Unfortunately, the nuances of Westerosi politics began to disappear asGame of Thronesheaded towards its conclusion.
Tyrions deceit was more compelling than any of the action sequences featuring the Whitewalkers in Season 8.
However,House of the Dragonhasyet to rivalGame of Thronesin scope.
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The first two episodes are primarily set in Kings Landing.
We also get to learn more about Viserys I through the way that he interacts with his council.
Viserys I is vulnerable, as hes been blindsided by family tragedy.
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This is the time of political maneuvering that makesHouse of the Dragonso exciting.
The kings marriage isnt just a key plot point, but an emotional one.
This shocks his council, who responds with the expected amount of outrage.
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The council realizes that the King has fallen under Ottos corrupting influence.
The King forbids it, citing the danger.
In the pilot, it was apparent that Corlys was willing to back Daemon as the kings heir.
