House of the Dragon

House of the Dragon

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The Royal Wedding is here, and we should probably sit back and watch the fireworks.

HBO has dropped the official trailer for House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 5, and it teases some big events.

Following on from House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 4, Rhaenyra and Ser Laenor's wedding will take center stage in the next installment, airing Sunday at 9 p.m.

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Unfortunately, bedlam is on the menu as we see everyone standing up to witness a fight that includes Laenor.

The King effectively fired Otto on the most recent episode because he overplayed his hand when he learned about Daemon and Rhaenyra getting up close and personal in a bathhouse.

Changes in King's Landing - House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 4

Now, it looks like he's leaving King's Landing with a stern warning for his daughter, Alicent.

"The King will die, and if Rhaenyra succeeds him, war will follow. Prepare Aegon to rule," he says through gritted teeth.

Alicent is understandably blindsided, but her loyalty in Rhaenyra started to waiver when she realizes her closest ally has lied to her.

Will Alicent follow her father's orders, or will she opt to chart her own path?

The New Queen - House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 3

We do get a glimpse at what could be the King's demise, but it would be surprising if we got to that point so soon.

We also get a glimpse of the Velaryons in King's Landing, and even Rhaenys believes no one will accept Rhaenyra as the new ruler in the event Viserys dies.

Rhaenys knows first-hand that the sexism in the realm will probably keep Rhaenyra off the throne.

It makes you wonder what the Velaryons have planned if Rhaenyra is overlooked for the throne.

Ser Laenor - House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 3

Could Ser Laenor take her place?

Everything is up in the air for now, but one thing's for sure:

House of the Dragon is not slowing down.

The pace is picking up as we reach a big turning point in the narrative.

BFFs in Westeros - House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 1

Check out the new trailer, and be sure to hit the comments with your thoughts and theories.

It looks like another huge episode.

Paul Dailly was an Associate Editor for TV Fanatic.Follow him on X.

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House of the Dragon Quotes

As the first century of the Targaryen dynasty came to a close The health of the Old King, Jaehaerys, was failing. In those days, House Targaryen stood at the height of its strength with ten adult dragons under its yoke. No power in the world could stand against it. King Jaehaerys reigned over nearly 60 years of peace and prosperity but tragedy had claimed both his sons Leaving his succession in doubt. So, in the year 101 The Old King called a Great Council to choose an heir. Over a thousand lords made the journey to Harrenhal. Fourteen succession claims were heard But only two were truly considered. Princess Rhaenys Targaryen, the King's eldest descendant and her younger cousin, Prince Viserys Targaryen The King's eldest male descendant. It is declared by all lords paramount and lords vassal of the Seven Kingdoms That Prince Viserys Targaryen be made Prince of Dragons tone! Rhaenys, a woman, would not inherit the Iron Throne. The lords instead chose Viserys my father. Jaehaerys called the Great Council To prevent a war being fought over his succession. For he knew the cold truth. The only thing that could tear down the House of the Dragon was itself.
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Alicent: Did you read it?
Rhaenyra: Of course, I read it.
Alicent: When Princess Nymeria arrived in Dorne, who did she take to husband? Rhaenyra: A man.
Alicent: What was his name?
Rhaenyra: Lord Something.
Alicent: If you answer with "Lord Something," Septa Marlow will be furious.
Rhaenyra: She's funny when she's furious.
Alicent: You're always like this when you're worried.
Rhaenyra: Like what?
Alicent: Disagreeable. You're worried your father is about to overshadow you with a son.
Rhaenyra: I only worry for my mother. I hope for my father that he gets a son. As long as I can recall, it's all he's wanted.
Alicent: You want him to have a son?
Rhaenyra: I want to fly with you on dragon back see the great wonders across the Narrow Sea And eat only cake.
Alicent: I'm being serious.
Rhaenyra: I never jest about cake.
Alicent: You aren't worried about your position?
Rhaenyra: I like this position. It's quite comfortable.
[Alicent gets up to leave.]
Rhaenyra: Where are you going?
Alicent: Home. The hour has grown late.
Rhaenyra: Princess Nymeria led her Rhoynar across the Narrow Sea on 10,000 ships to flee their Valyrian pursuers. She took Lord Mors Martell of Dorne to husband and burned her own fleet off Sun spear to show her people that they were finished running.
Alicent: So you remember.
[Rhaenyra rips a page from the book.]
Alicent: If the Septa sees this book then...
Rhaenyra: Fuck the Septa.
Alicent: Rhaenyra!

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