Theon Greyjoy's story was one of sorrow and regret, and although he redeemed himself in the end, the most tragic element of his life was the avoidable nature of it. Taken ward as security for his father's loyalty, Theon Greyjoy grew up away from his family and the love a young boy needs. Although he was treated with all due respect by the Starks and even formed tight fraternal bonds with Robb Stark, Theon was always aware it was not his family.