Dark Truth of the Children of The Forrest and Harrenhal | Hidden Secrets of House of the Dragon

House of the Dragon Season 2 has taken us to the Riverlands and Harrenhal and there are some very interesting things going on around the Gods Eye. In this video I dive deep into the Lore to see whats really going on at Harrenhal with Daemon Targaeyn and Alys Rivers. Daemon and Alys are both in Harrenhal and Daemon is having weirwood dreams but is Alys there meddling with Daemon in the same way that Jojen meddled with Bran, Or in the way The Ghost of High Heart meddled with Prince Duncan and Jaehereys and Rhaegar Targaryen? Have the children of the forest been trying to fulfill prophecy as well, and when did it start? This video will contain spoilers from Fire & Blood.
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[@GrayArea]

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[@madyjules]

this was an absolute masterpiece, Gray!!! love your theory videos

[@DLNOT425]

Excellent job!

[@jesseandersen4055]

I also believe caraxes surviving and pulling himself ashore is meant to be a hint that daemon survives.

[@Sisyphus-rq5ew]

Yeah but didn’t daemon leap of caraxes he probably did just get washed away on impact as he was strapped down

[@brooklyncurrys]

@@jesseandersen4055 It’d make more sense for him not to, after all that and his pride of his house he wouldn’t just “disappear” nor do I see the show having him “Ending up with nettles in secret”

[@alissabaker9784]

​@@brooklyncurrysdid you see the video of nettles being leaf and daemon potentially being a blood raven? It's pretty convincing!

[@jesseandersen4055]

@brooklyncurrys based on the fact that he disappears at the isle of faces, the fact that his great grandson is the greenseer before bran, his body is never found, the parallels between him and bloodraven, and the seemingly bloody weirwood paste he drinks at Harrenhall which really seems to parallel jojen paste I think there's a chance he is the greenseer before blood raven.

[@aminiqbal4907]

​@jesseandersen4055 this

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The scream I let out when Alisha started doing the Ghost of High Heart voice 😂😂😂 I was unprepared but loved every second

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Thst was fire

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It was really bad idk wtf you’re talking about.

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Who else gets excited every time there’s a new video up? Gray Area is the David Attenborough of game of thrones 😂 goat of narrating

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[@Dylanlemay]

Love the way you explain and break everything down

[@GrayArea]

Thank you❤️

[@EmoryNester]

JS....George R. R. Martin admitted that his favorite Targaryen is indeed Daemon, and he briefly went into detail as to what made Daemon stand out to him so significantly. It's common for authors to become attached to their characters regardless of how they're written, and regardless of what the Targaryens have done throughout the Game of Thrones universe, Martin has admitted that Daemon stands out above the rest.

[@SouthernPioneer1965]

Exactly.. so why would he give him such a non important death. So uneventful. I think Grey is into something for sure .

[@EmoryNester]

@@SouthernPioneer1965 absolutely

[@persephone342]

He wouldn’t. What’s better than a restless, aimless soul finding their true place on the board of the Game of Thrones?

[@bradkempton7905]

This is a pretty good theory. However, you're forgetting something about visions and dreams within the world of ice and fire. They're never cut and dry. They are usually fragmented and very much open to interpretation. Melisandre says as much when she brings John back to life. It's likely that Alys didn't tell Aemond about his death simply because she didn't know about it. I do agree with your theory about Nettles being Leaf and Daemon surviving and becoming the 3 eyed raven. Blood Raven had to be trained by somebody himself, and Daemon makes sense. They're basically the same person, and I don't believe that's a coincidence on GRRM's part.

[@vs6584]

I love the magical elements of GoT. There's such an air of mystique about them due to how unexplored they are.

[@allthingstoi3117]

This aged well after the finale! You always nail these theories.

[@xa25ja]

You always have the best analysis. Please forgive me for saying this, but your voice is so lovely, soothing, relaxing. Thank you for all that you do.🙏🏽[edited for grammar]

[@GrayArea]

Wow, thank you!

