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Blackfyre Rebellions: Part 1 – Aegon the Unworthy (2015)

November 1, 2012 | By History of Westeros

The life of Aegon IV the Unworthy, the man who fathered all the Blackfyres: Shiera Seastar, Daemon Blackfyre, Bittersteel, Bloodraven and more. But he’s also the man that fathered one of Westeros’ greatest Kings, Daeron II.


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Dive into the tumultuous reign of Aegon IV Targaryen, the “Unworthy,” in this explosive first part of our Blackfyre Rebellion series! We unpack the scandalous life of Aegon IV, his numerous bastards – including the formidable Daemon Blackfyre and the enigmatic Bittersteel – and the seeds of conflict sown during his reign. Join our guests Ash and Aziz as we explore the complex web of alliances, betrayals, and simmering resentment within House Targaryen, examining the legacy of Shiera Seastar and the rise of the Blackfyres, a challenge to the Iron Throne that would forever scar Westeros. Discover how Aegon IV’s actions, while producing a capable successor in Daeron II, also ignited a devastating series of rebellions that shook the Seven Kingdoms to their core. Prepare for dragons, intrigue, and a whole lot of Targaryen drama!

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Aegon IVAegor RiversBrynden RiversDaemon BlackfyreDaeron IINaerys TargaryenShiera Seastar

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House Targaryen

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Blackfyre Rebellions

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