Who's in Charge of Team Green? House of the Dragon Season 2 Preview - A Song of Ice and Fire

[@mochrimek]

the casting of adult Aemond was fantastic; i’ve been enthralled with Ewan Mitchell’s acting. The subtleties in his dialogue and the way he’s just so SLICK when he’s with other characters is so much fun to watch. Even down to his vocal tone in scenes. and it doesn’t hurt that he’s easy on the eyes. ☺️

[@taytayqueen7024]

I think adult Aegon has been more dynamic in his acting. Aemond I feel like froze in 1 single expression/ vibe the last few episodes

[@susanmartin3762]

I agree. Wasn't it odd tat as children, Aemon was the short and not too handsome kid. Ageon as a kid was the Taller of the two. As adults their physicality switched to compete opposites. Aemon is the tall, lean Aryan lookin demolish one and Aegon is now the shorter, less attractive of the two. I'm Team ⚫️ 🐈‍⬛️ ◼️ ⬛️ ♟️ ▪️ 🖤❤️ all day all night! I'm SO excited for this to start. I know it's going to be over very quickly so I hope it's packed FULL of content!!

[@sayarhmehdi3597]

"To keep an eye on Aemond" Nice one 👏

[@WatashiMachineFullCycle]

Not making an Olivia Cooke joke after the "too many cooks" quip is a Summerhall level tragedy

[@DavidLightbringer]

oh man it was right there

[@nevaehaho61]

@@DavidLightbringer Shame 🔔

[@smpk9667]

I love how you always match the colours with the theme of the videos. You even have the gold colour during Aegon's part.

[@elliecoffin616]

The greens, the insight of too many cooks in the kitchen.

[@pIayingwithmahwii]

LOL Aegon, alicent, Otto, criston cole, aemond, all 5 of them simultaneously think they’re in charge

[@elliecoffin616]

@pIayingwithmahwii they all have their hand on the spoon and they all wanna stir 🤣

[@Jacob-fz5ho]

let them cook

[@Jesussaves7811]

Without Vhagar, the Blacks would have taken KL in a week, so it's without a doubt Aemond.

[@ThommyofThenn]

@@Jacob-fz5ho let *me* cook 😈😜👀

[@motorcitymangababe]

I think the biggest thing to me is that if team green were a little less focused on their personal interests and more focused on utilizing each member as a part to a greater leadership unit they would have been an actually formidable powerhouse.

[@laurelsilberman5705]

Larys’s official job before becoming master of whispers is Lord Confessor, which basically means Torturer In Chief. Yikes. People gloss over that fact waaaaaaaaaay too often when discussing Larys Strong’s role in the Dance of Dragons. He is a man with utterly no scruples, who can torture people day in day out and still interact (relatively) normally with the rest of high society. The fact that his job was to torture information out of prisoners in the Black Cells at the Crown’s behest, and yet he still seemingly limps around smelling flowers relatively unbothered, and even has enough headspace left to be one of the most skilled players in the game of thrones-moving his own pieces around the chess board and imparting truths or half-truths as best suits him-that he has enough time and energy left over to see to his own machinations and desires, shows how truly, sincerely without conscience he is. Yes he’s probably a warg and a greenseer, BUT DONT FORGET WHAT HIS JOB IN THE RED KEEP WAS BEFORE HE GOT PROMOTED. A MAN LIKE THAT CAN NEVER BE FULLY TRUSTED, NO MATTER HOW MANY TIMES YOU LET HIM JERK OFF TO YOUR BARE FEET!!

[@barbaralanders6049]

Lary's Strong, when compared to Lord Petyr Baelish in GoT, makes the latter seem almost likeable...

[@hobbyistfairy1712]

Can never trust larys strong man knows how to kill without a trace

[@itsdodger1176]

I think the greens are like the Lanisters in the modern story, they all think they are uniquely qualified to be in charge and so are always in power struggles in thier own family, but are all begrudgingly working against a common enemy, im sure its going to be exploited for some fun conflict this season.

[@CaseyIshida]

No the blacks are the lannisters, the greens are the baratheons and the velaryons are the Starks held in a captive like situation by rhaenyra’s cause. Rhaenyra had three bastard children and passed them off as legitimate just like Cersei. Vaemond was killed for calling her out and saying that she was usurping the velaryon family’s titles with an illegitimate child of no velaryon heritage. Just like Ned stark. Except vaemond had more reason to care because his own family was getting screwed over, whereas for Ned, it was only his best friend’s family. You can’t support the Starks in Game of thrones and apply that logic to supporting Rhaenyra. That would be a double standard.