[@lanaaugustine8117]

Didn't daemon have a crown of wood on his head

[@thehappyolive]

Amen to that!

[@aegontargaryen9322]

I know what you mean GrayAreas voice is soooo relaxing . I could listen all day long

[@dgg2999]

This storyline about Daemon Aemond & Alys is the most fascinating to me. From Daemon’s whole demeanor change to Aemond being almost like under a spell. Glad to see the show go the mystical route & mentioning Daemon’s dreams. I hope the show continues the magic & dreams. Who knows maybe at the end Daemon will end up as the 3 eyed crow

[@fanpiresam482]

If Daemon did become the 3 eyed crow before blood raven maybe they meet in the north like bran met blood raven and Daemon-crow gets bloodraven to trust him by telling him not to cut him down with his own sword. I just want more Dark Sister lore.

[@littleozarksfarmstead]

What if Daemon became the Night King? Blood Raven being Daemon's "Night King's Hand" beyond The Wall.

[@persephone342]

@@littleozarksfarmsteadthat would be very interesting indeed. Although Dave and Dan emphatically stated that the Night King was a Stark. However, the Knight King isn’t the same as The Knight’s King. That possessive in Knight’s tells me that the King was chosen by his men, or his knights. He’s their King. If we look at Daemon, he was the “King” of his men. Even though they didn’t call him King, the majority remained loyal to him. It wasn’t because they feared him like they did Blood Raven, it’s because he was always taking care of his men. He wins the River Lands by being with them at Harrenhall and working beside his men. He listens to them and wrangles their crazy asses in! 😂😂

[@tajhstallworth3141]

The Alisha cameo made me spit out my coffee in public. Y’all are wild Gray!

[@Airhead348]

I agree Nettles will be in the show. They've teased her in the bars and brothels in each season. She walks in before Ulf you see her black curly hair from behind.

[@fortelewisandrew2426]

My choice for Nettles is Delaney Hayles who played Claudia so masterfully in season 2 of Interview with the Vampire 🧛‍♂️. I saw some familiar character traits of this beloved fan favorite especially during her ill-fated trial. Her chemistry with Matt Smith would be palpable to see on screen.

[@Elle-tb8ti]

@@fortelewisandrew2426Yes!!!!!!

[@ianneufville3789]

Wacth the seen again you see the girl in the window drop a sack of gold coins to a girl that is waiting who hands the sack to the girl with the black curls you are talking about she walks past ulf into the ale house , that was prostitutes of the ale house ether whoring or stealing from a customer.

[@brittney4u932]

I love this!!!

[@jaikakkar7393]

Another amazing video. Loved the special shoutout to the OG grayarea stans from 2018 about Melisandre being from hardhome!!!

[@lyannatargaryen3223]

Yes, I remember that video, brilliant! She's so good at putting the pieces together from all throughout the timeline and bloodlines. Also, pretty sure she cracked the code with the prophecies surrounding Dany.

[@ivypac]

Alys River giving Melisandre vibes for sure! And Daemon having green seer abilities. 😮...🤯..yes ❤

[@maliceinwonderland00]

Well if Alys Rivers is 400 years old potentially. Melisandre was 400 in GOT so that can't be her. Although it's possible I think it's someone similar to melisandre but not Melisandre herself. Although how cool would it be if it was Melisandre!

[@heartlesslove9084]

​@@maliceinwonderland00she is not melisandre but according to actress alys is 400 years old.

[@maliceinwonderland00]

@@heartlesslove9084 Yes of course I was not disagreeing with you just adding to it.

