All of Ned Stark's Battles (Game of Thrones) 

You forgot to mention when Barriston said to Ned that he saw him "cut down a dozen good knights at the Trident" That would indicate that Ned must have been at least competent enough to defeat multiple knights without getting injured.

Dont sleep on Ned. He followed the Art of War. He either postioned his forces to be able to win, as in the battle of the bells, the trident, or on pyke, or he positioned them so there need not be a battle, such as storms end, the throne room, and bear island. And the instructions he gave Catylen to prepare the north for war were also very good. Too bad he didnt understand liars as well as war.

Tywin Lannister- "What killed your father?" Arya Stark- "LOYALTY."

It’s crazy how many times I’ve heard about Robert’s rebellion and always enjoy it

I think Ned still had to have been a better swordsman than you’re making him out to be here. The three kings guard were probably the most skilled fighters in the seven kingdoms at that point alongside barristen selmy, Jaime Lannister, and Robert Baratheon. Given the hype surrounding those ladder three, it feels like they would have no problems dispatching 7 northern lords despite being outnumbered, so the fact that Ned and co. were actually able to come out on top should be a decently ranked accomplishment.

I always thought ned to be above average fighter, and that he was definitely better then most Lords

I think you’re selling Ned short saying that coming out alive against the kingsguard is basically nothing. Even if Reed saved him in the final second of the fight, managing to stay on his feet for the rest of the engagement indicates he was very skilled, given he was up against the finest swordsman of his generation and two other elite kingsguard.

I want a spin off of Roberts rebellion. I pretty sure there was gonna be one but it got cancelled. Something like this would clarify so much in the lore of GOT

You know how you know Ned is good. Selmy had respect for him and at least considered him a threat.

I think we will see more of Ned's skills in the 6th book, when Bran sees his father's past.

They did Ser Arthur Dayne and Ser Gerold Hightower a massive disservice in Game of Thrones. We did at least get to see the skill of the former but killing them so fast cheapens their reputation as 2 of the greatest knights in the seven kingdoms. Should have stretched that scene out more at the very least.

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“He was the better commander” Yeah I’d hope a good commander wouldn’t show up at a notoriously violent king’s castle with a retinue demanding retribution

I think perhaps the reason we know so little of Ned's role in the battles he fought is that Ned was a modest man. He rarely spoke of fighting, unlike Robert who loved to tell the tales of his victories.

Like your work, man, but I must say that this video seems to sell Ned VERY short. Ned was known to be a great warrior based on first hand observation. He performed well during the Greyjoy Rebellion and is said to have singlehandedly killed 12 knights at the Trident. Ned was well above average and was probably Kings Guard level - not the best of the Kings Guard, but middle of that pack. Elite.

I think during the rebellions, ned and jaime would have been far closer in skill than when they clash in kings landing. At that time, Ned was a battle hardened warrior as was Jaime. When they clash in Kings landing, Ned has been the lord of winterfell for 15 years, and Jaime was a kings guard knight who spent much of his time training and competing in tournament's.

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Jaime Lannister was also extremely skilled at the time of the tourney of Harrenhall, being touted as the next Ser Arthur Dayne.

I think maybe GRRM doesn't show off Ned's abilities/past victories on purpose. Ned is a humble, stoic, and loyal man. A man with these qualities would not boast about himself as Robert or Brandon did. Just because some characters are cocky and loud does not mean they are all they talk themselves up to be, nor does it mean the Quiet Wolf wasn't just as great a fighter as them. I guess we may never know, but i think it boils down to is being a show off does not equal superiority.

Last time I was this early Ned still had his head.

Being recognized by badass the bold, is something that many many warriors can't do. Being above average is an understatement

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Ned Stark is an exceptional commander - GG Martin ....he talked very highly on ned's tactical and strategical abilities ...Robert mentioned that ned and jon arren were the real ones who won the battle of trident ..excellent video good work

I think Ned is better than we give him credit for as he's basically always giving himself a handicap with his honour. Had he seen jaime throw bran out the window though... well lets just say jaime wouldn't have made it past the next episode, at least i dont think so.