[@itsdodger1176]

@@CaseyIshida There are no factions or characters in the fire and blood story that act as a perfect mirror to one in a song of ice and fire, we are supposed to examine the modern conflict through this lense not the other way around, the greens however are purposely written to be similar to the Lanisters, we're supposed to compare them, this doesn't mean they're "bad" or "good" that has never been Martins style of writing, but they are similar, they where written to be. The starks in the modern story aren't even the "good" guys they're just the honorable ones, these characters are just too complex to determine there objective morality.

[@rexibhazoboa7097]

@@itsdodger1176 What do you mean by modern story?

[@itsdodger1176]

@@rexibhazoboa7097 oh I see how that can be unclear, I mean the story from the books that starts in a game of thrones, and that we are still waiting for the continuation of, I think of this as the modern story, and the others like HoTD and Dunk and Egg to be stories about the past of the current story, even though they are being created after the majority of the modern one.

[@janellejulianajoy]

@@CaseyIshida They are not the Lannister's as though Cersei was married to Robert, she was not heir to anything. Rhaenyra is named heir by her father. Why is this conveniently forgotten? The Green's are usurping Rhaenyra, the same person they bent the knee to and this was done at Otto's insistence because he feared Daemon.

[@JoshuaHenelyThornhill]

I don’t tend to comment or interact a lot in your comments but I have to say this : your personality and overall much appreciated swagger in the way you discuss these nerdy matters with so much ease and detail just impress the hell out of me. You are a marvel for this ASOIAF community !

[@DavidLightbringer]

thank you so much!

[@ThommyofThenn]

6:30 actually kinda creepy how Cole is still mad about something like 10 years later

[@DavidLightbringer]

YES yes it is

[@soulsharts]

That sounds like conjecture on your part.

[@JuanPerez-ru5qt]

Cole puts on a mask so he can feel like somehow they fukd up with him and were supposed to back him. And I guess he thinks he has to role with it. I wouldn't get over my nephews for taking my eye, not in 60 years I wouldn't. Probably why nana ate his little soul. She felt the hate flow through him, said if you hate these guys so much chomp, thank you next. Nana is in control of the greens. The dragon dreams are the way dragons manipulate humans. And doing out of pocket things you have to say "I did that" to. I mean they have to be as smart as dogs and dogs do some manipulative stuff. Maybe they are closer to birds though. My golden crown would try to deceive people for fun, had to clip its wings cuz he figured out how to fly on his own. Smart little fella. If he was a dragon westeros would be fukd.

[@hobbyistfairy1712]

You would think a grown man like him get over his crush on a young teenage girl

[@ThommyofThenn]

@@soulsharts Hey there just saw this. I'm curious what you are thinking is not borne out by his behaviour in both the show and book? Admittedly i have read the entire book, but I won't get into spoilers out of consideration for the many new fans who may not have read it yet. However, I feel a lot of his choices and actions support the idea that anger out of being rebuked is a major force driving him. If you reply citing something from the book, please post a warning and put some spaces in before writing them so people don't accidentally get spoiled🤓

[@debragrogan6235]

I like these shorter format videos - I don't always have the patience for the 3hr versions!

[@Mink-yu8nu]

Everyone knows Nana is in charge!!!

[@thing_under_the_stairs]

Seven hells yes! Nobody argues with Nana Vhagar!

[@Foggyriverboi]

Don’t know how I’ve never thought about this, but I just realized that as one of the only known she-dragons, there’s a non-zero chance that Vhagar was Arrax’s mother (or maybe grandmother), making it possible that Aemond and Vhagar both become kinslayers in the same moment

[@athiocordatus9572]

While that detail might have significance in GRRM's magic, some real-life reptiles do become hostile to their own young once they grow up, so it might also be normal.

[@margisama]

I think it's pretty clear given Ages and names that Syrax is the mother of Vermax, Arrax and Tyraxes (the strong boys' dragons) at least in the show. She's a she dragon and still producing clutches. Vhagar is probably too old to breed.

[@margisama]

Tessarion (Daeron's dragon) is also a female.

