House of the Dragon returns tonight with its long-awaited second season, which brings back Alicent, Rhaenyra and Daemon, who will fight for power in Westerosbut in addition to the battles, a new and anticipated romance will have its place in the new cycle.
As portrayed in the series, Alicent and Sir Criston They have one of the most powerful alliances in the series, which is presumed to evolve into something romantic. For this reason, many fans of fiction wonder if the relationship is similar in the novels on which the story is based.
What is Alicent and Criston’s relationship like in the novels?
In ““Fire and Blood” of George R.R. Martinthe relationship between Alicent Hightower and Ser Criston Cole It is an intriguing aspect of the narrative, although it is not exhaustively detailed, that has not prevented fans from drawing their own conclusions regarding their feelings.
Alicent Hightower She is the king’s second wife Viserys I Targaryen and mother of his children, including Aegon II and Helaena. Ser Criston Cole, known as the “Kingmaker,” is a knight of the Royal Guard who becomes a close ally of Alicent.
Alicent and Criston They share a political alliance that is crucial in the civil war known as the “Dance of the Dragons where after the death of King Viserys I, Alicent and Criston collaborate to ensure that his son Aegon II is crowned king, instead of Viserys’ eldest daughter Rhaenyra, who also has a strong claim to the throne.
It is precisely Criston Cole who carries out the coronation of Aegon II, thus earning the nickname of “Kingmaker.”
In the books, there are hints and rumors about the nature of the relationship between Alicent and Criston, However, and sadly for those who “ship” this couple, explicit details of a romantic or loving relationship are never confirmed.
The proximity and collaboration between the two has led to speculation and gossip at court, but it is something that is never fully explored beyond their loyal alliance for power.