You also could have mentioned how Sansa recalls that Bronze Yohn Royce beat him and Winterfells master at arms one after the other in the training yard

I disagree before Arthur dayne he killed another kingsguard Hightower I believe. Also ned killed plenty not as good as Jamie but in his league and he commanded army's he was a general a strategist Robert was in the vanguard ned commanded the army's ned fought duels with people who didn't surrender. Jousts are not a test of best fighters , melee is but man to man on foot is different

I think one of the best of them all " those who have swords and know how to use them but choose not too" Having the wisdom as a commander to win every battle with little casualties and not only survive but often times not even fight in the first place makes him one of the top dogs in my book

I just don't think we should use tournaments to scale skills, the only thing we know about Brandom in terms of fighting is that he almost killed Petyr Baelish. Same to Rhaegal, besides tournaments his only known fight was against Robert in the Trident. We might be able to scale Ned's skills after the events in the joy tower are completely revealed.

Ned is a gorgeous example of the charm that a mediocre person can have, he's not that charming, not that skilled, not that charismatic, but to all the ppl that know him he is the best

Anyone who hangs around Robert Baratheon that much pretty much has to be a really good fighter. I assume all that Ned and Robert did for years was train. If Ned was trash then Robert would have noticed right away and never respected Ned as much as he did. That’s my thoughts on it anyway.

Balon Greyjoy is literally the stupidest character in GOT. The first rebellion was what it was, he got a little ahead of himself and not only lost all of his sons except Theon, but also probably damaged the Iron Islands economy and military. The second rebellion though and his declaration as king completely lacked any sense. Also, why did he attack the Tully/Stark alliance instead of the Lannister/Tyrell alliance? Combined the lands of the Reach and the Westerlands were way more economically profitable to pillage or takeover than the more remote North. Euron definitely should have gotten the salt throne over this dumbass, at least he had the sense in the show to make an alliance with the Lannister’s. (I haven’t caught up with the books as I’m on book 1 right now, so I don’t know what book Euron does or has done yet.)

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I think I agree with your placement of his skill as a warrior. I do, however, think he was probably one of the best field commanders of his generation. Robb’s skill in that area at so young an age suggests he was mentored by a first rate general, and Ned would have been the one doing this.

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When I think of Bed I think he knew he'd never be his brother or Robert. I also think he chose this cause he saw the flaws in their devotion to more physical means of solving disputes. That being said he didn't survive 2 great wars on his mind alone. Like his father said "do your best not to get into fights, but if you must fight...Win." That's how I see him, a dutiful thinker who just wants a quiet life. But above all else is a family man, and father's can do things far beyond their skill in the protection of them.

I agree that Ned was never on the level of Dayne or Jaime, but I hate the idea that he was merely better than average. By the end of the rebellion, he would have had more battle experience than Brandon, both in command and combat. Correct me if I am wrong, but didn't he also have more experience than Jaime? GRRM basically says that the Dayne and Jaime were the best, but I think Ned was closer to them than he was to an average fighter. The fact that he doesn't like violence or showing off in tournaments like Brandon is not a weakness. Ned's strength seems like it was intentionally left ambiguous, and I see a lot of people assume this means he was nothing special, but I don't that is necessarily a valid assumption.

Lol I feel like when people talk about Arthur Dayne, they always mention How he can slay 5 people alone...... So add 2 other extremely talented knights they should've easily dispatched Ned and his men...... But they didn't, and I'm truly bummed out that Martin hasn't been clearer on that because it's disrespectful to think Ned Stark wasn't an above average swordsman.

You forgot the battle of Talavera where he and the chosen men captured an imperial eagle... wait... i think i have the wrong franchise

I don't know about Ned's swordsmanship, but he must have been a brilliant mind in tactics. His children all possess some form of excellence in leadership and strategy. They must have learned from one of the best. Too bad he was too honorable for his own good.

I like Ned he fought when he had to fight and really didn't care for violence. But he was a boy scout with notions about honor and it got him killed, in a different time period where men were more honorable he would've thrived, had he been a little bit more cutthroat like tywin or olenna he would've survived a little bit longer in the Game of Thrones.

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The illustration of Robert at 10:39 is SAVAGE

I always thought of Ned as a great commander, not a swordsman. Good warrior, but not great like some others, as he did not even enjoy fighting. It was more of a duty for him, but a duty done well. Kind of like Randyll Tarly, who is described as a great soldier and commander, yet not uses his valyrian sword in combat that often.