[@PistachioDean]

Say what you will about Ep 03, but I am LIVING for all this Harrenhal content. It's my personal favourite Westerosi castle and it's full of lore and mystery, and I'm glad it's getting the love it deserves. I love the cinematography of season 2 as well, it really adds to Harrenhal's character, this hauntingly beautiful castle

[@brothercharlesjohnson]

Expert level theory crafting as usual! ❤️❤️❤️ Add to this the crown Daemon wore that he gave up to Viserys… foreshadowing if it was made out of weirwood but maybe it was just some other substance. I love the idea of the Rogue Prince being the next 3 Eyed Raven… that children of the forest cave that Arienne finds could have been used in the show, like if they lose the Long Night at Winterfell and flee to regroup in that cave network at the God’s Eye… just random thoughts…

[@GrayArea]

@@brothercharlesjohnson I DIDNT EVEN THINK OF THAT!

[@brothercharlesjohnson]

@@GrayArea this is high praise coming from you… I mentioned something you didn’t think about! Wow. Honestly I’m star struck cause you’re a whole Archmaester of the Citidel with your theory crafting and knowledge… I’m just honored to be your sweet summer child and along for the ride! I always enjoy your videos after I watch the show episodes I am so full afterwards gorging myself on the lore! You always give us the juice to get through the Long Night! ❤️❤️

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Best GOT/HOTD KZbinr hands DOWN!!

[@GrayArea]

Thank you so much for the compliment. Lots of giants out there!

[@Nooooooooooooooooooooo7913]

@@GrayArea and you definitely stand out among them

[@leslieshE]

Love that you connected Meera's "you died in that cave" with Alys' line. Makes so much sense. Fingers crossed you're right !

[@susanmartin3762]

This has been the most awesome "story" from these books, that I've ever experienced! You my dear, are a true Story Teller! I've never sat and just listened to somebody telling such a great story. Your insight for these books is otherworldly! Hail to you Lady Gray. I think you are 100% correct about Daemon. Wow! Thankyou❤

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There is SO MUCH content in this videoooo. Mother is WORKING.

[@codymarrie]

You are my truest north to guide me through the night! Top three fave channels of all time for me. Thank you, diva!!!

[@KingOfWinter]

It’s crazy, this man (Harren the black) built probably the greatest castle Westeros (maybe even the world depending on what the five forts are truly like) had ever seen and didn’t build not one, NOT ONE dragon crossbow (those big crossbow looking things used to kill dragons used by Cersei, Euron and even the Greens on the latest episode of HOTD). During a time when a family still had known dragons in the world. The man deserved what he got lol

[@Smarterthanyew]

Scorpions

[@WhitneyAllisonGG]

It's the dragon blood Alys Rivers like not Aemond himself. The Prince that was Promised has to be equal blood of fire and blood of Ice. Basically a child of Targaryen and Stark.

[@SouthernPioneer1965]

It would make sense considering if the knight king was a stark to begin with. Then his blood and the blood of the dragon mix, because we already know Targharyen blood has magic bonded to it .

[@babushka_OG]

Clicked as fast as I could. I have been waiting for more of Gray's LORE! Aka=facts!Ty

[@aworldofmoirairene7655]

😂 RIGHT SAME!!

[@babushka_OG]

A dragon having a weirwood dream. I do get entirely too excited about that for some reason. 🤣

[@edwardmartin5860]

What a treat and way 2 start a day.Getting a proper vid from Gray theory is solid love it,love it. ❤ 💯

[@ZestonN]

Bran should've never left the Tree, He was meant to be The Three-Eyed Raven, not the king. He was neither physically nor mentally fit to be king. His body was broken and his mind stayed in the Tree, even after his body was taken out. Westeros should've been Rulerless for a generation.

[@kjeneen79]

Bran had no choice in leaving the tree. The Night King and white walkers and the army of the dead were literally chasing him.

[@persephone342]

@@kjeneen79plus he can hookup at the Weirwood in Kingslanding. Well, at least in the show version. I thought that Maegor chopped down the Weirwoods. But I could be wrong.

[@kjeneen79]

@persephone342 I don't know about any weirwoods in King's Landing. As you know they worshipped the 7 there. But it appears Bran didn't need it like you said.

