History of Westeros (Game of Thrones)

After an episode focused on Rhaenyra, we’re sure to catch up with a lot of other characters and plotlines like Daemon, Criston & Gwayne, Alys & Aemond, Alicent & Helaena and of course Tumbleton. It’s time for a number of newer storylines to get moving, and we have a bunch of predictions, some based on what’s next in Fire & Blood! Vote for Us in the Hugo Awards for Best Related Work...

No Fire and Blood character had a POV chapter, but HBO’s Rhaenyra just did. Though she proclaims victory and aims for a brighter future, Rhaenyra is overwhelmed by problems of the moment and haunted by ghosts of the past. There’s an ominous soundtrack and a familiar theme presented as a double edged sword… Like Maester Aemon told Jon Snow and his brother Egg, to become a man you must kill the boy....

After two huge first episodes, it looks like the focus will shift somewhat to the Red Keep, as most of the trailer seems to focus there as Queen Rhaenyra’s rule begins. It was a difficult time in the books and appears to be the case here. But there’s also an apparent parlay between Daemon and Lord Ormund! We predict a lot of plotlines will be established while others continue full steam ahead. Boo...

“Queen’s Landing” was meant to be the finale of season 2 and it really felt like it! We have a lot to say about the many parallels, the off-screen events and how Rhaenyra’s arc will shift massively, creating a cascade of new plots and conflicts. Aemond’s move might be just as huge, as he’s met one of the most interesting characters in the show just as he’s lost the throne. Rhaena and Aegon are on...

It appears that King’s Landing is soon to be contested, but the aftermath of the Gullet is pressing as well. Aemond heads to Harrenhal while Aegon and Larys find themselves prisoners. Thanks to “The Weeks Ahead” trailer and those from before the season began, we have predictions for episode 2 and beyond. Vote for Us in the Hugo Awards for Best Related Work - ⁠⁠⁠⁠lacon.org/register/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shirts - ⁠⁠...

The Battle of the Gullet gets a full breakdown! So do a king's ransom in other plots, old and new, as events begin in a hurry. Sean is back and we're ready for a fun season! Vote for Us in the Hugo Awards for Best Related Work - ⁠⁠⁠lacon.org/register/⁠⁠⁠ Shirts - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠historyofwesteros.threadless.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Dragons are coming, and many will fall! We dive deep into the final trailer and what’s to come in season 3. There are more locations and characters than ever, with expanded roles for surprising characters. Some of the most spectacular moments ever written by GRRM will jump to the screen this year! Vote for Us in the Hugo Awards for Best Related Work - ⁠⁠lacon.org/register/⁠⁠ Shirts - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

As the stakes rise, the game of thrones in Greece continues to get bloodier. Epaminondas aims to strike directly at Spartan power and Agesilaus, but faces political enemies back at home, while Pelopidas heads north to deal with chaos of the two Alexanders of Macedon and Pherae. Athens takes the opportunity to return to their old tricks. This one includes the Spartan assassin society, new cities, a...

Not only the most unique and horrifyingly clever campaign of terror and slaughter in the Dance of the Dragons, one of the most unusual in all of Westeros history. The dead came to dine, and not everyone in attendance wanted to be there. Featuring Criston Cole, the Winter Wolves, Red Robb Rivers, Black Trombo and more. Vote for Us in the Hugo Awards for Best Related Work - lacon.org/register/ Shirt...

Aziz is joined by guests Steven Attewell (Race for the Iron Throne) and Jim McGeehin (Wars and Politics of Ice and Fire) to recap one of the largest battles in the history of Westeros. The Red Dragon vs. the Black Dragon, winner takes the Iron Throne! Published October 31, 2015. Jim McGeehin - https://warsofasoiaf.tumblr.com Steven Attewell - https://racefortheironthrone.wordpress.com/ Bonus Eps &...

Prince Aerion thought he was a dragon in human skin, and he seems to have had dragon dreams, but truly - he was a monster. A look at his full life, before and after Ashford Meadow, including his time in Essos, his rumored use of black magic, his time in the Second Sons, his run as heir to the Iron Throne, and his very strange death. Pre-recorded and featuring Nina Krusling! Shirts - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

“We’ve come to die for the dragon queen,” said Roddy the Ruin of the Winter Wolves, a group of fearless greybeards from the North sent in advance of Lord Cregan Stark’s greater forces, and the only army in the Dance of the Dragons that didn’t want to survive, let alone return home. We explore their glorious deeds and battles alongside the cultural history that drove them to fight as ferociously as...

