Rhaenyra & Aegon Aren’t the First Targaryens To Fight Over the Iron Throne

The world of Game of Thrones has an extensive history, which the many spinoffs plan to explore, but no matter what story they tell, one thing remains consistent: the families. The Targaryens, in particular, are heavily featured throughout history. With their unique ability to ride dragons, it's no surprise that they make such an impact, especially considering their stronghold on the Iron Throne. Though nearly all the Targaryens are dead in the original series, the prequel series, House of the Dragon, explores the Targaryen dynasty at its height. With Season 2 promising to center on the war between Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy) and Aegon II (Tom Glynn-Carney) as each attempt to claim their father's crown, the divide among the Targaryens is crucial to the story. Known as the Dance of the Dragons, Rhaenyra and Aegon II's conflict is a turning point for the Targaryen dynasty as their civil war leads to the loss of the dragons.