Thread: Is there not a Game of Thrones thread? *SPOILERS*

Originally Posted by HORSEPOWER 56

Lyanna was kidnapped by Rhaegar after she was betrothed to Robert Berathian. That's what started the whole rebellion to overthrow Aerys (the mad king) started by Robert. John Snow was the product of rape by Rhaegar of Lyanna. Technically, that makes Danaerys John's aunt. Robert killed Rhaegar during the rebellion.

That's the story Ned told his family. We also know Ned wasn't exactly truthful about everything that happened.