Stannis Baratheon aligns with the Red Priestess Melisandre, using dark magic to eliminate his brother and rival, Renly.
Melisandre gives birth to a shadow creature that assassinates Renly Baratheon .
Betrays the Starks to seize Winterfell, seeking his father's approval but ultimately losing everything.
Joffrey (Baratheon/Lannister), Robb Stark, Stannis Baratheon, Renly Baratheon, and Balon Greyjoy all declare themselves king or seek independence.
