💯 agree with you But my thought is..he should walk like he's from episode 1..... Paddy's a true king... He should walk like brave, strong king along with Matt to collect his Emmy award
Paddy's performance this episode was amazing. The king's entrance to the throne room was so powerful. One of the best scenes of the year. These last two episodes have been amazing
Dude, one of the best performances I've ever seen. And his character man... He showed such courage and heart in this episode despite his previous weakness. All hail King Viserys!
YES! Oh my god, his entrance might be one of my favourite, if not the favourite scene in whole Game of Thrones. Since a couple of episodes ago, in each episode Paddy Considine reaches new levels of acting, after each episode I was sure that this was the episode that would give him the Emmy. And then the next episode came and his acting was even better, and so on up until the end of his character. I am stunned.
@@AbdullahDawudGuerrero I swear I'm grieving for him... Many considered him a weak man, but honestly, who would ever have the strenght to endure what he had always been enduring, the burden of the power and the burden of grieve? He had made terrible choices, but at the same time you can't help but feeling sorry for him (and i usually hate the Targaryen, so this means a lot!) . All Hail King Viserys I Targaryen indeed (serie TV version). May you rest in peace.
I don't think you caught it but the reason Rhaenyras kids got angry at Aemond was because he called them "strong boys", "strong" is the last name of their fathers. Aemond was pretty much calling them bastards.
In the end, he says “no more, my love” - he basically saw Aemma come to him and take him away. It’s very realistic to what happens irl on hospital beds when someone passes.
@@Vipre- the issue with the "50/50" argument, is that it introduces proportionality. There sure are 2 possibilities to the question, but by giving them equal proportionality to be correct, you induce slippery conclusions. To be more clear, you could play the 50/50 game on any unknowable question. Is god a space elf we need to pray by dancing at the moon with ham rolled over one leg to get access to paradise at our death? Well, we don't know, so that is a 50/50... so in doubt we should start dancing...
@@dominictoretto3592 obviously it was horrible that he killed his wife but those vows he made were against his will not the ones he made to his brother
When Viserys appeared and started making his way to his throne, I started getting emotional. But when he lost his crown and Daemon was there to support him ascend the final steps, then placed the crown back on his head, I started crying. Raise your glass/cup one last time to Viserys Targaryen, First of His Name, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm! 🥃
No matter what you feel about Daemon, he is always ride or die for the people he loves. Imagine if Viserys had never sent him away. Those vipers wouldn’t have taken over like that. Daemon and older Aemond breathing the same air finally. #1 and #2 favorite characters for me.
@@Coffeewiththegods Yeah, I think he only truly cares about his kids by Rhaenyras. He only loved Rha, all the other wives didn't really matter. I truly wish the King had just allowed them to marry from the jump, it would have saved a lot of people from heartache.
Yeah that was what I thought as well. Deep shit. This death of a King in television is up there with the death of King Alfred in The Last Kingdom. Though I cried like a little bitch at the death of Alfred, I cried at the throne room scene in this. Another edit lol I'm thinking they took a piece from TLK with the "my love" as his last words, in TLK Alfreds dying word were "My England"
I caught that too(it was echoed twice). Did anyone else catch the #prophecy that was whispered by Helaena Targaryen (bug loving girl) at the dinner table? Just before she stands to give her toast she whispers "BEWARE THE BEAST BENEATH THE BOARDS"🤔 She already predicted someone losing his eye (Viserys or Aemond) when she said to her bugs "he will have to close an eye" l wonder what the new prophecy means... anyone got a clue?
Viserys thought he was talking to Rhaenyra, not Alicent. She asked him about the song of Ice and Fire. He was continuing their conversation and telling Rhaenyra she must take the throne to unite the realm to fulfill the prophecy.
@@cristinademartini1284 yeah it was released online, matt stepped up so the scene wasn't stopped and it ended up being one of the most meaningful scenes between them 🥺
In the end he only confused Alicent by Rhaenyra because of the milk of the poppy. If you pay attention, he refused that 2/3 times during this episode, because as he told Alicent, that made his mind cloudy and couldn't think straight. But in the end, Alicent gave to him and eventually ended up drinking it, thats why he had that prophecy conversation with Alicent, he taught he was talking to Rhaenyra.
Nope....that's not the story - in the end Rhaenyra's youngest kid Aegon will become the king and everyone else will be dead. Alicent's kid's name is also Aegon...that's the whole confusion
@@rejuvenatedsoul1016 the Aegon he referred too wasn't his grandson or his son, was the Aegon that conquered the seven kingdoms and had the vision of the prophecy.