[@Foggyriverboi]

@@margisama maybe Nana Vhagar is actually grandma or great grandma Vhagar then !

[@kristiankolbjrnsrud4498]

The dragons are probably genderless or genderfluid, and it is mostly a mystery of how they reproduce. Heres a quote from the asoiaf wiki: "Historians, like Septon Barth, Grand Maester Munkun, and Maester Thomax, disagree on the mating habits of dragons. Dragons lay large, scaled eggs to reproduce. According to Archmaester Gyldayn, and agreed upon by Maester Yandel, the ability of a dragon to lay eggs is proof that said dragon is female. When a dragon is never observed to have laid eggs, this is taken as proof that it must have been male. However, according to Barth and Maester Aemon, dragons have no fixed gender, but are “now one and now the other, as changeable as flame”. Barth believed that dragons can change sex at need, but Maester Anson believes this to be erroneous, and states in his Truth that Barth's statement is simply a misunderstood esoteric metaphor."

[@anorangetabby]

Aemond reminds me of a Star Trek Romulan. The Ronulans have emotional control on the surface, but their intense emotions surface often and color their decisions. Aemond and Aegon are both deeply emotional beings. It will be interesting to see how that plays out.

[@konstantinkrastev4478]

a monster made in her bed chamber, wow amazing wording in so many ways. Hats off to you

[@twistedelegance_]

I don't know how they manage to make Aemond look like a goblin with that long pointy nose and jawline. The actor is so handsome in real life 😂

[@jot2689]

@david lightbringer I think Aegon and Aemond’s relationship is a foil to Viserys and Daemon’s relationship. Aegon is smart to keep such a strong sibling close because he knows it makes him more feared while Viserys pushed his strong sibling away making him weaker in the eyes of others.

[@CaylaCommonFolk]

These videos are a nice treat when I normally listen to the livestreams. I like seeing the clips and memes. The editing is A+

[@cat_alyst6306]

Rhaegar that lives with David is honestly giving more Viserys vibes 😂 selling his shit and sleeping on his couch like a beggar King lol

[@ANKAMedien]

one of the few channels where I catch myself thinking "yay, adtime" 😂😂

[@jessjess23brooks89]

If whoever is holding a stuffed dragon is allowed to speak and make decisions at the Green small council... Well everyone is throwing elbows to keep it

[@karenhall4645]

Criston was a much more rational and likeable character until he fell out with Rheanyra. He then became unlikeable and irrational, he bullied Rheanyra's children and killed an old man in the council chamber. What happened to him when he joined Team Green?

[@cecem.9921]

If King Viserys had chosen to allow the people to vote, similar to King Jaehaerys's approach, who do you believe would have been elected: Rhaenyra or Aegon II?

[@garthgreenlung420]

I wish they would’ve explored Criston Cole’s persona as “The Kingmaker” more in season 1. I really think he’s the true kingmaker on team green at least in the books. He was Rhaenyra’s champion and number one supporter and also lord commander of the kingsguard which guarantees you a spot on the small council. When the greens are able to get him to defect to their cause this is a huge boon for Aegon II. This gives his cause much more legitimacy since Rhaenyra’s top supporter is now Aegon’s supporter. Also, he’s beloved by the small folk since he himself isn’t of high birth which gives Aegon legitimacy with the small folk.

[@thatoneblackdude3333]

Just because he's considered low born doesn't mean the common people like him

[@garthgreenlung420]

@@thatoneblackdude3333 except it’s specifically mentioned in the book that he’s a favorite of the commons.

[@thatoneblackdude3333]

@@garthgreenlung420 really? I don't remember that

[@garthgreenlung420]

@@thatoneblackdude3333 it’s not a huge part of his character it’s just mentioned in passing when they introduce him as a fav of the commons at tournament

[@ThommyofThenn]

​@@thatoneblackdude3333I've read the entire series and expanded universe countless times and I have come to realise something. It is almost impossible to remember every bit of expository development and quiet, character moments we get to read. It's like 827821 TB of pure data lol. I know our beloved creators are a highly intelligent group but the way they can recall fine details is really impressive . there is probably some research and preparatory work to be done but they still know a ton even when put on the spot. Loremasters are just epic like that

[@Sunsplash.1217]

Yep Criston Cole is a killer and he likes it . He offered to kill Lord Lanister for Rheanarya when they were in the forest before they encountered the wild 🐗 boar .

