The season spans roughly 20 years of "palace intrigue," chronicling the breakdown of a golden age.
: The season finale shifts from political chess to inevitable war after a tragic dragon skirmish leaves Rhaenyra’s son, Lucerys, dead at the hands of Prince Aemond. Why It Worked House of the Dragon - Season 1
: What begins as a childhood friendship between Rhaenyra and Alicent Hightower ( Emily Carey / Olivia Cooke) curdles into a bitter blood feud as Alicent bears the King’s sons, creating rival claims to the throne. The season spans roughly 20 years of "palace
