Joramun of the Redsmiths

Joramun of the Redsmiths was a chieftain and leader of the Redsmith clan until the year 382 AC. He aimed to wed his daughter to the Lord of the Vale, Roland Arryn, but was betrayed and slain during the events of the Crisis of the Crescent.

History
Joramun was known for his skill as a hunter and a fighter in his youth, having won his position as chieftain after besting the previous leader of the clan in single combat. He was a serious man, his features ever somber, but he had a genuine love for both his people and his only daughter, Valla. For many years he led them faithfully, expanding the power of the Redsmiths and reinforcing their status as one of the preeminent clans of the Mountains.

It soon came to pass that Roland Arryn came into his power, and began to make overtures to the clans in hopes of making common cause. Many of the chieftains were wary, unwilling to trust low-land lords, but Joramun saw the opportunity that came with alliance - his own rule having flourished thanks to trade and careful stewardship.

After years of work, the integration between the Redsmiths and the Arryns was well underway. After the death of Roland's first wife, Alyssa, Joramun proposed a replacement to his ally -- the hand of Valla Redsmith.

Crisis
Roland agreed to the union, but the marriage shocked and infuriated many of his vassals. They began to plot with one another under the command of Alaric Arryn, who soon formed a group of Lords Declarant and aimed to remove Roland from power, or at the very least end his alliance with the Redsmiths.

They struck during the wedding, killing Roland though Valla was able to escape. Joramun was captured along with many of his warriors, warleaders, and fellow chiefs. They were imprisoned by Alaric, and kept in chains for several days, as the Arryn moved to secure his position as the new Lord of the Eyrie.

Death
After he had been confirmed by the last surviving members of Roland's branch, Alaric Arryn turned his attention to the captives from the Mountains. It did not take long for him to come to a decision - he ordered them executed, one and all. They were dragged out to the lake, not far from where Roland and Valla had nearly wed, and there each man had his throat cut ignominiously -- save for Joramun, who Alaric beheaded himself.