[@Nimno74]

So happy to hear a shout-out for Kings and Generals!

[@somersault1123]

At the start of the season: 1 Otto 2 Alicent 3 Larys 4 Aegon 5 Aemond 6 Criston By the end of the season, I think Aegon will be the most powerful member of Team Green and he'll elevate Aemond's status with him. While Otto and Alicent will fall below Larys. I think Otto will attempt to take Alicent down with him since she is most likely the reason he is removed as Hand. I'm probably wrong about Criston specifically because that guy just does whatever he wants. Actually wouldn't be surprised if the show simply makes him King by the end. He's the biggest wild card out of this bunch(which is saying a lot as there are a lot of absolute rogues here) and has the thickest plot armor.

[@Jesussaves7811]

Aegon is toothless without Aemond though. The Blacks thought Aegon was a joke.

[@crystall.411]

@@Jesussaves7811agreed I think Aemond should rank higher and after Otto is fired he might rank lower than both Aemond and Alicent. Cole could definitely be moved to the top position as Aegon will be closer to a puppet. The true question is Larys, my guess is Larys is going to be behind the scenes with his power and eventually play both sides like Littlefinger.

[@jackson857]

27:35 Aemond is 3rd born because Helaena is 2nd born. Aemond is at least 3 years younger than Aegon.

[@connormcmurphy4276]

I just realized, @10:27…we actually see the burnt corpse of Lord Lyonel Strong being carted away. We are a rotund looking man, with a bit of a belly, laying beneath a shroud that is blood soaked…and I believe the head shows a bearded man, with a balding scalp, though much of the features are either burnt away…OR the shroud is actually covering his face, and what I’m seeing as his beard is just blood smears on the shroud. Either way, I’d never realized that they DO show that… I tried to peep the other body, which presumably would be Harwin…but from what little I can make out it seems like maybe the limbs are missing? Perhaps he was much more significantly burnt because he was actually directly exposed to the flames whilst lyonel was in a room filling with smoke? Very dark. Larys Strong is a fucking MONSTER

[@joejohnson6210]

First time finding your channel. It all just works my friend. The look, the humor, the wit, all of it. Keep it up

[@anorangetabby]

Otto and Alicent's schemes and influence will come to an abrupt halt when Aegon realizes that he has all of the power, now that he is king. That will make the Hightowers finally understand that the "idea that we control the dragons is an illusion." In order of influence: 1) Aegon- King Chaos will look to more aggressive influencers as the war rages on. 2) Criston Cole- He will be one of the primary advisors that Chaos turns to. 3) Because of this Alicent may still have some sway on her son, through Cole. Though I suspect even that will dwindle as more and more people die. 4) Aemond- will wield considerable power over the war, and his brother's mindset, due to his status as Vhagar's rider. This combined with being the only other dragonlord involved in the fighting (currently) on Team Green will ensure that Aegon heeds his brother's counsel. 5) Otto may still be able to push his grandson towards his (Otto's) own goals if he can get his daughter to agree with him, and then use her dog, Cole to convince the king. 6) Larys- is an absolute wildcard and could fit anywhere on this list. He will eventually make himself indisposable to Aegon, during his hour of greatest need, thereby cementing his influence and power over the king, but that will only be sustained until Aegon is no longer useful to Larys.

[@reignorshine.]

Ha ha I always pictured Viserys as a couch surfer but damn even Rhaeger fell on some hard times.

[@NotoriousTim]

I really like your reading Rhaegar ads. Thanks for the video david, please keep it up you're appreciated around here.

[@OwnedbyCorgis]

When a dragon dies I suffer as bad as when one of my pets die. I don’t know how I’m going to handle this show 😢

[@queenxx1690]

With Black it is also split because it is Rhaenyra who sits but it is Daemond who boss her around really giving her ideas what to do

[@DavidLightbringer]

The power is more consolidated on the black side because they have a strong monarch, so it's basically Rhaenyra and Daemon. Corlys and Rhaenys pretty much do as theyre told, but we did discuss the possibility of Corlys disagreeing with Rhaenyra in the team black preview we did last week

[@VedicaArya]

He rides Alicent pretty hard. 💯

[@Atinyshark]

My birthday gift to myself is a short squisher membership. Love the channel, your theories and Cleo the Pink Dread. I've seen mention of another menace of a bird, but they aren't allowed on screen? Wonder why and what their name is🤭 Stay squishy!

