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Benjen Stark

Benjen Stark

Benjen Stark is Eddard's younger brother, and a member of the Night's Watch.

Name:
Benjen Stark
Publisher:
Real name:
Benjen Stark
Aliases:
  • Ben Stark
  • First Ranger
Birth date:
None
Gender:
Male
Powers:
  • Agility
  • Leadership
  • Stamina
  • Swordsmanship
  • Tracking
First issue:
George R.R. Martin's A Game of Thrones (2011) #2
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Origin

In the frigid and unforgiving lands of the North, Benjen Stark, a member of House Stark of Winterfell, was born into a noble family steeped in tradition and honor. He was the younger brother of Eddard Stark, who would later become Lord of Winterfell. Raised within the ancient and noble halls of Winterfell, Benjen's early life was marked by the values and responsibilities befitting his noble birth.

From a young age, Benjen was instilled with a deep sense of duty and honor, which were the core tenets of House Stark. As the younger brother of the future Lord of Winterfell, his path in life was one of service and loyalty. As custom dictated, he was groomed to eventually take the black and join the Night's Watch, a sworn brotherhood tasked with defending the Wall, the northernmost boundary of the Seven Kingdoms.

It was his unwavering commitment to his duty that led Benjen to embrace his destiny as a member of the Night's Watch. He left the comforts of his ancestral home, the warmth of Winterfell, and the camaraderie of his family to join the austere life at Castle Black. His vigil at the Wall marked the beginning of a lifelong dedication to protecting the realm from the threats lurking beyond it.

As Benjen Stark embarked on his journey to the Wall, he left behind a legacy of honor, loyalty, and devotion to his family and the North. His character and sense of duty would continue to play a significant role in the unfolding events of the Seven Kingdoms, including the dangerous and enigmatic challenges that lay beyond the Wall.

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