A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight
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Summary
The next spinoff in theGame of Thronesfranchise , A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms : The Hedge Knight , is expected to expand onHouse of the Dragonseason 2 ’s reveal of the Three - Eyed Raven ’s identity . While theThree - Eyed Raven ’s identicalness as Brynden Riversis implied in George R.R. Martin’sA Song of Ice and Firebooks , this revelation is n’t made clear in HBO’sGame of Thronesshow . Bran Stark ’s precursor did n’t confirm his name or past and lacked the raven - like nevus that give Brynden his nickname , so the Three - Eyed Raven ’s Targaryen identity was n’t made TV canon .
However , this selective information was finally confirmed inHouse of the Dragon ’s season 2 finale . During his vision at Harrenhal ’s weirwood tree , Daemon briefly check Brynden Rivers , whose birthmark transform into the more literal three - eyed Corvus corax seen inGame of Thrones . WhileGame of Thronesnever explicate the story of Brynden “ Bloodraven ” Rivers , his Targaryen ancestry , or how he becomes the Three - Eyed Raven , HBO ’s upcomingA Knight of the Seven Kingdomsshow , which set out about 75 years after the Dance of the Dragons , will give more backdrop to the compelling character afterHouse of the Dragon ’s shocking reveal .
House Of The Dragon’s Three-Eyed Raven Reveal Explained
House Of The Dragon’s Season 2 Finale Confirms Brynden Rivers Was The Three-Eyed Raven
Though it was forget ambiguous inGame of Thrones , House of the Dragonconfirms that the Three - Eyed Raven before Bran is Brynden “ Bloodraven ” Rivers . In addition toDaemon ’s visions of Daenerys Targaryen and the White Walkers , he sees another one of his own posterity , as Bloodraven is really a bastard of House Targaryen . Bloodraven ’s personal identity is difficult to refuse given his facile Targaryen hair , raven - like port - vino discoloration birthmark , and a butt on the tree where he later appear as an older gentleman’s gentleman inGame of Thrones .
This matches the exact description of Brynden Rivers from Martin ’s books . Bloodraven was hold a bastard of House Targaryen , the son of King Aegon IV Targaryenand his paramour Melissa Blackwood . Brynden was one of the “ Great Bastards ” of King Aegon IV , and was even legitimized by his father prior to the King ’s death . He was said to have mislay his heart during a rebellion , thoughHouse of the DragonandGame of Thrones ’ iterations of the fibre give him both eyes . Bloodraven also carry the Targaryen ancestral sword Dark Sister , which antecedently belonged to Prince Daemon Targaryen .
Bloodraven is the expectant - grandson of Rhaenyra and Daemon Targaryen , through their youngest son Viserys Targaryen .
Eventually , Brynden Rivers became the Hand of the King to his nephew , King Aerys I and King Maekar I Targaryen , and serve during three Blackfyre Rebellions . However , Brynden was later sent to the Night ’s Watch by King Aegon V Targaryen after killing Aenys Blackfyre , despite offering him safe passing . Bloodraven was presently elected the unexampled Lord Commander of the Night ’s Watch , but suddenly vanish beyond the Wallwhile ranging . After this full point , Bloodraven ’s fate was unidentified , butGame of Thrones ’ books , and nowHouse of the Dragon , let on he stayed beyond the Wall and became the Three - Eyed Raven .
House of the Dragon is set before Game of Thrones , but meter jump left some confused about how long it will cover . Here ’s the HotD timeline explained .
Bloodraven Will Eventually Appear In A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms
Brynden Rivers Is A Character In A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms' Book Series
After seem for a abbreviated moment in Daemon’sHouse of the Dragonvision , Brynden Rivers will formally be insert inA Knight of the Seven Kingdoms . Based on George R.R. Martin’sTales of Dunk and Eggnovellas , theprequel show picks up about 90 years beforeGame of Thrones ’ timelinebegins , exploring another propagation ofHouse Targaryen ’s family tree . This let in Brynden Rivers , who is mentioned in one of the Quran before appear as an active theatrical role inThe Mystery Knight ’s narrative .