@@rejuvenatedsoul1016 He said "Aegon's dream." Remember earlier in the season (the scene where he calls Rhaenyra his heir for the first time) he told her that the dream has been passed down the Targeryen line. So in this episode when he mentions "Aegon" and "dream" he is referring to Aegon the Conqueror, not any of the future Aegons.
Alicent had to in her heart know that anything he said could not be taken seriously. If he truly felt that way he wouldn't have made such an effort to walk to the throne and defend Rha, plus at dinner, her was still wanted Rha to take the crown. She just wanted an excuse to believe it.
At least, I'm happy that those people had given this poor old man (whom they all made his life more miserable) an image of a united and happy family, even if it was only a lie.
Episode 8 was terrific, all around. The look on Viserys' face as he surveys the room -- he nows this will be the last time these people will be in a room together, "peaceful" like this. He knows his feeble body and harried breath is the only thing keeping them from tearing each other apart. In fact, as soon as he is carried out of the room, violence erupts immediately. I feel so bad for him. What a performance by Paddy Considine. And I think we were all theorizing that Alicent might misinterpret Viserys' last words, and it seems that's exactly what happens. She cannot in good conscience thinks this is the one (1) time Viserys is lucid enough to make proclamations on who should sit the throne... but she will use it as justification to install her son on it nevertheless. The final two episodes cannot come any sooner!
He thought he was talking to Rhaenyra because they were discussing earlier about the Aegon the Conqueror and prophecy, the song of ice and fire. Alicent has no idea what that is and she might be thinking Viserys is talking about their son Aegon II as like the chosen one.
Blink, you are correct!! I had to explain it to my son-in-law watching with me.. I shouted "No no... you're talking to the wrong girl!!" Our Princess asked if he believed in the story.. he didn't answer. Then at the end, he answers her, but its the WRONG WOMAN. Allicent doesn't know what he's talking about, so all she hears is that there is a "Prince that was promised" and that she must do it. I kept yelling at the screen, "OH NO!! Not her!! That's the wrong lady!!"
Also, One of Rhaneyra and Daemon's son is Aegon who were just introduced in this episode ( Aegon & Viserys ) .... Maybe he was referring to that " Aegon " to be the one not Alicent 's son.... As Rhaneyra's Aegon is pure Targaryen while Alicent 's is half
@@siddharth7651 No when he said Aegon he was referring to Aegon the Conqueror and his dream which is called a song of ice and fire, he wasn't referring to either of the Aegon's in the current timeline. "The Prince that was Promised" is part of Aegon the Conqueror's dream and he is said to be the one to unite the realm against the threat from the North (The white walkers/army of the dead), that prince is quite clearly Jon Snow (also known as Aegon VI Targaryen)
While we are all praising the main cast, I think the actress (Maddie Evans) who played the role of maid also deserves some praise. She acted very well in that scene. I literally felt the fear in her crying.
And apparently that bit where the crown fell from Viserys' head and Daemon picked it up and placed it on his head WAS NOT SCRIPTED! Give Paddy and Matt all the awards!
The director said so in an EW interview. The crown fell by accident, Smith picked it up, and they just kept the camera rolling and Smith improvised putting the crown on Paddy's head. Since they liked it, they kept it in.
2:17 No he didn't. Rhaena lives with him and Rhaenyra while Baela is with her Grandmother as her ward. 3:32 He's been missing an arm since episode 6. 4:54 They're not poisoning him (As far as we know) but they're definitely keeping him drugged. 18:47 He thinks he's talking to Rhaenyra. 😯
If someone is interested I made a really cool ComicBook like montage on thelast episode of HouseOf The Dragon on my channel. Loud really appreciate thecritique and if youlike it ! It was a lot of work to cartoonize ' it .
Viserys thought he was talking to Rhaenyra and was answering her from earlier in the episode when she asked if he really believed in the prophesy and that she needs to rule and continue the Targaryen line.
Paddy Consadine definitely deserves an Emmy for this , his performance made me tear up especially when he drops the crown and Daemon picks it up for him this was easily the best episode so far I can honestly say there are no bad acting performances in the whole show . The makeup and visual effects did a steller job showing Viserys ravaged face , can't wait for the last two episodes when the brown smelly stuff will hit the fan .
I just heard on a podcast that in the books, it describes Viserys was only 52 years old when he died. So, not quite so old, just terribly sick. Loved your reaction to the beheading. My daughter also freaked out and ran out of the room saying it was worse than a jump scare.
When King Viserys made his (final?) walk to the Iron Throne, refusing help from his guards, that was a really powerful moment -- ya gotta love the guy! Things are all set up to explode the second he is gone, just like at dinner! Great storytelling!
