Aerion Blackfyre, also known as the Two Minute King, was a member of the Golden Company and briefly sat the Iron Throne during the first era.
History
Aerion was born in Tyrosh the son of a prostitute. His mother claimed that he was descendant from the long extinct Blackfyre line. Before she died she presented him with the shards of a Valyrian steel sword, claiming them to be the remains of Blackfyre.
Recent History
First Era
Aerion and Varyo Velaryon spearheaded the Council on Bloodstone in an attempt to rally support behind Aerion's claim to the Iron Throne. He garnered the support of a handful of lords including Loren Lannister, the Warden of the West. Aerion then returned with Loren to Casterly Rock where he was wed to Loren's daughter, Ashara Lannister.
With King Harys Baratheon and his troops in the south House Lannister and the Golden Company moved to take King's Landing. With help from allies inside the city they were able to open the Mud Gate and the Lion Gate, and subsequently sack the city.
Aerion, however, only sat the Iron Throne for a moment before being killed by Varyo Velaryon. The plan had been a ruse put together by Varyo and Loren Lannister in order to seize the throne for Loren's son, Damon Lannister.
Quotes
"You would do well to remember that the Dragon bow's to none."
"A false dragon, something you would do well to remember." - An exchange between Aerion Blackfyre and Varyo Velaryon