Barristan Selmy's Loyalty

Barristan serves Daenerys faithfully, even after her disappearance, and takes charge of Meereen's defense.

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Dismissal by Hizdahr

Dismissal by Hizdahr The New King Hizdahr zo Loraq becomes king and replaces Barristan with pit fighters as his guards. Barristan is sidelined. The Investigation Barristan suspects Hizdahr of poisoning Daenerys. He begins to plot against him. The Alliance with Skahaz Barristan allies with Skahaz mo Kandaq to overthrow Hizdahr.

The Coup

The Coup The Arrest Barristan arrests Hizdahr, accusing him of treason. He kills Khrazz, Hizdahr's pit fighter guard. The Council Barristan forms a council to rule Meereen. He prepares for war against Yunkai. The Responsibility Barristan becomes the de facto ruler. He must hold the city together until Daenerys returns.

The Battle Plans

The Battle Plans The Strategy Barristan plans to break the siege of Meereen. He prepares for a decisive battle. The Signal He orders a beacon to be lit to signal the attack. The fate of Meereen hangs in the balance. The Waiting Barristan waits for the Green Grace to return from negotiations. He is ready to fight.

after Daenerys's marriage

late in the book

end of the book