Too many great moments. One thats easily missed is Princess Rhaenys submission to her husbands wishes. Despite their opinions on Driftmarks succession, she honoured him. Shes's a good mother, wife, grandmother and family member altogether!
If you noticed during Viserys Last Supper when he took off his mask and showed half of his face was decayed, the Hightower family all sat on the decayed side of the table and Rhaenyra's family sat on his still lively side.
If someone is interested, I made a really cool Comic Book like montage on the last episode of House Of The Dragon on my channel. Loud really appreciate the critique and if you likeit ! It wasa lot of work to '' cartoonize ' it .
10:13 , He came for his Daughter despite the pain 🥺. ALL HAIL THE KING VISERYS , blood of the dragon, First of his name, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar & the first men!
Daemon used his Valyrian steel sword Dark Sister to execute Vaemond. The blade belonged in the past to Queen Visenya Targaryen, (Aegon the Conqueror's older sister-wife). It’s said that her spirit still sings within the blade's steel and guides Dark Sister to strike true. Btw, I love Daemon. He's such a complex and interesting character, no wonder he's G.R.R Martin's favorite Targaryen 😌 He's amazing in the books; an excellent warrior, the best dragon rider and so charismatic ( he's a 'bad boy' type, handsome badass, who doesn't give a f.. lol) He looks completely different in the show but Matt Smith gives outstanding performance and he nailed Daemon's personality 💯 So, now I love the show version of Daemon as well 🔥🖤 Kinda funny how at the beginning of the season some ppl thought Daemon is a villain... while a true villain wasn't born yet, at that point lol. Now we have an adult Aemond who is pretty much a psychopath and compared to him Daemon will be a hero lmao
That stare between Aemond at Daemon at the dinner after stopping the fight. Daemon's look was enough to convey the message to Aemond that theres hardly some time passed after he slashed Vaemond's head when he called Rheanyra's children as bastards. Aemond knew he stands no chance in front of Daemon which is why he just walked off.
@@kalpeshdapurkar6410 nope according to book Aemond was seen dead tied on Vhagar while Daemon fell from Caraxes. Caraxes comfirmed died after that but not Daemon they only found his queer in the lake.
' If someone is interested, I made a really cool Comic Book like montage on the last episode of House Of The Dragon on my channel. Loud really appreciate the critique and if you likeit ! It was a lot of work to '' cartoonize ' it .
Curiously, Aemond lost control after Luceris and his future wife started laughing at him. Why? Because Aemond was given a pig (a reference to the fact that in childhood, instead of a dragon, the bastards brought him a pig). Well, they created the beast themselves.💚
19:43 @Achara Viserys' last words at the end were repeat echoes of "MY LOVE"... Hinting that he is reunited with his wife who died from the c section. Also did anyone else catch the #prophecy that was whispered by Helaena Targaryen (bug loving girl) at the dinner table? Just before she stands to give her toast she whispers "BEWARE THE BEAST BENEATH THE BOARDS"🤔 She already predicted someone losing his eye (Viserys or Aemond) when she said to her bugs "he will have to close an eye" l wonder what the new prophecy means... anyone got a clue?
Yes. He maybe considered a weak King, but i think his love and goodness are what held the family together. This may sound dramatic, but what i wouldn't give to have a father like that!
Viserys was answering Rhaenyra's question at the end, about whether he believe Aegon's dream "The Song of Ice and Fire". He was delirious towards his end and thought it was Rhaenyra he was talking to not Alicent. And he thought he was telling her to unite the realm and guide them when she's queen. Towards his end he didn't even remember his other children, as he called Rhaenyra his only child earlier in the episode. Viserys did all that he could for his daughter, till the end he protected her and her kin, and now Alicent is going to malign and twist everything. Rhaenyra might be led to believe that her father betrayed her at the end, when it was exactly the opposite. Also, he didn't say Valhalla at end, are you serious? He said my love, as he saw that Aemma had come to take him to the great beyond.
1. Daemon always told Viserys he will always protect him. So I knew he would be the one to help him ascend the throne one final time. Daemon had his ways but he always loved his brother and niece. 2. Lord Corlys said, history doesn't remember BLOOD it remember NAMES. So Renyes did exactly that. F the bloodline, names is what matter
King Viserys, at the end, is answering Rhaenyra’s question from earlier (about the prince that was promised). Obviously on his death bed he is confused and believes he is talking to Rhaenyra… about she is the one and the prince that was promised and such, but Alicent believes he is telling her this. So the great war and eventual extinction of Dragons… all comes from this misunderstanding 😅
In the final scene Viserys thought he was talking to Rhaenyra and he was essentially answering her question if he believed in the dream of Ice and Fire. She was asking him that in an earlier scene just before she pleaded to him to back her up on her sons' ascension.
