How “House of the Dragon” Succeeded Where “Rings of Power” Failed – Portrayal of its Heroines

HOTD and ROP have a lot in common – they are both prequels to acclaimed franchises, display females in prominent roles, and cover extensive time periods. As both of these franchises were airing at roughly the same time, this has naturally led to comparisons. Of course, the biggest question came: “Which show did it better?”

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What is a Weirwood Tree doing in the Red Keep?

In HBO’s House of the Dragon, one notable set piece that plays host to many important scenes and character dialogue is a weirwood tree planted in the middle of the Red Keep. Hardcore fans who only watched the original Game of Thrones run may find it odd that this seemingly heretical idol is left standing in the middle of King’s Landing.

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