[@ieatzebraarah]

If Nettles is Leaf and she tells him about the Song of Ice & Fire that Rhaenyra name drops that could convince him to change course to the threat in the north

[@HouseoftheWerewolf]

The actress portraying Alys Rivers delivers an outstanding performance, skillfully embodying the character with depth and nuance. Her ability to match Matt Smith’s on-screen presence is particularly impressive, showcasing her talent and elevating their scenes together. Her portrayal of the mysterious, magical, and eerie witch is captivating, making her a breakout star and a standout in the series.

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I love your content girl, u always make my day !

[@curtthechameleon]

You always explore the good stuff. Thanks for that.

[@GrayArea]

My pleasure!

[@lyannatargaryen3223]

Brilliant as usual! Thank you for keeping the juice fresh and plentiful! I miss the opening of the wolf howling.

[@justinperrone3885]

I KNEW it was coming!!! I’m so happy the show is giving us what we need. Thank you as always :)

[@ianthorpe1925]

I absolutely LOVE this Daemon theory. If they show him survive or transcend in the show(I don't think they will). I will freak out!

[@efrent-vr3bm]

I like GrayArea’s Daemon theory too, but on the show Alys Rivers already prophesied he will die near that weirwood tree

[@samanthaashley2505]

@@efrent-vr3bm true. i would die if they made it a metaphorical "death" and embraced the more magical elements of the story but it seems less likely. at the same time it would be so ironic given daemon's practicality and total disregard for viserys' belief in prophecy

[@tiffanyd124]

@@efrent-vr3bmyeah but it was the kind of “ you will die “ like “ you died in that cave”

[@persephone342]

@@tiffanyd124The dragons represent death and rebirth in mythology. Also the death is metaphorical instead of literal. If Daemon dies to his old self, and survives the fight at The God’s Eye, then his death is to self, and his resurrection to becoming the 3 Eyed Raven.

[@daniela5461]

Girl, your interpretations are top notch! Makes me see things in a totally new way and i love every minute of it.

[@khaleazy3550]

This was a great video. Love how knowledgeable you are about the deep lore. Definitely curious to how Daemon’s story plays out. I took Alys words to mean the show was taking the most simple route. We’ve talked about him before and while my theory is a lot simpler than yours I do believe it holds merit.

[@GrayArea]

Glad you enjoyed it! Theories are what makes the wait fun! Doesnt have to be true! But the fact it could be is fun af!!!! LFG we are so back

[@ayeshiaharris2795]

You ALWAYS !! Gives us the legit Tea!!! I love Teflon just as much as

[@murrayd3152]

This is good story telling! And dope interpretations!!

[@AETTEW]

You, bridge4 and Alt Shift X are THE best in the ASOIAF universe! Top level top quality 👍👍👍

[@shaneoconnell9279]

Rhaegar corresponding with Aemon till the near bitter end of a many centuries long watch, pass that baton Targaryens

[@gleann_cuilinn]

I am so excited to see what they do with Alys Rivers because she is such an enigma in the book. I bet she and Larys are working together on some weirwood magic scheme. They grew up in Harrenhall hearing the whispers of the dead weirdwoods... and isn't it strange how Alys takes Aemond's "seed" and then both he and Daemon conveniently take each other out? so many mysteries

[@Shelly-mz9yf]

Thank you Gray 4 coming back and explaining......you've always gave a true narrative. So glad you're back 😀

[@torreslol9171]

Crazy conclusion this was something I was speculating as soon as harrenhall was mentioned so much in season 1 and the lastest episodes

[@centurynotes1677]

Yo the voices you guys make when you're reading captions just tickle me! 😂😂😂

[@grumpynoodlejen5616]

Always perfection! I've been watching you since 2016 -2017❤

[@alexc3070]

Such an amazing and informative vid. Thanks ❤

[@lunacascade1125]

This was awesome. Many thanks❤

[@GrayArea]

Thank you so much! More juice to come!