[@DavidLightbringer]

that's Goose, he's very noisy and his sounds get picked up by the mic very well. Cleo tends to be quiet, that's the difference. Goose is actually better behaved and thank you!

[@Atinyshark]

@@DavidLightbringer Ahh, I really like hearing the bird noises in the background but can definitely see how that would bother others🤭

[@velvetalex4766]

I mean, they’re not all on the same page, from the very beginning, which is their downfall. If Aegon was smart he’d have secretly contacted Rhaenyra and offered Otto and Aemond up as sacrifices for his life. He could have retired to Dragonstone and drank himself into a stupor. It was all the voices in his ear. No one leveled with him. They wanted their own power to be the one true power. I’m not saying Rhaenyra was a perfect ruler, she also listened to idiots she shouldn’t have. But she wasn’t a drunken woman abuser.

[@Jesussaves7811]

Of course he wouldnt, but Aemond could legit pull a Maegor with Vhagar and take the throne if he wanted.

[@siewmj1]

He still need to content with daemon and rhaenys lol

[@manyeyedcrow9391]

Based on how the war started, maybe Nana Vhaegar is actually in charge. I think Larys is set up to be the most influential political figure, with Criston having the most military influence.

[@Valkanna.Nublet]

With the pictures saying only "All must choo" I can't help thinking "I choo choo choose you." 23:47 timestamp for those wondering what I mean.

[@WeesanTV]

Comments helps the algorithm Lightbringer here helps the ASOIAF community

[@LadyAltaria]

Yes, they are a mess… that’s why i love them. I do think Rhaenyra should be on the throne, but the character drama from the Greens is so intense and delicious that I can’t help but be more interested in them

[@miguelcorres338]

I think that during the war not only will Otto lose his position as hand of the king. But will literally lose his hand and later become the Sheppard. The one who leads the death of dragons in the dragon pit.

[@albarron4022]

I much prefer these produced vids over the livestreams. I know they’re probably not as lucrative and are time consuming to make but imho this is where your talent truly lies.

[@tinahs8269]

You could draw many parallels between Larys in this story and a combination of Varys/Littlefinger in the GOT era of the story.

[@thing_under_the_stairs]

Varys + Littlefinger =Larys. I don't think it's a coincidence...

[@rogermazuca4582]

Plus they're both Lord of Harrenhall

[@darrellwalker4053]

Night gathers and my watch begins

[@darrellwalker4053]

The new theory Im formulating is how much or little House Hightower controls westerns ...and then how . Pre-Targaryen I think they pulled the strings of the realm ..without a throne or Crown .

[@MucunguziOwen]

I actually see a well co-ordinated team with each individual having a role to play 🤔

[@emlynperson3976]

isn't it the head of house hightower who pushed otto to make aegon king at the hunting party for aegon's name day ?

[@veenachandrasekaran5650]

Watching after S02E02 of HOTD: 16:30-16:40 - you totally called it!! 😁

[@DavidLightbringer]

Thank you Yes I feel like I got a couple in this video

[@paigeshelton5028]

We demand a reading Rhaegar shirt

[@DavidLightbringer]

it's for sale already! click the link below the video for our bonfire merch store

[@farahgiovanna]

❤you snuck this in on me! 🥰 thanks for all your research and perspective…intuitive and fun 🎉

[@ayiza8511]

Honestly if they had listened to Otto the civil war would have been avoided. Rhaenyra and her family dire anyway (expect the two youngest) she could have spared her sons and grandchildren life’s

[@Jesussaves7811]

Them shoehorning in Alicent having some kind of weird feelings for Rhaenyra screws the entire show up. It's almost like Alicent loves Rhaenyra more than her children. It's stupid.

[@brucebehner4142]

It was Otto and his daughter. They both made it far worse than it ever needed to be, Otto being the most to blame. They do it honorably for family but that doesn't mean it's right. Everything and everyone else just followed suit, including Aemond and Cristen Cole.

[@DavidLightbringer]

you mean Otto and his brother. Not his daughter. Watch again.

[@namonibblonian]

Rhagear has been living with you for so long and he's still sleeping on the couch?? "Tut tut, David" indeed lol. They (team green) all think they're each in charge.