Best fighters in AGOT and ASOIAF Alive AGOT (Show): 1. Ser Gregor Clegane 2. Ser Jaime Lannister 3. Brienne of Tarth 4. Sandor Clegane 5. Oberyn Martell 6. Ser Barristan Selmy 7. Bronn of The Blackwater 8. Ser Loras Tyrell 9. Tormund Giantsbane 10. Syrio Forel Dead AGOT (Show): Ser Arthur Dayne would be first with Syrio knocked down to 11. Alive ASOIAF(Books): 1. Ser Gregor Clegane 2. Sandor Clegane 3. *Prime* Ser Barristan Selmy 4. Jon "Greatjon" Umber 5. Ser Lyle Crakehall 6. *Prime* Ser Jaime Lannister 7. Ser Garlan Tyrell 8. Areo Hotah 9. Victarion Greyjoy 10. Ser Archibald Yronwood (Brienne - although formidable with a sword - isn't even top 10. All of the above, including and especially Sandor, would make short work of her. I guess her skill on the show is fan service.) Dead ASOIAF(Books): 1. Prince Aemon "The Dragonknight" Targaryen 2. Ser Ryam Redwyne 3. Serwyn of the Mirror Shield 4. Prince Daemon Targaryen 5. Daemon I Blackfyre (Born Daemon Waters. Founder of House Blackfyre) 6. Aegon "The Conquerer" Targaryen 7. Ser Arthur Dayne 8. Ser Victor The Valiant 9. Lord Cregan Stark 10. *Prime* Robert Baratheon [Edit] Prime Ser Gerold Hightower replaced by Prime Robert Baratheon

Ned and Hester Tully led a calvary charge at the bells and he commanded the trident yes Robert won it but ned put Robert in position to kill raegar

Seen more than a few make video's underrating Eddard and not sure how you all make the same pitfalls for yourselves, Was Ned at the battle of the Bells ? Yes, Did he fight anyone ? Everyone scratches there head, Yet you said it yourself Robert gives him the victory of the battle even though there was more than just Eddard there and even his own contributions while wounded where not small, So why did he give it to Eddard ? Because he sat on his horse and looked pretty ? Aye because that's what North folk do right ? Umm no, Because he commanded his troops from the rear, Again that don't sound like Eddard dose it, A man of honor who is shown to lead men not just command them, Even in the thrown room Eddard enters first leading his men in, Tower of Joy he did not command 20 men to go there but lead 6 others, Eddard dose not just command but leads, So what was Eddard doing at the Bells ? He was leading and fighting and i do believe Barristan mentions Eddard cut down many fine knights, I will say that's show and i don't know if its mentioned in the books. But again another line might be in both, I don't compete because when i fight i don't want a man to know what i can do, He says that to Jamie and during the show only fight i think what they where trying to show is Ned is a smart fighter, Jamie, Arthur and Barristan are all pure talent fighters, Robert and Brandon where lovers of the art who had size strength and passion for it, Ned was a thinker, He said that line to Jamie as a warning, He had showed his strengths and his weaknesses to everyone as Jamie had won and lost tournaments and in the fight show only i think that's why Eddard looked so smug just before he got a spear to the leg, Books are different but i suspect had that went down in the books like that it would have surprised no one as Ned is never rattled by the so called greatest fighter in Westeros, In fact he seems the opposite, Jamie is a great fighter and i do think he could kill Eddard straight up 7 out of 10 times but I'd never say 10 out of 10 because Ned's conflicting story, He has fought in many battles yet has never been wounded why ? Most would automatically say because he leads from the rear, But if your observant even a little you'll see he dose not and he leads troops, So again why dose he never get wounded ? Yet Robert has ?Ned is a better fighter than he shows and he's not out for glory, Or the passion of it, He has no taste for it like Robert Brandon Jamie had and has, He want peace. Iron Islanders don't seem to hate Robert, But hate Eddard why ? My guess he cut down many of them and as injury to insult took there last prince with him as he left, Again pretty sure he walked out of there without been injured again, I guess he hid behind Rob and Jamie and Myr ? Maybe even the bald bear ? Lastly the Tower of Joy, 3 great warriors and from what you say 7 average warriors, Who wins ? Now Hightower and Whent ? should have been able to cut down all 7 with relative ease so with Arthur there that should have been a cake walk right ? But would you look at that, They died instead.. How ? GRRM forgets what he writes and that creates inconsistencies in his writings, Like the North has never actually been conquered by anyone bar the Starks, The weather is hard thus the people are too, They constantly have conflict with the Wildlings and where the only ones to stop the Andale's, But that was because of the neck, But that was because of the ports there ships would land, Yet they landed in the Vale a mostly mountain region, They could not land in a mostly snowy one ? Even the sisters did not use that excuse. The neck is marshlands that's not good for either side to fight on, North have an advantage as they know where to fight, But with the Andale numbers they could not overwhelm the North forces ? Hit from two ends there are many places the Andale's could land with there boats, Simply put they lost because warrior to warrior the North where tougher and knew there land better, The 2nd one funny enough is not the game changer as the Vale knew there land and still lost, But the north won when all overs eventually gave in or where defeated. North men are tough and yea that means Eddard, He was a tough but smart warrior who had watched his hero fight and had more than likely seen the others doing so too, The 7 men should have been cut down in moments, But where not only 2 survived and in the show i believe it dose show Eddard take out one man and then hold off Arthur long enough for Reed to kill Arthur, But here's the thing i don't doubt it went down like that, The group descended on the threat Arthur with Ned and Reed thinking smart and going after the other two, Buy luck or skill killed them then attacked Arthur as he mopped up the last of the warriors, Its more likely Reed took the lead trying to protect Ned and more than likely was cut down Eddard drawing Arthur before he could finish Reed off allowing Reed to use all his remaining strength to either save Eddard from a death blow or dealt the death blow to Arthur, That's the most likeliest of scenario's and it still shows Eddard as more than just an average sword fighter, The truth is Eddard was probably better than most and also more reserved than them to not boasting as he did not want war, Did not want to be a leader just wanted peace, He just wanted his sister back safe and sound. Eddard was a great fighter, But was he Elite ? No, I don't believe he could be dropped into a fight with Arthur, Barristan and or Jamie and win, Jamie is the bottom of that list just making it because even with all his boasting, Who has he killed ? Who has he beat worth note ? He himself has been defeated where as Eddard has not, Even Barristan can't say he's undefeated and in the show at least gives him praise for his skill, I'm inclined to believe this and if you look back maybe you'll see the same things I'm pointing out that may actually lead you to say, Well i never looked at it like that, Eddard was a marked man and fought a lot yes he was a good commander like Rob Stark, But he was also a really good fighter, He did not have the brawn, Or the pure talent, But he was skilled and smart, Just not politically lol

