After thedeath of her lover, Harwin Strong (Ryan Corr), Rhaenyra realizes she is all alone.
The entire royal family gathers in Driftmarkfor her funeral.
Rhaenyra proposes they marry and stage Laenors murder.
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This is presumably to keep their wedding a secret, although all of their children are in attendance.
Daemon cuts his hand, so their blood can mix together.
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These ceremonies are overseen by Septons, and can have a female officiant.
However, its not the only Valyrian tradition that weve seen onHouse of the Dragonso far.
The traditional hunt to celebrate Aegon II Targaryens second birthday dates back to another ancient custom.
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Aegons son, Maegor the Cruel, is known as the last polygamous Targaryen King.
During Maegors reign, the extremist Faith Militant movement attempted to discredit his rule.
He was overthrown by his nephew, Jaehaerys I Targaryen, who was already married to his own sister.
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The consequences of the Faith Militants quarrels with incestuous relationships have consequences inGame of Thrones.
She is publicly shamed for her crimes in the Season 5 finale, Mothers Mercy.
A Royal Insult?
Its clear in Driftmark that the friendship between Rhaenyra and Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke) is beyond mending.
