Queen Aemma Arryn is a character from the fictional universe of A Song of Ice and Fire, created by George R.R. Martin. She is known for being the first wife of King Viserys I Targaryen and the mother of Prince Aegon Targaryen and Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen. Aemma hails from the noble House Arryn, which rules the Vale of Arryn. Aemma's life is marked by the challenges of royal duty and the pressures of childbirth. She faced significant hardships, including multiple pregnancies and the societal expectations placed upon her as a queen. Her story is intertwined with the political dynamics of the Targaryen dynasty, particularly during the events leading to the Dance of the Dragons.