[@CrimsonTemplar2]

An excellent look at the Greens. Good job DL. The sponsored bit was quite funny btws.

[@adrianrafaelmagana804]

Really hate Cole, he kind of wrecks the immersion for me too with how unhinged and clearly dishonorable he is and how he isn't even been slapped on the hand...instead he becomes the hand But outright murders that make the royal house look bad while it was still one, and no consequences

[@Zulmofo]

Scorpion is a good star trek voyager 2-part episode, just watched them last. @13:55 this little bit reminded me of that, VERY off topic lol

[@jackson857]

I'm pretty sure, having just recently re-read Fire and Blood, that Otto's brother is now dead and his nephew is the Lord of the Hightower.

[@jlworrad]

I wonder if we'll see a naval leader appear on the Green side, there's a bit of a void there.

[@WatashiMachineFullCycle]

Well if I remember rightly, Tyland Lannister is the current master of ships, and since they are always clashing with the ironborn they DO have a measure of naval power (we haven't seen the ironborn yet they could be a potential player too who knows). Plus, the Arbor is close to Oldtown, the Redwyne fleet is nothing to sneeze at. Nothing quite measures up to the Velaryon fleet though, you're right on there being a definite void.

[@nurkoleptik_art]

I love the Kings And Generals shoutout! Easily one of my favorite channels in KZbin

[@gerardjagroo]

I like how you did not mention poor Helaena and her big dragon Dreamfyre who went down fighting like a champ

[@DavidLightbringer]

she's not really part of the leadership, but she's obviously a fascinating character and one of my favorite adaptions from the book (meaning I like what the show did expanding her character)

[@hinakhodiyara7883]

Brilliant video. Thanks David.

[@AmethystEyes]

Aemond’s in charge of my sexuality. 😂

[@DavidLightbringer]

😂😂😂

[@wallybonejengles5595]

I hope Mushroom is in season. If you ever feel conflicted about team Green vs team Black I offer you this. The Blacks have Mushroom. The Greens have Larys. Its that simple for me. I dont need to get into the political or dynastic implications.

[@henrygroya1685]

Good video idea! Thank you David!

[@tristandelasuertemexcla]

Otto it was Otto all along

[@Lord.Bloodraven]

Love when u post a new video ❤

[@heartlesslove9084]

Please make video on daemon and rhaenyra internet is having a breakdown.

[@DavidLightbringer]

I'm going to actually

[@ThommyofThenn]

Cole fans be like: Crispin our real king will lead us to victory! Edit: i never thought learning to protect my personal information and cybersecurity could be *FUN* Thank you Rhaegar!

[@jackbond4358]

Clearly Nana Vhagar is in charge of team green.

[@ianschmitt4991]

With a clear 2nd in command... Dreamfyre

[@Jesussaves7811]

She pretty much is. That's why they are able to hold KL.

[@rashelleobey7626]

I enjoy the ads😂😂😂 which is something I thought I'd never think!!

[@Valkarya]

Do we have confirmation whether Daeron Targaryen will be in HotD? I've heard conflicting things

[@RolloTonéBrownTown]

ayy ima join team green rn😂 But fr with that pic of Otto wearing a crime hood makes me wonder if his character will be combined with [REDACTED] Lannister losing their good looks and becoming scorned by everyone

[@sharounet6007]

Very good video and the ideas for the dynamic between Aegon and Aemond are very interesting, but for that, the writers would have to be less biased against the Greens, but that's not possible unfortunately. For a story that's been sold where both sides are morally grey, it's a very bad work.

[@WileCoyoteMoncure-Smith]

The rats were in the room with Raenyra when the king died. They heard. The question, I think is "What is in control of the Greens." But I also think this story is written with many layers depending how how invested in the story you are. There are three options people can choose from. The characters themselves are in control of their own lives; there are characters manipulating others for their good; or there are supernatural forces manipulating people and ultimately driving the story. The show has been so meticulously written by such good writers, that all of the above can be true, or just one or two can be true. It depends on how caught up in thought or analysis the viewer wants to go. Some influences are there to 'destroy the throne: create as much order and chaos as possible. What is magic anyway? Chaos.

[@Darksun93]

looking forward to season 2!