[@stephaniespain9849]

Girl I have missed you so much!!

[@elliecoffin616]

Girl that was a video!! Got the gears in my head working lmao

[@marleymarsss]

I love these videos so much

[@possumpoppy]

I love your story telling. So good to listen to. Thankyou❤

[@yomi1918]

This was the perfect accompaniment for tonight’s episode!

[@itsmeaubree]

I loved this very much. I think this is a good theory and I hope we find out this season!

[@dereckwallace1428]

I'm so glad you're back with new posts...excellent

[@Kikithewildling]

Really enjoying the new content and I’m so glad that you’re back. You really have helped me understand so much about this story/world and I love hearing your theories. Thank you. ❤️🐉

[@Dramasquared]

Thank you for making sense of the lore and explaining how the conflict in Westeros came to be.

[@heathermason9311]

Love this channel!

[@IndieByrdN7]

I think so too. Death is only the beginning

[@kvothethebloodless3361]

Awesome video Gray!!!! Always love your content but mix in some old gods weirwood shit and I’m mmwwaaa, give Jadakiss

[@bonghitsandheavyriffs]

"how awful do you have to be for the brakens and the blackwoods to take cause against you" 😂😂

[@dannyi.2945]

May I just say, you have the most soothing voice!

[@SaltyNico920]

I’m with you on these theories Gray!!! Love it, excellent work as always!

[@maggyfrog]

if the children didn't take kindly to r'lhor, what did they think of the foreigners from valyria who worshipped their own set of gods? if the ghost of high heart is indeed a child of the forest, why did she tell a targaryen king that his descendant will become the prince who was promised, which is a prophecy that came from the worshippers of the red god. if the children hate r'lhor, why did one of them gave directions to the targaryens? what were they really planning? and why is she mad that arya?

[@GrayArea]

I think they just don’t like their fire magic and their magic doesn’t work in the Riverlands. Which is why she says you won’t See anything here. Well the only ones that brought the andals to heel were the Valyrians

[@xa25ja]

Great questions!

[@mayaowens3388]

Woo, thanks for the tea, Gray! And yes... I'm an OG GrayArea watcher!!! 😉

[@chloeambrose6728]

My day has been made! I've been waiting on this vid! 😆

[@josephlongbone4255]

I don't particularly want Nettles to be a secret child of the forest or whatever. In fact, I quite like the idea that she's not even part Targaryen; but trains Sheep Stealer the hard way, buy befriending and feeding this intelligent creature until it forms a genuine bond with her (Like Hiccup). An ordinary person who does extraordinary things because all humans are extraordinary, not just the "special magic bloodline."

[@pablonapt3309]

61 yr old Rastaman Fan... first time responding just letting you know you're doing an excellent job very entertaining

[@GrayArea]

Thank you!

[@FastNCurious88]

So happy I found your channel! Thank you for your dedication 🎉 This sh^t ain't easy and I appreciate you tremendously. I also loveeeee your voice. You been in my bedtime playlist since last night ❤

[@efrent-vr3bm]

I think we should wait for confirmations of theories to come directly from George, not Ryan Condal Great video as always

[@EmoryNester]

Good shit with the Arya and Leahanna connection.... That scene never sat right with me and IK it was super important. If Leaf was Nettles might Jenny or The Ghost be her and Daemons child? Didn't GRRM say Prince Daemon is one of or his favorite characters along with Blood Raven?

[@finaltouch998]

I could listen to you tell these stories all day.

[@JT_Soul]

I'm a long-time watcher who rarely comments. I mostly like listening to ASoIaF theory videos and absorbing the ideas while doing my hobbies or working out. Anyway, I just wanted to leave a comment to say that I've always enjoyed your content, both on your own channel and in collaboration with other creators. Thanks for your many years of thoughtful, original, and entertaining contributions to this rich community.