Ned is the most honourable man Westeros ever had

Its become a bit of a popular trope among 'book' loyalists to constantly point out 'ned was never portrayed to be that good of a fighter'. Having read the books and watched the show, this is something that erks me. Firstly, ned wields a greatsword. To wield a greatsword even mildly effectively you have to be a monster of a man. Second, as you eluded to in this video, ned survived battles without taking any injuries. DO YOU KNOW HOW UNBELIEVABLY DIFFICULT THAT IS. Saying ned survived a battle without taking injury but didnt distinguish himself shows a massive gap in understanding of what a battle is actually like. Ned never valued killing, it was a duty. He never bragged about it or saught it. Robert wanted any excuse to fight and saw it as the ultimate glory. Ned might not have been the greatest swordsman in the realm but he was a damn good fighter and a complete beast of a man

Ned was a underrated fighter (created by himself) and I believe Jaime was overrated.Skill or not where does Jaime really show skill.A couple of merits but not as much as his boastful self proclaims.

I think if Ned grew up to be wise and brutishly strong, like the lovechild of Mountain and Viper, he would wield The Ice on the battlefield. What a vehemently putrid sight for his enemies. Psychological apprehension of the highest order. Ned would be called an elite even without fighting.

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In the TV series Ned fought well against Ser Arthur Dayne and Jaime Lannister both regarded as the best of their era. Ned is a determined fighter with decent skill, he was eventually disarmed against a fully armoured Ser Arthur Dayne who had 2 swords but he put a good show in before that against someone far better than him. Most of his skill was in politics having the North back him and being close allies with King Robert.

Ya ok. It amazes me how content creators are so "attracted" to Jamie Lannister and Sir Arthur Dayne over Ned. George Martin never said they were better than Ned. Ned is far better than all fighters. Stop listening to these crying content creators.

Rhaegar is the best? Is that why he died when it came to real combat?

