House of the Dragon Episode 4 Trailer: Will a Rumor Derail Rhaenyra’s Claim to the Throne?

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HBO's House of the Dragon has zeroed in on the politics of Westeros in a big way.

Through three episodes, Rhaenyra has been named heir to the throne while her uncle battles to shore up his claim to it.

Then there's Otto, who is trying to get in the King's ear to get his grandson, Aegon, on the throne.

The Lies Mount - House of the Dragon

There's another time jump on the horizon, and it makes sense after House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 3.

House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 4 puts Viserys on the spot as he tries to navigate the ever-changing dynamics in Westeros.

At the Tree - House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 3

Aegon is around three years old when the next episode picks up, so there's no chance he will be ruling any time soon.

However, Otto always plays very different angles to get the people he wants in power.

Could he be the person to spread what looks to be a rumor about Rhaenyra?

Rhaenyra was named heir to the throne on House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 1, and there's been much discourse about it.

The New Queen - House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 3

Rhaenys was overlooked regarding the throne because she is a female.

There have been similar complaints about Rhaenyra, but Viserys will not hear of it. He wants his daughter on the throne if he passes, but so much will change between now and then.

We see Alicent claiming Rhaenyra is not as deceitful as she's being portrayed, which should make for some good TV.

Thankfully, Daemon is back in King's Landing, and we can only imagine the drama coming with him.

Daemon Spars - House of the Dragon Season 1 Episode 1

He was less than thrilled about Viserys sending troops to the Stepstones at the tail end of the war with the pirates.

What will he do to get back at his brother?

We also see boats and dragons in the trailer and people being told to hide for cover.

Check out the clip below.

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House of the Dragon Quotes

As the first century of the Targaryen dynasty came to a close The health of the Old King, Jaehaerys, was failing. In those days, House Targaryen stood at the height of its strength with ten adult dragons under its yoke. No power in the world could stand against it. King Jaehaerys reigned over nearly 60 years of peace and prosperity but tragedy had claimed both his sons Leaving his succession in doubt. So, in the year 101 The Old King called a Great Council to choose an heir. Over a thousand lords made the journey to Harrenhal. Fourteen succession claims were heard But only two were truly considered. Princess Rhaenys Targaryen, the King's eldest descendant and her younger cousin, Prince Viserys Targaryen The King's eldest male descendant. It is declared by all lords paramount and lords vassal of the Seven Kingdoms That Prince Viserys Targaryen be made Prince of Dragons tone! Rhaenys, a woman, would not inherit the Iron Throne. The lords instead chose Viserys my father. Jaehaerys called the Great Council To prevent a war being fought over his succession. For he knew the cold truth. The only thing that could tear down the House of the Dragon was itself.

Rhaenyra

Alicent: Did you read it?
Rhaenyra: Of course, I read it.
Alicent: When Princess Nymeria arrived in Dorne, who did she take to husband? Rhaenyra: A man.
Alicent: What was his name?
Rhaenyra: Lord Something.
Alicent: If you answer with "Lord Something," Septa Marlow will be furious.
Rhaenyra: She's funny when she's furious.
Alicent: You're always like this when you're worried.
Rhaenyra: Like what?
Alicent: Disagreeable. You're worried your father is about to overshadow you with a son.
Rhaenyra: I only worry for my mother. I hope for my father that he gets a son. As long as I can recall, it's all he's wanted.
Alicent: You want him to have a son?
Rhaenyra: I want to fly with you on dragon back see the great wonders across the Narrow Sea And eat only cake.
Alicent: I'm being serious.
Rhaenyra: I never jest about cake.
Alicent: You aren't worried about your position?
Rhaenyra: I like this position. It's quite comfortable.
[Alicent gets up to leave.]
Rhaenyra: Where are you going?
Alicent: Home. The hour has grown late.
Rhaenyra: Princess Nymeria led her Rhoynar across the Narrow Sea on 10,000 ships to flee their Valyrian pursuers. She took Lord Mors Martell of Dorne to husband and burned her own fleet off Sun spear to show her people that they were finished running.
Alicent: So you remember.
[Rhaenyra rips a page from the book.]
Alicent: If the Septa sees this book then...
Rhaenyra: Fuck the Septa.
Alicent: Rhaenyra!

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