Alicent Hightower and the battle for the Iron Throne in House of the Dragon

In brief

• Ryan Condal sees Alicent Hightower as the best candidate for the Iron Throne after the Dance of the Dragons.
• Lord Corlys Velaryon is Condal’s second choice to rule Westeros.
• The series, a prequel to Game of Thrones, is based on George R.R. Martin’s Fire & Blood.

GAME-scanner analysis

Ryan Condal, the showrunner of House of the Dragon, has shared his preferences for Westeros’ future ruler. He believes Alicent Hightower, played by Olivia Cooke, has the best chance of claiming the Iron Throne after the turbulent events of the Dance of the Dragons. It’s an interesting turn, given the characters’ complex dynamics and ambitions. Condal’s second choice, Lord Corlys Velaryon, played by Steve Toussaint, highlights the range of contenders and the political intrigue that define the series. It’s important to remember that these are Condal’s opinions and do not necessarily predict how the story will end.

What does this mean for players?

For fans of the series, this means the coming seasons will be crucial for Alicent’s character development. How her choices and their consequences unfold will shape the viewing experience. The tension around the Iron Throne and the struggle for power will no doubt keep audiences hooked, especially with the possibility that season four could be the last.

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