Elia Martell
| Character | |
|---|---|
| Name: | Elia Martell |
| Occupation: | Princess |
| Relationships: | Unnamed Princess of Dorne (mother), Doran Martell (brother), Oberyn Martell (brother), Aegon Targaryen (son), Rhaenys Targaryen (daughter), Lewyn Martell (uncle) |
| Fandom: | A Song of Ice and Fire, Game of Thrones |
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Elia Martell is a fictional character in the series A Song of Ice and Fire. She does not have her own perspective, but appears through reflections and memories of other people.
Canon
Elia Martell was a Princess of Dorne who was married to Rhaegar Targaryen. She was known to have poor health. Elia bore two children: Rhaenys Targaryen and Aegon Targaryen. Elia and her children were killed by Gregor Clegane during the sack of King's Landing in Robert's Rebellion. As a result, the Martell family bears a significant grudge towards the royal family, resulting in several actions such as Oberyn Martell fighting with Gregor Clegane.
Fandom
Very little is known about Elia Martell, even though she was heavily involved in pre-series events and her death triggered several events. She is often included as part of The Dead Ladies Club as a result of this information gap.
Fanworks and Tropes
- Elia Lives AU: This explores what would happen if Elia Martell survived the sack of King's Landing.
- Elia Marries Someone Else : In series, Oberyn Martell notes that he made fun of Elia's suitors, resulting in her marrying Rhaegar Targaryen. This expands what happened if Elia had married a non-royal suitor instead.
- Everybody Lives: Discusses what would happen if everyone lived, such as Lyanna being made an official mistress, what this would do with succession, and so forth.
Shipping
- Elia Martell/Lyanna Stark: This ship pairs Rhaegar Targaryen's wife and mistress, cutting him from the equation.
- Elia Martell/Rhaegar Targaryen: This canonical ship explores the relationship between these spouses.