Randyll Tarly

Randyll Tarly is the son of two members of House Tarly of which make him a member of and the current Lord of House Tarly.

A martinet, he became disappointed in his gentle, timid firstborn son Samwell and made several harsh attempts to engage him in manly, martial pursuits, but all to no effect. Eventually Melessa gave birth to a second son Dickon. As the two brothers grew up, it became apparent that Dickon would be the son that Randyll had wanted. Randyll left Samwell to his own devices until he approached adulthood. At that time, Randyll threatened to end Samwell's life if he did not join the Night's Watch, thereby nullifying his claim to the lordship of House Tarly.

Appearance
He is a lean and balding man with a short, bristly grey beard. He is a narrow man but iron willed, shrewd and capable.

Reputation
He is considered one of the finest battle commanders in Lucerne, and will often lead large armies despite his small personal forces.

Early History
A martinet, he became disappointed in his gentle, timid firstborn son Samwell and made several harsh attempts to engage him in manly, martial pursuits, but all to no effect. Eventually Melessa gave birth to a second son Dickon. As the two brothers grew up, it became apparent that Dickon would be the son that Randyll had wanted. Randyll left Samwell to his own devices until he approached adulthood. At that time, Randyll threatened to end Samwell's life if he did not join the Night's Watch, thereby nullifying his claim to Horn Hill.