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HotD episode 10 was a masterpiece, one I both adored and hated. The entire episode felt like a dream of being chased yet having the feeling of not being able to run at all.
There were so many things I wish to highlight. But first, the ironies:
The cruel irony of how everyone had to lose something to attain the crown. While Viserys lost his body, Rhaenyra lost her child (and recieved the crown in front of the pyre)
The way that Daemon ignored Rhaenyra's gut-wrenching calls to him but was the first to bend the knee, fulfilling his role as her ally but failing as her companion.
The fact most predominantly shown was how without the dragons... Targaryens are nothing. To think that the Dance of Dragons began because of a Dragon refusing the command of their rider.
The way Rhaenyra, even through her pain, made it a priority to inform her sons of what had happened in order to save them the pain.
There were also so many parallels in this episode.
Both Daemon and Corlys refusing to acknowledge that they weren't the only ones who have lost a child (completely sidetracking the sentiments of their spouses to have their overdramatic diva moments).
Rhaenyra stripping Otto of his pin, the same way her father did.
Daemon crowning Rhaenyra, the same way he put the crown on his brother's head.
And finally, Rhaenyra receiving the crown standing in front of the burning pyre of her child facing away from it, and in the end... recieving the news of Luke's death standing alone, facing refusal of her claim as a ruler in front of a fire, looking towards it rather than away, thus disregarding her desire to not be a queen of the ashes... now she wishes to set it ablaze herself.
All in all, it was a fitting end to season one and I can't wait to see how season two turns out.
(I have not read the books and all my interpretations are based solely on the show)
Previous
HotD episode 9 was bewildering. Being the first episode solely about the greens, I was apprehensive regarding how it'll be carried by the audience... in one word? Powerful.
What truly made the episode were certain quotes which blew my mind.
"We do not rule, but we may guide the men that do."
"And yet you toil in your service to men... you desire not to be free but to make a window in the wall of your prison."
The words which truly sparked the desire to break free in Alicent. Free from the clutches of her father, free to make her own decisions.
We see this particularly during the coronation when:
Alicent is the one on screen, between the swords when the words 'A new king' are spoken.
Alicent stands between Meleys and Aegon. A dragon facing another desiring equal standing. Two queens who never were facing each other.
"It is our fate, I think, to crave always what is given to another. "
Helena's words overlapping with Alicent's meeting with the lords to establish Aegon on the throne. And in the end Alicent and Aemond craving it for themselves.
And finally "There is no power but what people allow you to take."
Mysaria's words left me gaping. It truly embodied the entire scenario of power is temporary being highlighted in the episode.
I believe that we might also compare these words to Aemond's condition as he too is not able to take anything apart from what is handed to him.
(I have not read the books and all my interpretations are based solely on the show.)
House of the Dragon, Episode 8:
Not Alicent thinking that Viserys was talking about her rapist firstborn while he answered Rheanyra's question on his deathbed, regarding her being the 'prince' that will unite them as one, especially mere hours after we see them being hospitable after years.
Syrax providing Daemon and Rheanyra's children with three eggs, for their three children, befitting their station as trueborn children of dragons.
Funnily enough, Daemon being a classy malewife and manslaughtering Vaemond Velaryon for badmouthing Rhaenyra (all true, by the way), screamed Will Smith Energy (not that I condone what he did in any way).
Lastly, wondering why Aemond Targaryen's actions seem so familiar, why his mannerisms are something that remind us of someone we've witnessed before? Me too! Each and every action, sly retort, and taunt, gives the viewers of Daemon Targaryen in his prime, impulsive, agitated, and having a keen taste of violence.
But where Daemon's actions reflect underlying hurt, and the urge to protect and safeguard his family, Aemond's actions are a result of his dysfunctional upbringing and the deep seethed wounds caused by the callous words of his own blood at the time he didn't have a dragon, and thus, no proper position as a dragon himself.
HotD episode 8 reminded me of thunder; when quiet, it's easy to forget it's there, but one must never mistake it's silence for weakness.
