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Targaryen Politics in Post-Dragon Westeros (Con Panel Audio)

| By History of Westeros

In this audio only episode, Aziz, Jim McGeehin (Something Like a Lawyer), Samantha Wallace & Steve Love discuss the paradigm shift in Westeros that occurred as the dragons died out. House Targaryen lost their great source of power, which necessitated many changes. Recorded live at Con of Thrones 2018. You can find our other panels here.

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Dive into a fascinating discussion recorded live at Con of Thrones 2018, where Aziz, Jim McGeehin, Samantha Wallace, and Steve Love unpack the seismic political shifts that shook Westeros following the extinction of the Targaryen dragons. We explore how the loss of these magnificent beasts fundamentally altered the balance of power in King’s Landing and the Crownlands, forcing House Targaryen to adapt and re-evaluate their strategies. This audio-only episode offers a unique and insightful perspective on Targaryen politics during a pivotal era, revealing the challenges and innovations that defined their reign in a dragonless world. Hear the raw energy of a live panel discussion as we unravel the complexities of this transformative period in Westerosi history.