[@GreyWasteTim]

First Men has always been too vague a term. I'm of the thought that CotF blood is more important. House Massey is ancient. So old a house that an entire geographic area is named for them - Massey's Hook. And their sigil: you don't get a sigil that corresponds to the Trident for no good reason. And you definitely don't get one corresponding to a Triskelion, one of the most ancient symbols in human history, for no good reason. They are as likely a candidate to have CotF blood in them as any other FM house.

[@GrayArea]

Can’t wait for your video!!!!

[@Nonshin540]

I can't believe you got Alisha to do the voice. I was not expecting that.

[@lauraestrada7279]

@GrayArea Bravo!! FINALLY AND THANK YOU

[@fandommenace9575]

Love the idea of Alys Rivers setting up Aemond and her knowing he would die. So true why would she not despise him. Also love the idea of Daemon the skeptic being the holder of all of the knowledge of the Singers and of The Old Gods ❤️🩸🐉🔥

[@rashelleobey7626]

The fact that a green man made an appearance in the finale is mind boggling! I bet they did rescue him!!!

[@stacyju77]

You are awesome. HBO should pay you to do this🖤💚

[@LizFerguson-xz1mz]

Alison works the magic of wood, and Earth.no ice no fire. She hates both. Ice, and fire. Riverlands.

[@mattohara2123]

Just too good. Keep slaying the game.

[@laynesimons808]

Another crucial point is held within the story of the weirwood knight. Remember? Leanna stark may have gone to the gods eye at that one tourny. When howlan reed was being bullied? It could really show a long term tie to the old gods, the gods eye, and leanna stark as a sort of consort of the old gods.

[@teresa321]

I was not ready for the voice 😂😂😂…. Good job tho 👏🏾lol

[@Karla_Marie]

Thanks for this upload!

[@melanyguzman9140]

I Lovee ur voice , it’s really the only channel I can stan when taking on got or hod ,I think tho it’s cuz “they not like us “ tho love uuuuuu , u need to go audio books fr, sincerely a new summer child 🩷

[@tfagan1660]

I love your voice. You explain it so well

[@carolbriscoe9337]

So many possibilities! I never realized Aegon 's attack on Harrenhall was his first Salvo in unifying Westeros. Thanks for the bit of history. I think I like speculating that Daemon was the first 3 eyed Raven. I'm 💯 p/c sure Bran, King of the 6 kingdons is under their influence. In that way, the Children have regained control of their country.

[@halogamergirl2]

Girl... I hate Sundays but... we have some HotD and then you right after. I wait till a little later to watch because I know you'll have a recap video. You are Targaryen gold.

[@TheFantasticFox822]

Lovely, thank you Grey ❤

[@flyingninjamimejr]

I really hope we get that Aemond bastard baby subplot. Maybe merge it with the Gaemon Palehair plot

[@justineharper3346]

Omg. Thank you Alisha for that cameo. I needed that surprise today 😂😂😂

[@robbobbbbbbbb]

So good, Gray!! Thank you. 🙌🙌🫶

[@monteriorhodes9859]

I just want Grey to read me bedtime stories. Iown give a damn if it's Lama Lama..baby Lama or whatever Glorilla said. Like I know George's writings, from front to back...but it why it sounds so soothing when she reads it. I close my eyes like... hell yeah they all burned😢 keep going😅

[@angelarivera6010]

I kinda hope not. How drawling would it be to be stuck in a tree. Daemons cocky, hot headed, brave, and fierce. What a torturous end.

[@EarnestTargenfyre]

Haha! Same was BloodRaven!

[@candicelehman4907]

Maybe he’s born with it, maybe it’s dragon dream 🎶

[@rltar914]

Always insightful, Thank you for the commentary

[@mcvoss16]

So glad to have grey back active on asoiaf. Love the voice

[@LadyLowe321]

😩 Alicia’s voice at 5:56 scared tf outta me

[@pajasmekal5643]

I loved the whole video, thank you ❤

[@ianthorpe1925]

So... Alys is Mother's Milk?!... The Boys crossover confirmed!