The entire episode was raging, in it's own subtle way. Littered with silent imagery and all in all was breathtaking.
We see that Rhaenyra, once again wears Daemon's necklace but only in his company, she always chose to wear a different one when in court as if change into battle gear.
When Viserys walks into the throne room, we see his hunched, bent figure which gives us a glimpse of Rhaenyra standing ahead, head high, in front of the throne. We see this again when Viserys steps down from the throne.
We see how Alicent stands outside Viserys' bedpost, only coming in to feed him milk to poppy, to Weaken him. While Rhaenyra sits beside him, to assure, to strengthen. The way Rhaenyra silently weeps while thunder roars behind her.
I LOVE how all the men around Rhaenyra know that the women are strong and capable but never hesitate to defend them. The way Viserys wanted Vamond Valarion's tongue but Daemon claimed his whole head as revenge for speaking against Rhaenyra, how Jace was ready to attack- no, tear apart Aegon for how he disrespected Baela but also, respected her enough to stop when she said so.
The episode also carries several ironies on various fronts.
The way alicent described the star symbols as a sign of presence of higher authority but in the end, after her conversation with Viserys, convinced herself to be the higher authority.
The way the entire scene with the toasts started as seeming genuine to becoming malevolent until the room boiled over with the words 'each of then handsome, wise and strong'
And finally, the way Viserys reach out to the heavens on his deathbed, seeming reaching for Aemma having only two words on his mind... my love.
I have not read the books and all my interpretations are based solely in the show.
HotD episode 7 was frightening in its approach. It resonated a single message loud and clear... fire will reign.
The entire episode carried the strength of fire is such a subtle manner that it left me stunned and at a loss of words. Each conflict was illuminated and outlines by bright, raging flames.
The first time we see the symbolism of separation by fire is during the conversation between Viserys and Daemon.
We see it again, when Raenys calls Corlys out for desiring the throne for himself, ending his delusion of righteousness.
We see it behind Alicent and Rhaenyra when Allicent loses control and goes feral as the dam of her patience breaks.
We even see it behind Laenor's 'death' and his end in flames itself.
Another aspect which consumed me was the blood and the comparisons drawn by it.
While on one hand we see Rhaenyra bleeding alone, without Laenor by her side.
We see Rhaenyra and Daemon bleed together as he binds himself to her by marriage.
We also get a beautiful parallel of Daemon and Rhaenyra walking on the same beach where Laenor and Rhaenyra once started their relationship. A new start and perhaps a better one.
In the end, only one thing stands true:
Fire is a prison. The Targaryens are made of fire, meant to burn together.
I have not read the books and all my interpretations are based solely on the show.
HotD episode 6 was astonishing, I had been unsure of the flow now that the first segment was over but I have been left completely satiated.
My mind was raging by the end of the episode and I couldn't help but awe at the subte portrayals the show holds mastery over.
Once again, the main theme of how a dragon can never be subdued is reflected so calmly yet powerfully.
The true power of House Targaryen over House Valerion.
We first see this in the conversation between Daemon and Leana at the table with the other lords. Laena's wish to decline the offer is ever so silently disregarded. The frame where Daemon's hand rests on top of Laena's, wearing a ring which symbolizes royalty.
We see this yet again, when Rhaenyra has been holding back her anger (even having tears in her eyes) and finally unleashes on Laenor and commands him to remain at her side.
The episode also reflected certain cruel ironies...
Alicent's children only wearing green, symbolizing their mother's banner of war still stands proud while Rhaenyra's children wear blue... the color of Ser Harwin's eyes.
Ser Harwin's created life due to his affliction with a dragon (targaryen), yet rather than being protected by it, he was killed by fire. (I really loved seeing him as a father and I wish we could've gotten more scenes of him with the boys).
Alicent trying to bring back Otto Hightower as the hand only gave light to one cruel fact...Even partiality is fair when it's in favor of our own.
