Many of the powerful dragons in House of the Dragon meet their end during the infamous Dance of the Dragons civil war. Dragons like Vhagar, Caraxes, Meleys, and Syrax, as well as younger dragons like Arrax, Vermax, and Moondancer, perish in the conflict. Additionally, some dragons die during the tragic Storming of the Dragonpit in the lore of Game of Thrones.
The desire for the Iron Throne and control over the Six Kingdoms triggers a realm-wide war between Aegon II and Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen, marking the end of the Dragon Age. The upcoming Season 2 of HBO's House of the Dragon will delve into the Dance of the Dragons era, showcasing Targaryen dragons in intense battle scenes. According to lore, the Last Dragon meets her end during the reign of Aegon the Younger, earning him the derogatory title of the Dragonbane.
Surviving Dragons Post-Dance Of the Dragons
The Last Dragon, a female dragon under the weakened House Targaryen, perishes in King's Landing during Aegon III's rule. By this time, the only surviving Targaryen dragons from the Dance of the Dragons, Morning and Silverwing, have also passed away.
With the death of the final Targaryen dragon in 153 AC, the era bids farewell to Targaryen dragons and their intimidating presence. Subsequent Targaryen rulers, notably Aegon the Fifth, struggle to maintain control over the realm's nobility, facing opposition that hinders reforms benefiting the Smallfolk.
Unveiling the Last Dragon of Game of Thrones Lore
The Last Dragon, born during Aegon III's era, meets a premature demise after laying a clutch of five unhatched eggs. In an intriguing piece of lore, Ser Arlan of Pennytree, the predecessor of Ser Duncan the Tall in an upcoming Game of Thrones spin-off, witnesses the sickly green dragon and her eggs during a visit to King's Landing in 152 AC. Describing the eggs as "hard as stone, but beautiful," Ser Arlan shares this sight with his squire, Duncan.
Aegon III and the Last Dragon's Fate
Aegon the Younger, later known as Aegon III, witnesses his mother's demise at the jaws of his half-brother Aegon II's dragon, Sunfyre. This traumatic event instills in him a deep fear and animosity towards dragons. Ascending the throne following the near extinction of his family and lords due to dragons, Aegon III is rumored to have despised Lady Rhaena's dragon Morning at the conclusion of the Dance. However, the speculation surrounding his alleged poisoning of the Last Dragon remains uncertain.
As the Last Dragon barely outlives a single reign, details about her remain scarce. Legend suggests her skull is among the nineteen dragon skulls displayed in the Red Keep's throne room.
Aftermath of the Last Dragon
Within the Game of Thrones realm, some believe that magic waned with the Last Dragon's demise, altering the seasons as noted by Ser Arlan. According to him, the Westerosi summers shortened, and winters grew harsher after the dragons' disappearance.
Dragons in the World of Game of Thrones
In 259 AC, during the reign of Aegon V and Ser Duncan as Lord Commander, the Targaryens gather at Summerhall in an attempt to hatch seven petrified dragon eggs. The King sought dragons as a deterrent against potential threats from the nobility. However, the hatching ritual spiraled out of control, leading to the destruction of Summerhall and the deaths of King Aegon V and Ser Duncan.
Daenerys Targaryen resurrects dragons beyond Lhazar by hatching three fossilized dragon eggs, naming the hatchlings after her deceased husband and brothers. As per HBO's Game of Thrones lore, Drogon outlives his siblings, with Viserion and Rhaegal meeting their ends in Westeros. Presently, Drogon stands as the sole surviving dragon in the Known World.
House of the Dragon Season 2 debuts on June 16 at 9/8c on HBO and Max.