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Arryns

Arryns refers to the members of the Arryn family, a noble house in the fictional world created by George R. R. Martin for A Song of Ice and Fire. The Arryns rule the Vale from the fortress known as the Eyrie. Their sigil is a falcon over a blue moon on a pale blue field; their motto is As High as Honor. The name is commonly used to denote individual family members as Arryns.

Historically, the Arryns trace their line to the early feudal era in the Vale and established the

Notable Arryns include Jon Arryn, Hand of the King; Lysa Arryn, Lady of the Vale; and Robin

Outside the fictional universe, Arryns is primarily encountered as a surname in fan communities and speculative

Eyrie
as
their
seat.
As
a
major
noble
house,
they
wield
influence
in
the
region,
with
the
title
of
Warden
or
ruler
of
the
Vale
in
various
periods.
They
are
known
for
cautious
diplomacy
and
a
strong
emphasis
on
the
Vale’s
defense
and
independence.
Arryn,
Lord
of
the
Vale
during
the
later
periods
depicted
in
the
series.
Their
leadership
and
dynastic
marriages
shape
much
of
the
political
landscape
of
the
Vale
in
the
storyline.
fiction.
The
spelling
Arryns
is
commonly
used
in
fan
wikis,
discussions,
and
fan
fiction
to
refer
to
multiple
members
of
House
Arryn
and
their
roles
within
the
in-world
history.