Laena's death was by no means less than that of a dragon rider. While the battle she fought was different, I'm glad Vhagar honored her command. (Her death really brought me to tears) Nevertheless, I'm glad that Daemon refused to make a choice on her behalf. Atleast in that sense, he is better than his brother.
I have not read the books and all my interpretations are based solely on the show.
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HotD episode 4 was marvelous, it once again denoted the importance of symbolism, no matter how subte it cues and in doing so, kept my attention solely on the screen for its entire duration.
This episode has left me with a bunch of thoughts and speculations to be made:
We start with the image on Rhaenyra toying with the necklace gifted to her by daemon, even during the tour to select her suitor which set the stage for the rest of the episode quite splendidly.
The scene which took my breath away was actually the one in the courtroom, right when Daemon enters while Rhaenyra stands in the crowd. We see Daemon moving towards the throne in plain sight while Rhaenyra walks towards it in the crowd (making her approach out of the public eye), but in the end, they share a frame and move together. This, once again illuminates the subtle imagery and symbolism.
Daemon clearly showed Rhaenyra the play as a test of her tenacity and determination (you can't change my mind) but at the same time, I think he wanted her to actually open her eyes to observe the realm and not follow Viserys' stead to become a ruler blind to what occurs around him.
I somehow feel that the scene in which Daemon withdraws from Rhaenyra is a great insight to what he's feeling at the moment. It somehow starts as disbelief, verging on regret and later manifests as anger?? Following it, the scene where Daemon asks for Rhaenyra's hand (with a dagger to his throat, commendably) reminds comedically of bridgertons I have to marry you to protect your virtue.
I loved how Viserys didn't spare Otto any agony and embarrassment, and made him spell each bit of the rumor, (painstakingly so).
And, him calling Otto out for spying. Although, it was funny how Viserys called Otto's schemes 'obvious' while failing to notice them for the past 4 years. The bit where Viserys takes away the pin was GLORIOUS.
(I can rewatch this scene a billion times)
The PARALLELS throughout the episode were amazing!
The first one we observe is that while intimacy with Viserys is clearly a means for Allicent to survive despite it making her feel lifeless, (and helpless, all the same). We see Rhaenyra seeking Daemon's touch as it seemingly makes her feel alive and in control of her life.
This also throws light on the subject of free will, while the conversation between Alicent and Rhaenyra already established how Rhaenyra was privileged to receive a choice regarding who shall win her hand, Alicent wasn't. We see the same yet again, when Rhaenyra approaches sir Criston.
Another parallel this episode draws is an ironic one where Viserys tells Rhaenyra to let go of her desires and choose duty while he was the one who refused to marry Leana Valarion in order to marry Alicent. Which highlights the disparity between the genders, once again.
(I have not read any of the books and all these are based solely on my interpretation of the show.)
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A dragon has three heads yet it can survive alone, a wolf has one head yet without it's pack it will die.
A Targaryen alone at the world is a terrible thing yet a Stark alone at the world is doomed from start.
-Me
Cast and Characters
Emilia Clark as Dayna Velaryon
Nickname :
People's Princess
King's Favorite
Goddess of fire
Dragon Whisper
Dayna the Immortal
Dragons
Stormborn ( Balerion Incarnate )
Cannibal
Alexander Dreymon as Cregan Stark
Same House of the Dragon Cast as there own Characters
Dayna Velaryon is the eldest child of Princess Rhaenyra and Laenor Velaryon she is the apple of the eye of his family especially his grandfather King Viserys.
The Targaryen and Velaryon families are not the only once who celebrated the birth of the princess. The Followers of R'hllor in Essos has also celebrated for the chosen one has been born.
