First Northern-Essos Trade Mission

Ordered by Grayce Tarlor, the First Northern-Essos Trade Mission was a failed attempt to enrich the North by gaining connections with wealthy merchants in Essos. Headed by a loyal group of Winterfell retainers, it took place during Grayce's visit to Kings Landing for the First Royal Election.

The Mission
Three lesser nobles, Jar Tawney, Drom Blacktyde, and Alix Peake traveled to Whiteharbour and received passage to Bravos. On a whirlwind tour, they visited each major port of Essos. Unfortunately, they returned only with slightly more gold than before and a few unfavourable offers. The failure of the expedition forced Grayce to seek other avenues to strengthen the North in the face of Wildling attacks.