Intro. Maegor the Cruel was cruel due to his sadistic personality, which manifested itself in his brutality and desire for dominance, and his inability to have an heir made him even more desperate to find one. His succession of wives and sister-wives produced no living children, as the stillborn babies he obtained were the result of his wife Tyanna's infidelity. The difficulty in having a legitimate son led to his attempt to take over the throne from his great-nephew Jaehaerys, causing a civil war. However, after unsuccessfully fighting for the throne, he was found dead on the Iron Throne, having been murdered.
Why was Maegor evil and out of control?
Personality
Maegor was known for his brutality and carelessness, and there was no crueler king than him on the Iron Throne.
Desire for Dominion
Maegor was a man with fierce energy, who desired violence and domination over everything he considered his.
Why did Maegor want a son so much?
Militant Faith
Faith