Coming Soon...❤️
I just realized this 3 Men are the Cregan Stark of Wattpad and Tumbler in every story I read
Aemond Targaryen and The 3 Cregan Stark
Chapter 1
King’s Landing -
You never ever wanted to see your older brother Rhaegar after he betrayed and ran away to marry Lyanna stark when he promised you that he would marry you when the times come all you have in your heart is hatred for Lyanna who used to be a friend and your brother Rhaegar in your heart they betrayed you. The people who worked in the red keep sees the change that happening to the most happy girl in the castle the girl who used to smile
A lot was gone. Arthur was walking the halls of the red keep when he saw the princess alone walking.
Princess Rain it is good to see you - Arthur
Nice to see you to Arthur - y/n
After their pleasantries Arthur was going to continue on his walk when rain called from once again
Oh Arthur - y/n
Yes princess - arthur
Would you be kind enough to tell Jon Connigton to never show his face to me or i will kill him with my bare hands - y/n
Arthur was shocked with the words of the girl he can hear the venom and the hatred in his voice she was serious about killing jon. The girl just walked away from Arthur and went to the study of the mad king when he entered he saw they were having a meeting.
My king are you sure on what you are to do - Tywin
Yes i need someone from the family to help me around with westeros rhaella is in dragonstone with the children and i’m not getting any younger - Aerys
I shall start the planning for the event - Tywin
I want everything to be perfect - Aerys
Of Course my king - Tywin
Varys spread a word their shall be a tourney - Aerys
Yes my king - Varys
Varys and Tywin left the study of the mad king
Arthur i want you the prepare more guards there's going to be an event i want everything as smooth as it can be that baratheon bastard might come and destroy everything can be - Aerys
Yes my king - Arthur
You may leave now if you see my daughter tell her to come here i must talk to her - Aerys
Of course my king - Arthur
Arthur was walking when he saw the master of whispers varys he walked toward the man
Lord Varys - Arthur
Arthur what can i do for you - varys
I would like to ask what is the event that is being told by the king ? - Arthur
The event is going to be for the birth of princess rain and the announcing she is the crowned princess - Varys
What does queen rhaella know - Arthur
That’s i’m not sure about where are you going - Varys
To find the princess the king wants to talk to her - Arthur
How is prince rhaegar - varys
I have not visited them yet - arthur
Varys nodded and left arthur went straight to yours chambers he knock and waited for your
Princess it is me arthur - arthur
Yes you may enter - y.n
Princess your father wants to talk to you - arthur
Would you be kind enough to walk with me to him i do not want to be alone - y/n
Of Course my lady - arthur
Thank you - y/n
Arthur and Rain walked to the chambers of Aerys they knocked before entering the room. The mad king have a special place for his eldest daughter
Father what you want to talk to me - y/n
Yes my dear arthur please leave us . I’m planning on crowning you as the crown princess - aerys
What do you rhaegar is older - y/n
I know you are more fitting for the throne you remind me so much of my beautiful mother - aerys
But how can i continue are family in throne if rhaegar is married to another- rain
Let’s not talk about that now i want you to focus on your coronation - aery
Thank you father - y/n
You came out the room arthur was talking to a soldier you walked towards her the soldier saw you bow before leaving
Arthur have a walk with me - y/n
Of Course princess - arthur
Arthur and Rain walked the gardens of the red keep to past time.
Arthur i’m scared - y/n
What are you scared of - arthur
I’m scared on what’s about to happen - y/n
Everything will be fine. Princess i will leaving for soon for dorne i will be back soon - arthur
Well then i wish safe travels for you and tell oberyn to send it - y/n
Send what my lady if i might ask - arthur
My plan that me and Oberyn only knows and you know. - y/n
Arthur nodded and walked rain to his chambers before leaving for dorne
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Rhaegal
*People during episode 3* “Is Rhaegal dead?”
*Watches episode 4*
*Me* “Well now he's dead”
I can't believe they killed another dragon.
Episode 3
*NOBODY*
*Sandor and Arya*
*Tyrion and Sansa*
*Jorah and Daenerys*
*Jaime and Brienne*
*Me*
The Dragon Twins, Baela and Rhaena Targaryen from House of the Dragon - I can’t wait to see them in season 2🐉🖤❤️
