The writers of The Recreation of Thrones prequel promised loads extra dragons than what was within the unique collection, and so they actually delivered.
In Home of the Dragon season 1 we noticed ten dragons – 9 alive, plus the enormous cranium of Balerion, the Black Dread. The HBO collection is anticipated to indicate seventeen dragons in complete, that means we’ll in all probability meet a number of new fire-breathing beasts within the second season.
Based on Targaryen legend, the dragons have been born in volcanoes in Valyria. Different theories counsel that they have been created by historical sorcerers utilizing blood magic. As soon as, the winged monsters inhabited all identified lands, however steadily, their inhabitants was restricted solely to the Valyrian empire.
After the destruction of Valyria, the one dragons that survived have been these belonging to the Targaryen household. Aegon the Conqueror and his sisters settled on Dragonstone with 5 beasts. Though the winged reptiles gave the household energy, they quickly started to degenerate and die out.
Nonetheless, throughout Home of the Dragon the Targaryens nonetheless have quite a few winged beasts. Right here’s a listing of all of the dragons which have appeared within the collection up to now – we’ll replace the article every time a brand new fire-breathing lizard debuts on display screen.
If you wish to study extra concerning the upcoming instalment of Home of the Dragon, try our round-up on the second season of the present.
Spoilers for Home of the Dragon season 1 under.
Which dragons have appeared in Home of the Dragon?
Syrax (Rider: Rhaenyra Targaryen)
The title of the golden she-dragon is derived from the Valyrian goddess of wine, feasting, insanity, chaos and ecstasy. Syrax, one of many largest and strongest Targaryen dragons, belongs to Queen Rhaenyra, who first took a dragon flight on the age of seven.
Caraxes (Rider: Daemon Targaryen)
The title of the mighty beast, who has pink scales and an extended neck, comes from the Valyrian god of the ocean. Caraxes, additionally referred to as the Blood Wyrm, is a powerful and historical beast initially ridden by Aemon Targaryen – Daemon’s uncle and Rhaenys’s father. After his demise, the Rogue Prince claimed Caraxes, making him his devoted companion.
Meleys (Rider: Rhaenys Targaryen)
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The she-dragon of Princess Rhaenys is an outdated beast with pink scales, pink wings, and copper-coloured fangs, claws and horns. Her title is derived from the Valyrian goddess of affection and fertility. In her youthful days, she was one of many quickest Targaryen dragons, and though she misplaced this trait with age, she grew to become crafty and fearless in battle. She is nicknamed the Purple Queen.
Vhagar (Rider: Aemond Targaryen)
The large she-dragon is one in all three beasts collaborating within the conquest of Westeros – Queen Visenya rode her. Later, her proprietor was Laena Velaryon, after which she was claimed by Aemond Targaryen, the second son of Alicent Hightower. Vhagar is a bronze beast with shiny inexperienced eyes. Throughout the Dance of the Dragons, she is sort of as massive because the well-known Balerion, the Black Dread.
Vermithor (Unclaimed)
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The dragon of the late King Jaehaerys, grandfather of Viserys and Rhaenys Targaryen resides deep within the caves on Dragonstone. Because of his bronze scales and violent nature, he’s nicknamed the Bronze Fury. He’s a strong beast – in measurement, he’s surpassed solely by Balerion and Vhagar. Vermithor has no rider, however within the final episode of season 1, Daemon tries to take management of him.
Vermax (Rider: Jacaerys Velaryon)
He’s a younger dragon with olive-green scales and orange wing membranes. Vermax belongs to the eldest son of Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen.
Seasmoke (Rider: Laenor Targaryen)
He’s the silver dragon claimed by the son of Corlys Velaryon and Rhaenys Targaryen. He confirmed his powers in battle towards the Crab Feeder through the Battle for the Stepstones. It’s unclear to whom the Seasmoke belongs now.
Arrax (Rider: Lucerys Velaryon)
He’s a dragon claimed by the second son of Rhaenyra. Based on George Martin, he has pearl-white scales, golden eyes and yellow flame. Arrax is younger and inexperienced, as proven by his battle with Vhagar, which he in the end misplaced – resulting in the demise of each the dragon and Lucerys.
Dreamfyre (Rider: Helaena Targaryen)
Dreamfyre, a silver-blue beast, was initially owned by the granddaughter of Aegon the Conqueror. A few years later, Dreamfyre was claimed by Helaena, the daughter of Viserys and Alicent Hightower. Through the years, she has laid many eggs, a few of which have been stolen. Based on some theories, the eggs gifted to Daenerys in Recreation of Thrones may come from Dreamfyre.
Balerion (useless)
Initially, he was the dragon of Aegon the Conqueror. Balerion was a huge, black monster who breathed black hearth, and his title referred to the Valyrian god of the underworld. Based on descriptions in George R.R. Martin’s books, he possessed fangs so long as swords and jaws so massive it may swallow a mammoth. He destroyed the fortress of Harrenhal and helped forge the Iron Throne. Due to his color and terrifying skills, he was referred to as the Black Dread. After Aegon’s demise, he had a number of different riders – the final being King Viserys I. Balerion solely appeared as a skeleton within the Home of the Dragon.
What number of dragons do the Blacks and the Greens have?
Within the final episode of Home of the Dragon season 1, Daemon sums up what number of dragons each events have. Bearing in mind his calculation and data from Martin’s books, the listing seems to be as follows:
Dragons of the Rhaenyra’s get together (The Blacks):
- Claimed: Syrax, Caraxes, Meleys, Vermax, Arrax, Tyraxes, Moondancer
- Unclaimed: Vermithor, Seasmoke, Silverwing
- Younger dragons: Stormcloud, Morghul, Shrykos
- Wild Dragons: Gray Ghost, Sheepstealer, Cannibal
Rhaenyra’s get together additionally has three dragon eggs.
Dragons of the Alicent’s get together (The Greens):
- Claimed: Vhagar, Sunfyre, Dreamfyre, Tessarion
As you possibly can see, at present Rhaenyra’s get together has a particular benefit by way of dragons. The wild beasts are significantly attention-grabbing, as they’re extraordinarily harmful and have by no means had riders. Since Daemon talked about them, there’s a likelihood that they’ll seem in future seasons.