Edric Storm was said to be just like his father but better. Taller, stronger, faster, more charismatic, and even deadlier with a warhammar than the Demon of the Trident in his prime. He had none of Robert Baratheon's penchant for excessive drinking, although he oft enjoyed carnal pursuits. Lords Ralph Buckler and Robert Fell persuaded him to return to Westeros and lay his claim on Storm's End. Harry Strickland, however, had managed to pacify the southern Stormlands and, with bolstered strength, headed north to siege Bronzegate. Plenty of the crownlords and Northern Stormlords flocked to Edric Storm's banner, but their strength had waned greatly in previous wars and harsh winter. Even with the Sons of the Storm, Edric was greatly lacking in numbers compared to Strickland.