No matter which side wins, the Realm will burn, and men and dragons alike will die.

Who Is Ser Gwayne Hightower?

This means thathe likely spent his time since the tournament in Oldtown.

Gwayne Hightower with a bloody split lip and in armor in House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 4

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Underneath a progressive facade, some old stereotypes prevail.

How Has the Show Changed Gwayne’s Role Compared to the Book?

The first change came from the tournament.

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The reign of House Targaryen begins with this prequel to the popular HBO seriesGame of Thrones.Based on George R.R. Martin’sFire & Blood,House of the Dragonis set nearly 200 years beforeGame of Thrones, telling the story of the Targaryen civil war with King Viserys.

Instead of Daemon, he jousts against Ser Criston, who still unhorsed him.

Changing his opponent to Daemon helps visualize the rivalry between him and Gwayne’s father.

Changing it so Gwayne travels with Cole into the Crownlands is much preferable to his book counterpart’s role.

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He was also present when the Greens' terms were given to Rhaenyraafter Aegon’s coronation.

It sets Gwayne up to be another interesting member of House Hightower.

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