We return to the action immediately following the Battle of Leuctra where Sparta reeled from unexpected defeat. Yet a new determination emerged in King Agesilaus - who reminded his countrymen that his nemesis hadn’t beaten *him*. Meanwhile Thebes, under Epaminondas and Pelopidas, was suddenly the spearpoint of a new Greece, what would they do with this windfall of power? This certainly disrupted t...

House of the Dragon has a second teaser and a release date - June 21st! There’s a huge surprise in this one - a character we all (including GRRM) thought was cut. Plus some very curious shots and dialogue for us to puzzle and geek out over. Video is preferred due to the many images, but here is an album with all the screenshots for those listening with audio only! https://ibb.co/album/ZG4pHj Shirt...

22 years after the Dance, the last living dragon in Westeros died. All the dragons hatched after the war were weak, spawning theories of poison by the maesters. Some believe they aimed to end the influence of magic, and there’s intriguing evidence of change in that regard. Others believe their goal was simply to end the influence of dragons… It could be both, but the Citadel is not the only culpri...

Thousands of years ago, Torgon the Latecomer was defeated and much of his Riverlands holdings were seized by House Mallister, who made themselves kings in turn. Ten years ago, Balon Greyjoy sent his eldest son Rodrik to attack those very lands, giving Lord Jason a chance to remind his ancient foes why the silver eagle of House Mallister has been the bane of the Ironborn since their founding. Thoug...

Descended from Foss the Archer and Garth Greenhand, the Fossoways have a presence throughout history starting with the First Men all the way through to ASOIAF. They feature characters all over the spectrum: heroic Raymun who fought for Dunk and founded a new branch… and poisonous Ser Derrick, the Bad Apple, one of the Band of Nine who fought with Maelys the Monstrous Blackfyre. From Red to Green t...

Thebes (led by Pelopidas and Epaminondas) and Sparta (led by Agesilaus) head inexorably towards a massive showdown… a bloody contest that remains legendary to this day - a historical treasure trove and an amazing story all in one. Not to be outdone, Poseidon takes center stage - giving us a likely candidate for Atlantis. Meanwhile ancient Great King Artaxerxes of Persia refuses to die or give up o...

Aziz is joined by returning guest Steven Attewell (Race for the Iron Throne) to discuss the legendary Daemon Blackfyre. The man, the myth, the sword, the rivalries, the immense popularity. Comparisons to Robert and Renly Baratheon, Aemon the Dragonknight and more are included. The most Daemon-tastic episode of all time! Published October 2, 2015. Remastered 2026. Steven Attewell - https://racefort...

According to Maggy the Frog, King Robert fathered 16 bastards. But three of them are of particular importance to ASOIAF in ways we have yet to see. Three of these royal children have endgames for us to speculate on. Mya Stone, Edric Storm and Ser Gendry. We’ll tell each of their stories individually, including why he’s not Gendry Waters, and then we’ll delve into how their fates are intertwined an...

The son of Aegon the Unworthy had a lot to deal with after his father's deathbed decree. Guest Steven Attewell joins Aziz in discussing this monarch, and whether or not he actually deserved to be called "the Good". Special attention paid to the Great Bastards, Baelor Breakspear, and Dorne. Published April 6, 2015. Remastered 2026. Steven Attewell - https://racefortheironthrone.wordpress.com/ Bonus...

This episode covers the life of Aegon IV the Unworthy, the man who fathered the Blackfyre Rebellions. A King who used the Iron Throne to serve his needs, caring little for the realm. He made life miserable for his sister Naerys and brother Aemon the Dragonknight while siring Bittersteel, Bloodraven, Shiera Seastar and Daemon Blackfyre himself. Published Feb 4, 2015. Remastered 2026. Bonus Eps &amp...

Serwyn of the Mirror Shield is one of the most frequently cited heroic legends... Dunk and Egg watched Tanselle re-enact his life! His deeds bring to mind many  parallels to famous figures like Barristan the Bold,  Ser Criston Cole, Erryk & Arryk and several members of House Swann. Originally published May 24th, 2020. Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Sticke...

Our wrap-up on season 1 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and speculation on what's to come in season 2! AKOTSK Intro by Bran the Builder - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/Br4nTheBuilder⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shirts (w/ AKOTSK) - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠historyofwesteros.threadless.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HoW Audience Survey - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/howsurvey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Not long after he became Breakspear, Baelor became embroiled in a series of famous events that made him a living legend. This episode coves his family life through the Blackfyre Rebellion, his time as Hand of the King and many other events of note culminating with Ashford Meadow. Remastered 2026. Bonus Eps & More - www.patreon.com/historyofwesteros Shirts & Stickers - historyofwesteros.thr...