House of the Dragon
The Targaryen dynasty is at the absolute pinnacle of its strength in the beginning of the prequel series. They have more than 15 dragons under their control. The majority of empires, both actual and imagined, fall from such heights. When it comes to the Targaryens, their descent into disgrace begins about 193 years before the events of Game of Thrones. This is when King Viserys Targaryen goes against a century's worth of custom by declaring his daughter Rhaenyra to be the rightful heir to the Iron Throne. However, when Viserys eventually has a son, the court is taken aback when Rhaenyra continues to hold her position as his successor, and these misunderstandings spread the seeds of division and discord throughout the realm.
Released: 2022-08-21