Ned was never hyped up as a great fighter. Ned's strength was in his character.

*Never wanted to become king* *But was made king* *Never wanted to be a bastard* *But was true heir to throne* *Never wanted to kill his both love* *But was made to kill* *Never wanted to go to wall again* *But sent again and punished* *"A man like jon snow is born once in a thousand year"*

I don't know how skilled Ned would be in a one on one honor fight and I think that is a deliberate part of his character. Jamie is a preening peacock who views sword play as a game and a point of pride and boast. Ned is not a knight, he is a serious man from a harsh land where death comes for you quickly enough without brawling with drunks over hurt feelings. If he were not a man you could trust in a fight Robert would not have been his friend for long. I'm not saying he was an amazing fighter, but just because no living person willing to talk has witnessed you killing doesn't mean you haven't done any. Mormont saw him in a fight and decided to leave the continent instead of facing him. Whether it was for fear of his life or having too much respect for Ned and too much shame for his crime to fight him isn't that important, either way it says quite a bit. Jamie was given his spot on the kings guard out of spite for his father, and he was a boy who was now surrounded by the legendary fighters he grew up admiring. I doubt he ever had any real idea about how he stacked up against these men who were obligated to keep him alive. Arrogance and immaturity are not ingredients for a great warrior, at least in the show he seemed to learn some humility and responsibility eventually.

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I feel like you're downplaying Robert Baratheon's skill by a lot. Yeah he was big and strong but he was also very fast and wielded a practical weapon for armored combat. He may not have been the most skilled but he was up there with the legends and you better pay respect my man.

I think George under sales ned he ahs shown in the books and the show that he can be an elite swordsman his feats kind of prove it

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People should read the dance of the dragons and learn about the brutality of northerners , Ned was definitely a very good warrior

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I think Ned is a lot better than appears but he is more the general than the warrior. Ned was never someone to seek glory. He would train but not boost of prowess. I think there are subtle hints at his ability like how Robert while riding with him wanted to have some fun and ride how they “used to” which implies he was a good horse rider. Ned was able to travel by himself through enemy territory from Targaryen supporters through the vale which sure he acquired some help but went through unscathed.

Your wrong about tower of joy , not about the skills part 3 kingsguard against seven lords is a fair fight and ned gave Howland the credit the stories are Chinese whispers

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1:19 why does the book have such an ugly picture of ned

My theory is how land reed warged into Arthur dayne to save Ned and that’s why he can’t talk about it, he would be killed for being a warg and it was a dishonorable way for Arthur dayne to die

Didn't Bronze Yohn take Edd and Rodrick at the same time and beat them both down?

Arthur Dayne > Ned > Everyone else

I think Dayne, Hightower & Whent were sent to the wall Arthur Dayne is Mance Rayder, Gerold Hightower is Tormund Giantsbane and Corryn Halfhand is Lord Whent. Look at how when Mance was Glamored as the Lord of Bones he whipped Jon Snow's (one of the best swordsman in 7Kingdoms) ass

Arguably the most beloved character on GoT... Yet is the character who gets Sh^t on the most. Odd no?

I think making it through an entire war with no injuries definitely speaks to one’s capabilities

When did they say who won the melee at harrenhall I thought it was still unknown in the books

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Ned was a good sword, but a much better war statistician. He would of been killed by any of those 3 king's guard in single combat, no question

I also think it's a bit hard to assess the skill of the soldiers of the past, because people tend to remember the dead - especially the ones they like - with an almost legendary status that not necessarilly correponds to the truth.. We hear from Ser Arthur Dayne, for exemple, from Jayme Lannister - who was knighted by him - and from Ned Stark - who has very fond memories of the man, and, as you noted yourself, wasn't as skilled as people think. Was Arthur as invincible as people think? Even Jayme, who lost his hand and his skill with the sword, still makes men terrified, even if they should know that, by logic, they can, now take him on. Ser Beric Dondarrion is remembered as a great knight, but he lost countless times and was just lucky that he had someone to ressurect him... Idk, I think it's kinda pointless to speculate on these things. In the end, the myth about these men will always be bigger than themselves. Also, we know from stories like Ser Jorah that sometimes an inferior knight with a boost of confidence can perform better than his normal, and, as any professional player can tell you, consistency is more important than one time feats.

