Quote Originally Posted by Februs View Post
A downright morally reprehensible character would have orchestrated the whole thing with the intent of greasing the wheels with the dragons.
This is exactly what I am sensing. I nevet fully states that Aymeric is evil but that I don't trust him. Exactly like Littlefinger in GoT. They are both masters of manipulation and are willing to sacrifice a few to achieve their long term goals. Peace with the dragons would put Aymeric in the top seat for Ishgard. Why not use a pawn to achieve that vision.