Weve all heard of the idea that progress isn’t linear.

This was an ongoing theme in the first season ofHouse of the Dragon.

It would seem that those in opposition to bettering society were pulling ahead.

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The notion that true advancement isnt linear comes up a lot when it comes to societal and political change.

In some ways, it seemed like the domino effects of change were already occurring as a result.

Its clear, then, that the progress is, in fact progress.

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There was one moment in the season finale, in particular, that highlights this.

This isnt unlike things we see in the world today.

This feels like a major loss, a failed attempt.

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Were surely going to see quite a bit more fighting when the series returns for Season 2.

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