However, Criston is not in the mood to be blackmailed.
He angrily responds to Joffrey and ruthlessly beats him to death in front of the crowd.
Laenor weeps by his lovers side, and the ceremony is closed off.
Laenor and Rhaenyra are wed in a private ordeal as they react to the shocking events.
Several of the primary lead characters on the series are being recast with older counterparts.
Heres everyone thats being switched out starting next week with The Princess and the Queen.
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Rhaenyra Targaryen
Milly Alcock is set to bereplaced byEmma DArcy.
Rhaenyra will have to adjust to her new role as a mother.
Shes also appeared in acclaimed films such asThoroughbreds, Ready Player One, Sound of Metal,andPixie.
Hes best known for his recurring role on the sitcomBack.
Laenor is both shocked and infuriated by Joffreys demise.
Laena Velaryon
Nova Foueillis-Moseappeared as Laenors sister, Laena, earlier in the season.
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Lord Corlys proposes that Viserys I marry his daughter, thus combining their houses and forming a powerful pact.
MartinsFire & Blood, Laena is wed to Daemon as his second wife after the passing of Rhea Royce.
House of the Dragonpremieres new episodes weekly every Sunday on HBO and HBO Max.
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