady Samantha tarly

Samantha was the daughter of Lord Donald Tarly and Lady Jeyne Rowan. She was the second wife of Lord Ormund Hightower, head of House Hightower and a supporter of the greens during the Dance of the Dragons. Lord Ormund died at the First Battle of Tumbleton in 130 AC. According to Mushroom, the fifteen-year-old Lord Lyonel Hightower was infatuated with his father's widow, who was only two years older than the young lord, but Samantha refused his advances. House Hightower declined King Aegon II Targaryen's demand for new armies after the Moon of the Three Kings. During the False Dawn, Lord Corlys Velaryon attempted to make peace between the warring factions. Lord Lyonel initially reacted angrily to the Sea Snake's offer, but Samantha allegedly persuaded her step-son to agree to the Corlys's terms by allowing Lyonel to seduce her and promising to marry him if he made peace. Sam was related to the Tarlys and Rowans, houses which supported the blacks of Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen. Munkun believes that Lord Hightower accepted the terms because of the end to Tyrell neutrality, however.
Lord Lyonel announced his intention to marry his father's widow, but the reigning High Septon forbade the union as a form of incest. However, Lyonel kept Samantha as his paramour for thirteen years and fathered six children on her. Lyonel and Lady Sam attended the coronation of King Aegon III Targaryen and his wedding to Queen Jaehaera Targaryen, with their presence being so great a scandal that the High Septon refused to travel with them.

Relations between the Hightowers and the Faith of the Seven soured when the High Septon commanded Lady Sam to remove herself from her step-son's bed and take vows as a silent sister as penance. When she refused, the High Septon condemned her as a shameless fornicator and forbade her to set foot in the Starry Sept until she repented. Instead, Samantha mounted a warhorse and burst into the Starry Sept as the High Septon was leading prayer, claiming that while she could not set foot there, the High Septon had said nothing of her horse's hooves, and commanded her men to close the doors, as the sept should be closed to all if it was closed for her. Though the High Septon grew furious, he had no choice but to relent. After the death of Queen Jaehaera in 133 AC, Lady Sam wrote a letter proposing that Aegon III take two wives: her sister Sansara, and Lord Lyonel's sister, Bethany. Samantha also appended the names of thirty-one other maidens from Houses Ambrose, Beesbury, Cobb, Costayne, Florent, Grimm, Hightower, Redwyne, and Varner who might be suitable as queens. According to Mushroom, Sam offered to suggest the names of boys as well if Aegon were interested, but no other chronicles mention this postscript, and the letter has been lost to history. lyonel and Sam hosted Lord Alyn Velaryon when he stopped at Oldtown during his voyage toward the Iron Islands in 133 AC. Alyn became a close friend of the pair due to the courtesy he showed Sam. Lady Sam protected Lotho Rogare after the fall of House Rogare. The Hightowers remained extremely wealthy as they had not entrusted any of their gold to Lys before the Rogare Bank ran dry. Lotho helped Sam found the prosperous Bank of oldtown.

Lady Samantha Tarly is described as a tall and slender woman with fair skin, long flowing red hair, and striking blue eyes. She carries herself with an air of grace and elegance, often seen wearing flowing gowns in rich colors and delicate jewelry. Her features are delicate and refined, with high cheekbones and a soft, gentle smile that lights up her face. She is known for her beauty and poise, often turning heads wherever she goes.

Lady Samantha Tarly is a gentle and kind-hearted individual who exudes grace and elegance in everything she does. She is known for her warmth and compassion towards others, always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. Samantha is also incredibly intelligent and well-spoken, often engaging in stimulating conversations on a wide range of topics. Despite her privileged background, she remains down-to-earth and approachable, making her a beloved figure among her peers. Overall, Lady Samantha Tarly's personality is a perfect blend of humility, intelligence, and kindness.

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