[@louisboylan7623]

Hello David. Thank you for your videos, they are fantastic. I love how you combine in depth content with humour and I think how you narrate the passages from the books is super engaging and that is not an easy thing to achieve! I am new viewer, i am finding it tough to know where to begin, many of the videos I watch you reference other videos and in those you reference other previous videos and I keep being indecisive about if I should switch or keep with it. As a new viewer it would be amazing to be able to click your channel go to like a greatest hits play list watch them in order and feel up to speed. A viewer could then know okay now I got the basics, I can go to more specific stuff like prophecy or disasters or timeline stuff. Not a criticism, I just thought maybe you might welcome the perspective of a new viewer who is excited to engage with your back catalogue.

[@Holy-Hand-Grenade-of-Antioch]

Friends don't let friends be team green. 😊

[@BingBongTA]

Love the Content! Just recently discovered the channel and have been binging all the lore streams. Are there any videos on the hairy men of Ib? Thanks again!! Praise Garth!

[@nicki7919]

Great video!

[@ThommyofThenn]

I'm glad the show is getting so deep into the inter-family/generational problems and the feelings that can generate and change over time. It's smart writing and is actually relevant to parts of life I have found myself considering more lately Blue eye gems are so much cooler than bloodred. Sorry Euron and Mel but One-eye Aemond,Symeon Star-eyed and Nana are so much more on point in terms of magical symbolism fashion.

[@susanmartin3762]

I like your "office/studio". I see 3 dragon eggs. A Baratheon crown, a Fender guitar ( I'm a Martin girl myself) I see a dragon and a very cool chartreuse KZbin award! AND.... You have the "Correct Crown" on your shirt!! There a bunch of other very interesting knick-knacks on your shelves. I'm new to your channel and i like it very much. Color me Subscribed!👍

[@DavidLightbringer]

hey thanks! it's a constantly evolving setup but it's my own little flavor I guess :)

[@comicdog5097]

Praise Garth!

[@Nooooooooooooooooooooo7913]

Ughhh I can’t wait to get fed with more season 2 content!

[@ZendikarMage42750]

Raegar's such a prankster, heh heh

[@KylieIsOverIt]

The Rhaegar ad breaks are choice.

[@unreal306]

Aegon was never seen as a usurper by the histories which historically would mean Rhaenerya is the traitor to the realm

[@Birdbrainz420]

Great video! Praise Garth!

[@blackeyedlily]

Love the Rhaegar commercial! Truly your ads are basically the only ones I don’t fast forward through. I personally like the changes from the book for Alicent and Rhaenyra. I think it makes them both more interesting and more sympathetic. In Fire and Blood they are both rather unlikeable.

[@GreyWasteTim]

He will use that voice Dave. He will use that voice

[@DavidLightbringer]

him and Mysaria need to have a convo so bad hahaha

[@darksister96]

Great video as always! 💚👏 cant wait to see everyone who thinks their a puppet master lose their control XD

[@josiehowrey4617]

Unrelated to HOTD, but whatever happened to the rights for the mythical astronomy song? Just rewatched your House Tully video and got the pleasure of hearing it. Keep up the videos! Can't wait to catch your stream again tomorrow.

[@LauraGS564]

27:50 it is funny because Ewan is younger than Tom too, but does not look like it

[@Outlaw8908]

I will always call Aemond baby monk… but it is accurate who is leading team green.

[@anaranjado8635]

No. 1 is Hot Pie, as he is varging all the members of team green

[@cheyennem9218]

Ranked: Aegon > Alicent > Larys (tempted to put him last but his impact is so consequential, even if his say has to come in the form of offers and information rather than demands) > Aemond > Criston > Otto

[@DavidLightbringer]

it's so fun how you can put them in almost any order. in some ways, Larys has the most to do with what actually happens. but then Aemond has the only real weapon that matters

[@dillonmurray592]

I have not seen a single KZbin video about sir westernland of the kings guard it would be nice if you made a video on what you think he will do in season 2

[@unclejesse215]

i called it first harold westerling will be the sheppard

[@NickAgatha]

I am a little annoyed with the diminished role ser Criston Cole played in Aegon's rise to power compared to the books. In the books he advised Aegon and uses fear and paranoia to convince him to take the reins. Even crowns him. He's like a rogue Captain America, as in, a military man that is supposed to be a symbol. In the show, he's just a run-of-the-mill thug of the greens during the small council coup.