Jaehaerys III Targaryen

King Jaehaerys III Targaryen born as the son of Daeron III Targaryen and Naera Velaryon in 451AC. He had an elder sister Daenerys. Unlike his father, Jaehaerys was a dragonrider. His dragon was Nightfyre, a creature blessed with black scaly and gray eyes.

Appearance and Character
Much like his father, Jaehaerys loved to participate on tourneys. Some says he was much better than his father.

Jaehaerys spend a lot of time with his dragon Nightfyre and his sister, Daenerys. He was very friendly and made many friends with a little effort. The people enjoyed the company of Jaehaerys and everyone knew that when his time comes, he won't let them down. His charismatic disposition and kindness made him very similar to his ancient predecessor, Jaehaerys I.

History
As a child, he was very strong, healthy and rarely sick boy. His father spend a lot of time with him to teach the way of ruling. In 463AC he ascended the Iron Throne at age 12. The regent's rule was not necessary, so at age of 12 he started his reign over the Seven Kingdoms.

In 465AC he took Princess Daenerys as his wife, securing the Targaryen bloodline. That year the firstborn child of King Jaehaerys III was born, and he was named Aegon. One year later Prince Maelor was born and two years later Prince Aemon was born. The spread trough Westeros as the new heirs were born.

Jaehaerys III Targaryen named his aunt (and secret lover) Elaena Targaryen his Hand, making her the first female Hand of the King. But it was a short time, because Elaena passed away after 2 years in service. Jaehaerys then named Lord Rodrick Tarly his new Hand. Lord Rodrick served well and he became one of the most loyal and supporting friend of King Jaehaerys III.

In 470 he fought in the war of the "Three Brothers", wich took place in the Riverlands for Riverrun between Garol Tully, Jason Tully and Devon Tully. The King fought beside Lord Garol who was the rightful heir of Riverrun. Lord Tully's younger brothers claimed that they are the rightful Lords of Riverrun. The rebellion was brief, for only Nightfyre's appearance was enough for the usurpers to lay down their swords.

In the great summer sickness the King not only lost his mother, but his two eldest sons Aegon and Maelor in 473AC. The events broke the king's heart.

After these event, Jaehaerys needed to look after his only son Aemon. He spend most of his time talking to his son and telling him the story of the great kings of Westeros.

In 483 Prince Aemon and Lady Jessa Stark married at Summerhall. A year later, Princess Gael was born as the first grandchild of the king.

Jaehaerys felt safe, as his bloodline was secured.

In 485AC, the king passed away, leaving a whole in the realm of men. Jaehaerys was always kind hearted and a good leader. King Jaehaerys Targaryen third of his name, ruled over 23 years.