In the expansive world of Game of Thrones , few characters have sparked as much fascination and fear as the Night King . His eerie blue eyes, silent demeanor, and commanding presence over the undead left an indelible mark on both the series and its fans. But behind his terrifying image lies an even more haunting question: why was the Night King created in the first place? The answer plunges deep into the ancient history of Westeros, long before the rise of the Seven Kingdoms , and reveals a tale not of evil by nature, but of desperation, betrayal, and unintended consequences. 🌿 The Children of the Forest and the Dawn of Magic ✨ Long before men walked the lands of Westeros, the continent was ruled by mystical beings known as the Children of the Forest . These small, magical creatures lived in harmony with nature, using the forces of the earth, trees, and spirits to protect their realm. They practiced old magic , deeply rooted in the natural world and the weirwood trees . But peac...