If you’re into ‘Game of Thrones’ or ‘House of the Dragon’, you’ve got something new to look forward to this year. The world of Westeros has brought yet another expansion to their universe, ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’, to the screen, and this time, the spotlight isn’t on kings or conquerors — it’s on Ser Duncan the Tall (Dunk) and his quick-witted young squire, Egg. Before you jump in, let’s break down who Egg really is, how he’s part of the Targaryen family tree, and what this new series is all about.
Who is Egg?
First, let’s unpack the secret behind Dunk’s young squire. At first glance, Egg’s just another stable boy, desperate to become Dunk’s squire. He seems ordinary, kind of invisible in a world obsessed with bloodlines and banners. But that’s just a cover. Egg’s true name? Prince Aegon Targaryen. And one day, he’ll wear the crown as King Aegon V Targaryen.That twist matters a lot. It means Egg isn’t just tagging along for an adventure; he’s actually part of the legendary Targaryen dynasty that ruled Westeros for centuries. The show takes place around 209 AC, long after the dragons have died out but while the Targaryens still sit on the Iron Throne. Their power’s fading, but their name still echoes everywhere.Egg hides who he is while he travels with Dunk, choosing to live like a regular kid instead of a pampered prince. That choice shapes him; it lets him see the world from the ground up, not the top down. It’s not something most royals ever get to experience.
How is Egg related to Daenerys Targaryen ?
If you watched ‘Game of Thrones’, you know Daenerys, the Mother of Dragons, breaker of chains, all that. Here’s the family connection: Egg (Aegon V) is actually Daenerys’s great-great-grandfather. As the bloodline goes according to ‘Ice and Fire’, after Egg, the line goes to his son Jaehaerys II, then to King Aerys II (a.k.a. the Mad King), and finally to Daenerys herself. So, that boy riding around as Dunk’s squire? He’s basically the ancestor of one of the most famous characters in TV history.In fact, Egg’s also connected to another Targaryen queen, Rhaenyra Targaryen.‘House of the Dragon’ dives into the Targaryen civil war. Yes, the Dance of the Dragons, where Rhaenyra fights her half-brother for the throne. Egg connects to Rhaenyra through a few generations: he’s her great-great-great-grandson. The family line runs from Rhaenyra and Daemon down to their son Viserys, then to Daeron II, on to Maekar I (Egg’s dad), and finally to Egg. So, while he’s a few steps removed, Egg is still directly descended from those dragon-riding royals at the heart of ‘House of the Dragon’.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: What is it about
Most ‘Game of Thrones’ stories are packed with brutal wars and political backstabbing. This one is different. Inspired by George R.R. Martin’s ‘Tales of Dunk and Egg’, the show takes a quieter, more personal approach.Dunk’s a hedge knight, no fancy titles, no fortune, just a big heart and an even bigger sword. He wants to prove he’s worthy, not just to others, but to himself. Along the way, he meets Egg, who’s hiding his royal blood. Together, they travel across Westeros, hitting up tournaments, dodging trouble, and building a bond that changes them both.The story’s set in a rare peaceful stretch of Westerosi history, decades after the Targaryen civil war, way before the chaos of ‘Game of Thrones’. Dragons are gone. The Targaryens still rule, but their grip’s slipping. There’s a sense that the old glory is fading, but the world hasn’t totally forgotten it.
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