His presence in ‘House of the Dragon’ weaves a connection between the past and future of the Seven Kingdoms.
From the first episode of ‘House of the Dragon’the most attentive fans of the universe created by George RR Martin have been able to notice an object that serves as an essential link between the prequel and the successful series of ‘Game of Thrones’. In the scene where King Viserys I Targaryen (played by Paddy Considine) speaks with his daughter Rhaenyra (Milly Alcock) about the danger of the Night King’s rebirth and the fate of the Seven Kingdoms, the camera closes up on the dagger that Viserys carries with him. This same dagger was used to try to assassinate Bran Stark in the first season of ‘Game of Thrones’, unleashing the War of the Five Kings. Subsequently, The dagger became the weapon of Arya Stark, who used it to execute Petyr Baelish and, more crucially, to take down the Night King, ending the Long Night..
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The dagger, ornamented with dragonglass, was forged in the time of Aegon the Conqueror, Viserys’s ancestor, and symbolizes a continuity not only physical but also narrative. His appearance in ‘House of the Dragon’ suggests that the weapon will play a significant role in the events that are about to unfoldespecially considering that in the trailers for the series Alicent Hightower has been seen holding it, indicating its importance in the political and family intrigue that characterizes the Targaryens.
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The inclusion of the dagger, a symbol of legacy, power and destiny in the universe created by George RR Martin, serves as a nod to fans of ‘Game of Thrones’, connecting key moments from both series and offering a narrative anchor that spans generations of characters and conflicts. This detail not only enriches the plot of ‘House of the Dragon’ by tying it into the epic fight against the White Walkers, it also adds a layer of anticipation and speculation about how this weapon will continue to influence the history of Westeros.
