The writers of the Recreation of Thrones prequel promised loads extra dragons than what was within the authentic collection, and so they definitely delivered.
In Home of the Dragon season 1 we noticed ten dragons – 9 alive, plus the enormous cranium of Balerion, the Black Dread. The HBO collection is predicted to indicate seventeen dragons in whole, that means we’re assembly a number of new fire-breathing beasts within the second season.
In response to Targaryen legend, the dragons have been born in volcanoes in Valyria. Different theories recommend that they have been created by historical sorcerers utilizing blood magic. As soon as, the winged monsters inhabited all identified lands, however progressively, their inhabitants was restricted solely to the Valyrian empire.
After the destruction of Valyria, the one dragons that survived have been these belonging to the Targaryen household. Aegon the Conqueror and his sisters settled on Dragonstone with 5 beasts. Though the winged reptiles gave the household energy, they quickly started to degenerate and die out.
Nevertheless, throughout Home of the Dragon, the Targaryens nonetheless have quite a few winged beasts. Right here’s a listing of all of the dragons which have appeared within the collection to date – we’ll replace the article at any time when a brand new fire-breathing lizard debuts on display screen.
If you wish to be taught extra in regards to the upcoming instalment of Home of the Dragon, take a look at our round-up on the second season of the present. We’ve additionally created a helpful character information to maintain observe of an important folks within the present.
Spoilers for Home of the Dragon season 1 beneath.
Which dragons have appeared in Home of the Dragon?
Syrax (Rider: Rhaenyra Targaryen)
The identify of the golden she-dragon is derived from the Valyrian goddess of wine, feasting, insanity, chaos and ecstasy. Syrax, one of many largest and strongest Targaryen dragons, belongs to Queen Rhaenyra, who first took a dragon flight on the age of seven.
Caraxes (Rider: Daemon Targaryen)
The identify of the mighty beast, who has pink scales and a protracted neck, comes from the Valyrian god of the ocean. Caraxes, additionally referred to as the Blood Wyrm, is a robust and historical beast initially ridden by Aemon Targaryen – Daemon’s uncle and Rhaenys’s father. After his loss of life, the Rogue Prince claimed Caraxes, making him his devoted companion.
Meleys (Rider: Rhaenys Targaryen)
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The she-dragon of Princess Rhaenys is an outdated beast with pink scales, pink wings, and copper-coloured fangs, claws and horns. Her identify is derived from the Valyrian goddess of affection and fertility. In her youthful days, she was one of many quickest Targaryen dragons, and though she misplaced this trait with age, she turned crafty and fearless in battle. She is nicknamed the Crimson Queen.
Vhagar (Rider: Aemond Targaryen)
The big she-dragon is one among three beasts taking part within the conquest of Westeros – Queen Visenya rode her. Later, her proprietor was Laena Velaryon, after which she was claimed by Aemond Targaryen, the second son of Alicent Hightower. Vhagar is a bronze beast with vivid inexperienced eyes. In the course of the Dance of the Dragons, she is nearly as huge because the well-known Balerion, the Black Dread.
Vermithor (Unclaimed)
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The dragon of the late King Jaehaerys, grandfather of Viserys and Rhaenys Targaryen resides deep within the caves on Dragonstone. Resulting from his bronze scales and violent nature, he’s nicknamed the Bronze Fury. He’s a strong beast – in measurement, he’s surpassed solely by Balerion and Vhagar. Vermithor has no rider, however within the final episode of season 1, Daemon tries to take management of him.
Vermax (Rider: Jacaerys Velaryon)
He’s a younger dragon with olive-green scales and orange wing membranes. Vermax belongs to the eldest son of Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen.
Seasmoke (Rider: Laenor Targaryen)
He’s the silver dragon claimed by the son of Corlys Velaryon and Rhaenys Targaryen. He confirmed his powers in battle in opposition to the Crab Feeder in the course of the Battle for the Stepstones. It’s unclear to whom the Seasmoke belongs now.
Arrax (Rider: Lucerys Velaryon)
He’s a dragon claimed by the second son of Rhaenyra. In response to George Martin, he has pearl-white scales, golden eyes and breathes yellow hearth. Arrax is younger and inexperienced, as proven by his battle with Vhagar, which he in the end misplaced – resulting in the demise of each the dragon and Lucerys.
Dreamfyre (Rider: Helaena Targaryen)
Dreamfyre, a silver-blue beast, was initially owned by the granddaughter of Aegon the Conqueror. A few years later, Dreamfyre was claimed by Helaena, the daughter of Viserys and Alicent Hightower. Through the years, she has laid many eggs, a few of which have been stolen. In response to some theories, the eggs gifted to Daenerys in Recreation of Thrones may come from Dreamfyre.
Moondancer (Rider: Baela Targaryen)
She is a younger feminine dragon who belongs to the daughter of Prince Daemon and the deceased Laena Velaryon. Moondander has pale inexperienced scales and pearl horns. She is small and light-weight however agile and quick.
Balerion (useless)
Initially, he was the dragon of Aegon the Conqueror. Balerion was a big, black monster who breathed black hearth, and his identify referred to the Valyrian god of the underworld. In response to descriptions in George R.R. Martin’s books, he possessed fangs so long as swords and jaws so massive it may swallow a mammoth. He destroyed the fortress of Harrenhal and helped forge the Iron Throne. Due to his color and terrifying talents, he was referred to as the Black Dread. After Aegon’s loss of life, he had a number of different riders – the final being King Viserys I. Balerion solely appeared as a skeleton within the Home of the Dragon.
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What number of dragons do the Blacks and the Greens have?
Within the final episode of Home of the Dragon season 1, Daemon sums up what number of dragons each events have. Taking into consideration his calculation and data from Martin’s books, the listing seems to be as follows:
Dragons of the Rhaenyra’s get together (The Blacks):
Claimed: Syrax, Caraxes, Meleys, Vermax, Arrax, Tyraxes, Moondancer
Unclaimed: Vermithor, Seasmoke, Silverwing
Younger dragons: Stormcloud, Morghul, Shrykos
Wild Dragons: Gray Ghost, Sheepstealer, Cannibal
Rhaenyra’s get together additionally has 4 dragon eggs, which got to Rhaena Targaryen for safekeeping. The writers have now confirmed that three of those eggs home the dragons that belong to Daenerys Targaryen, a few years later.
Dragons of the Alicent’s get together (The Greens):
Claimed: Vhagar, Sunfyre, Dreamfyre, Tessarion
As you may see, presently Rhaenyra’s get together has a particular benefit when it comes to dragons. The wild beasts are notably fascinating, as they’re extraordinarily harmful and have by no means had riders. Since Daemon talked about them, there’s a likelihood that they may seem in future seasons.
