The war among these contenders is dubbed the War of the Five Kings. Two regions attempt to secede from the realm: Robb Stark is declared 'King in the North' while Balon Greyjoy declares himself king of the Iron Islands. However, his reign is far from stable, as both of Robert's brothers, Renly and Stannis, have claimed the throne as well. With King Robert Baratheon dead, his purported son Joffrey sits on the Iron Throne. Meanwhile, Daenerys Targaryen continues her plan to conquer the Seven Kingdoms.
A Clash of Kings depicts the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros in civil war, while the Night's Watch mounts a reconnaissance to investigate the mysterious people known as wildlings.
