Key Takeaways:
- Fans got to meet the actors and creators of the upcoming “Game of Thrones” prequel on Saturday at the yearly Comic-Con convention.
- The new 10-episode series, according to executive producer Ryan Condal, tells the story of a “generational conflict” among the Targaryens.
The cast and creators of the upcoming “Game of Thrones” prequel revealed to fans at the annual Comic-Con pop culture festival on Saturday that it will start at the time of the Targaryen family’s greatest strength and examine the beginnings of the dynasty.
“Game of Thrones,” a medieval fantasy series that ran for eight seasons and finished in 2019, is set 200 yrs before the events of “House of the Dragon,” which premieres on August 21.
According to executive producer Ryan Condal, the new 10-episode series chronicles the tale of a “generational struggle” among the Targaryens.
“The absolute top of the dynasty, the zenith of their power, money, and influence, is where it all starts. They currently have the most dragons ever, “Condal declared. “It’s right before the rose’s bloom starts to go off.”
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King Viserys Targaryen is portrayed by Paddy Considine, who called the character “a man of excellent temperament, and a gentleman, wanting to keep the peacetime moving within the kingdom.”
The king’s younger brother, Prince Daemon Targaryen, is portrayed by “Doctor Who” actor Matt Smith. Smith described the couple’s relationship as “very difficult.” Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen, her father’s intended heir, is portrayed by Emma D’Arcy.
Princess Rhaenys Velaryon (Eve Best), who was rejected for the crown, is also listed in the family tree.
She ought to have been the queen, Best remarked about the persona. “She ought to be, so it’s a little bothersome. The reality that people keep telling her she isn’t is also a little irritating.”
The new series is based on the book “Fire & Blood” by George R.R. Martin. Martin, who had previously questioned certain aspects of “Game of Thrones,” claimed to have watched nine episodes of “House of the Dragon” and thought they were “quite great.”
He stated, “These books, these characters—they’re like my kids.” “When you put your kids up for adoption, you worry about how they will be treated and whether you will be able to recognize them later.”
So far, he declared, “I’m thrilled.”
Source: CTVl News