He may not be too outstanding in the show , butA Knight of the Seven Kingdomswill at least paint a right portrait of who Brynden Rivers was in Westeros and his influential role in House Targaryen before disappearing and becoming the Three - Eyed Raven .
While perhaps not in season 1 , Bloodraven is one of severalTargaryens appearing inA Knight of the Seven Kingdoms . It ’s unclear on the nose how farA Knight of the Seven Kingdom ’s timeline will extend into House Targaryen ’s history , butBloodraven will be introduced as the Hand of the King to Aerys I and , afterwards , Maekar I. He may not be too prominent in the show , butA Knight of the Seven Kingdomswill at least paint a proper portrayal of who Brynden Rivers was in Westeros and his influential role in House Targaryen before vanish and becoming the Three - Eyed Raven .
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House of the Dragon ’s season 2 finale reveals Brynden Rivers , who becomes the Three - Eyed Raven , and it show the problem with Bran in Game of Thrones .
Will A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms Dive Deeper Into The Three-Eyed Raven?
It ultimately seemsunlikely thatA Knight of the Seven Kingdomswill actually show Bloodraven becoming the Three - Eyed Raven . or else , the last time he appear in the show could simply be when he and Maester Aemon are first escorted to the Night ’s Watch from King ’s Landing . It would be a lose opportunity to not include any nod to Bloodraven ’s futurity as the Three - Eyed Raven afterHouse of the Dragon ’s season 2 finale , but this may be hard unless a different dragon - dreaming character foresees it .
Considering Bloodraven was accuse of being a sorcerer , A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms : The Hedge Knightcould also go off - Good Book by revealing that he has vision of his time to come beyond the Wall and calling as the Three - Eyed Raven .
As it turns out , Bloodraven ’s great - nephew Daeron “ the Drunken ” Targaryen is known to have visions inA Knight of the Seven Kingdoms . The show may habituate Daeron to continueHouse of the Dragon ’s focus on Aegon ’s Song of Ice and Fire pipe dream , prophetical visions of House Targaryen ’s future like Helaena ’s , and teases for future events inGame of Thrones . Considering Bloodraven was accused of being a thaumaturgist , A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms : The Hedge Knightcould also go off - book by give away that he has sight of his future beyond the Wall and calling as the Three - Eyed Raven .
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Based on a curing of prequel novellas by George R. R. Martin , A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms : The Hedge Knight take situation one hundred years before Game of Thrones . The series follow a horse and a squire who journey across the res publica of Westeros during one of the most tumultuous time in the nation ’s history .
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Taking place about 172 geezerhood before the events ofGame of Thrones , House of the Dragontells the tale of the rise of the Targaryens , the only sept of dragonlords to survive the Doom of Valyria . The democratic HBO spinoff show first star Milly Alcock and Emily Carey as Rhaenyra Targaryen and Alicent Hightower before they were substitute by Emma D’Arcy and Olivia Cooke , who play the older versions of the characters . Also starring in the series is Matt Smith ( Prince Daemon Targaryen ) and Paddy Considine as Rhaenyra ’s father , King Viserys Targaryen .
Game of Thrones is a multimedia franchise created by George R.R. Martin . Martin ’s A Song of Ice and Fire is the footing for the award - gain HBO series Game of Thrones , which last for eight season . After the incredibly dissentious terminal time of year of Game of Thrones , the series was followed up by the prequel series House of the Dragon , which also received critical acclaim .
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Taking place about 172 years before the events ofGame of Thrones,House of the Dragontells the tale of the rise of the Targaryens, the only family of dragonlords to survive the Doom of Valyria. The popular HBO spinoff show first starred Milly Alcock and Emily Carey as Rhaenyra Targaryen and Alicent Hightower before they were replaced by Emma D’Arcy and Olivia Cooke, who play the older versions of the characters. Also starring in the series is Matt Smith (Prince Daemon Targaryen) and Paddy Considine as Rhaenyra’s father, King Viserys Targaryen.
Game of Thrones is a multimedia franchise created by George R.R. Martin. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire is the basis for the award-winning HBO series Game of Thrones, which lasted for eight seasons. After the incredibly divisive final season of Game of Thrones, the series was followed up by the prequel series House of the Dragon, which also received critical acclaim.