Ned is still skilled nonetheless you dnt win a rebellion whilst leading men at 18 or 20 cnt recall and not be a skilled warrior, maybe nt the best lyk arthur dayne but very skilled nonetheless.

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Seems that Ned had the respect of his peers and would have trained with them. You touched on it early on. Brandon and Robert were guys that he most likely trained along with during his youth and beyond, so my assumption is that he was at worst at least competent enough to hold his own with them. Perhaps 2nd tier, but competent. Also, as stated by other comments, his "job" wasn't to necessarily have to fight as a soldier/warrior, but rather to be a commander leading armies. I honestly think, if Ned was watching this clip, he would laugh at the notion of ranking his skills. He obviously had no interest in joisting or other "swinging dick" type actions. That was Robert's personality.

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Can a video of a list of Targaryen wars

like fighting skills, not continuously training and sparring will result in lesser skill... that's just logic the concept of Ned not actively drilling or training in his spare time and suddenly on the battlefield he's taking out a thousand people is mere "fantasy" the same people who don't get it think a film like "shang chi" is "real fighting" lmao

Brittany said he saw Ned cut down a dozen great knights. That's all I need to here. Ned is under-rated

I think the show did a good job putting his strength in a good balance. He could hold his own better than some but was smart enough to not do it alone because he openly acknowledges his own abilities. His fight with Jamie lanester looked like they were on par but you can see Ned is giving it his all while Jamie wasn’t being nearly as serious before they were interrupted showing he was enjoying a real challenge. Ned said himself, he’s a soldier. :-)

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I think Eddard skill could be spotted both on the traits of Jon snow amd Robb stark. Robb being the firstborn it would make sense that he was trained by Ned to rule, command and keep the north unified. He was smart enough no not take the bait on dueling Jaime after the battle of the whispering woods but still managed to pull out victories, his sole Great mistake was breaking his oath and marry a nurse. With jon snow its the same thou at first he was hateful of being a peasant in the wall, he eventually started training and helping his fellow watchers. Eventually he grew to have the title of being a great fighter as well.

Ned defeated the Lord Commander of the kings guard while they were in single combat. And Barriston Himself said he saw Ned cut down several great knights on The Trident. Obviously we know he wasn't better than Arthur Danr and not on the level of Barriston Selmy, The Hound, or Jamie Lannister. He may not be a Top 5 fighter but I'd bet ANYTHING he was a Top 15 for sure.

For you to say "Jamie would have easily taken out Ned" Disregarding that Ned fought and won against the most skilled and trained fighters; Ser Arthur Dane (the best knight of the 7 kindgoms), Ser Gerold Hightower (a veteran, highly experienced) , & Ser Oswell Whent that's just foolish for you to say. Especially when he went with just a small party and the only Lord was Lord Howlen Reed with him. Tbh this whole video just sounds like you're hating....

I feel Ned was a commander, rather than a front line warrior

I don’t disagree with the placing of Ned , I disagree with how many tiers you have , I would say Best Swordsmen of all time status - Selmy , Dane , Jaime Best in the kingdoms - Brandon stark , Robert Baratheon Best of high lords - Ned stark Regular high lords - Low lords - Average trained knight - Average infantry men- Scrub -

I also think Neds fighting capabilities were probably nothing to write home about. Because there was never much talk about it before he got his hero status and was just a second born son. And that's odd because being a competent warrior would have been a very viable "career path" for him before he became Lord of Winterfell. I also don't think Rhaegar was necessarily any good at fighting beyond looking good in tournaments. While he won, those were competitions where everyone would be very interested in sucking up to the royal family. And no one wanted to be the one who cut the crown prince's face in half. So every contest he was in would have been super orderly and by the book with points awarded after. And you know he would be the kind of person who was totally nerding for points.

Can you do one on Stannis? I think he would be underrated.

Rhaegar got Arthur Dwayne to take a dive so he could crown Leanna during the tourney barristan implys rhaegar didn't trust him to take a dive he hesitates and tells danerys rhaegar never won many joists and he never loved the song of swords he was never a great jouster!!! He just wanted to be able to crown Leanna the queen of love and beauty

Ned should have given Jamie a fist bump for killing the King. Areys had Ned's father and brother brutally killed, then called for Ned and Robert's head to be delivered to him from Jon Arryn. Ned should have wanted Areys dead more than anyone. Instead Ned gets mad about Jamie sitting on the throne.