The first season of House of the Dragon brought to life the incredible lore and history of Westeros, much to the delight of fans of the A Song of Ice and Fire novels. While the show reintroduced us to familiar houses and introduced new characters, one of the most intriguing additions was the ancient dragon, Vhagar. Here are ten facts about Vhagar that only avid book readers might know, adding layers to this legendary beast's story.
Unlike her famed predecessor Balerion the Black Dread, Vhagar hatched on Dragonstone following the fall of Valyria. As one of the last dragons to be born before the Targaryens conquered Westeros, Vhagar symbolizes the resilience of House Targaryen. Her birth marked the beginning of a new era, where the Targaryens would rise to power using their dragons as symbols of their might.
During Aegon's Conquest, Vhagar, ridden by Visenya Targaryen, played a crucial role in subjugating six of the Seven Kingdoms. Although the Targaryens could not conquer Dorne initially, Vhagar's fire helped lay the foundation for Targaryen rule over most of Westeros, establishing a legacy of dragon-fueled dominance.
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