For me, the most emotional episode of HOTD so far. Viserys walking into throne room really got me. Paddy Considine deserves the emmy. After Daemon, Aemond is the character I am looking forward to watch out for.
Viserys been confused with ppl, he called alicent aemma before, then he called rhaenyra as alicent, and at last scene he thought he's talking to rhaenyra, only she knew bout the aegon conquerer dream of song of ice and fire, and looking at alicent confused face clearly he never told alicent about it. So what he meant is for rhaenyra to unite the realm.
@@firstofall21 Yeah so far it seems like quite a few people have. They aren't super geeks like some of us who analyze the shit out of the show and make the connections they put out there for us. Like some people are asking for "confirmation" that he is talking about Aegon The Conqueror, the confirmation was in the show several times from the very beginning. lol
@@CulperCast ikr like it's obvious esp he talked about fire and ice and the dream, aegon II definitely not in all those categories lol and ppl should connect the dot that he already confused at ppl and he never discuss about ice and fire to anyone beside rhaenyra, which mean he never turn his back on his daughter.
This episode pushed this show from excellent television into great television. Some of these scenes were just heart breaking and the writing is exceptional.
Honestly i love the fact that Viserys pass away with that peaceful moment with all his family reunited as his last memory, the man could not have been the best king for some people, but he was the one keeping things in peace, i cried so much in this episode, give Paddy Considine an Emmy, he deserves all recognition for his work
In episode 1, Viserys imparts to Rhaenyra after naming her heir that Aegon The Conqueror, first of his name, invaded Westeros so that he could unite the realm against the White Walkers and destroy them with their dragons. When Viserys I is dying and delirious on milk of the poppy, he tells Alicent, who he thinks is Rhaenyra, that Aegon's dream was true about The Prince That Was Promised and uniting the realm, and Alicent doesn't understand the context so she mistakenly thinks that Viserys has named Aegon his heir and the one who has to be king, and now both sides believe that the king has crowned them and they will stop at nothing to supplant the other.
Dark Sister had the narrow geometry of a stab-focussed sword yet, because it's Valyrian steel, it cuts through almost anything. Now imagine what Blackfyre, with its fat, cut-focussed blade geometry could do....
@@anhkriva5274 my guess is that Blackfyre would cut almost *anything* and do so with ridiculous ease, but stabbing would require more strength than with Dark Sister.
The King thought he was talking to his daughter, not his wife. That's why he was reinforcing the Song of Fire and Ice to her, so Rhaenyras would carry it on forward as Queen. He was talking about Aegon the Conquer, not his son.
What happened at the end is that Alicent misunderstood Viserys, and she thought he said to her that Aegon (their son) is "the prince that was promised" and that he has to rule to defend the realm from the "cold and the darkness" (the White walkers). In other words: that he was changing his decission on Rhaenyra inheriting the throne. That was not in the book, but I liked it; it gives alicent more of a flavour, let's say. In the books she just wants the throne for Aegon because power and because she is afraid of Rhaenyra. This is more interesting, the fact that she thinks Viserys really wanted Aegon to rule.
never in my wildest dreams did I ever think this series would actually be better than GOT but my god was I wrong, so far this is far far better than the 1st season of GOT imo, incredible incredible stuff !!!!!
Sorry to say this buddy the pacing, the plain vanilla acting of most of the actors(excluding Paddy man stole the whole season and Otto), weaker supporting characters....GoT s01-s04 is an achievement in television
At the end viserys thought that it was rhaenyra so she is the one who asked "ice and fire" question and he also meant to say rhaenyra that you're promised one
I cried too at the same moments with King Viserys --- His only intention and priority was to have his family get along. He never waivered from that, even in his dying days.
Viserys talked about how he will be remembered and what his legacy was. In this episode he wanted things to be set right and he wanted his family come together and be at peace and Rhaenyra to be the queen to carry on the prophecy. He passed away thinking that he has accomplished his life goals. But the sad reality is that his reign will be the last peaceful times in Westeros. I really hope Paddy wins the Emmy's. His performance and dedication to the role moved me so much.
Paddy better get an Emmy for the performance he gave in this show, I will always be moved to tears or at least the brink of tears when I watch this episode.
The king thought he was talking to rahnerya...and answering her question..that she asked earlier but he didn't realise it was alicent.. Coz the secret about aeogon's prophecy is only passed to heirs not others
You are correct, Viserys was missing an arm last episode and I think the episode before too. You are also correct about the milk of the poppy. Also when viserys dies he talks about the prophecy of the prince who was promised, the conquerers dream, to who he thought was Rhaenyra but it was actually allicent. I can’t explain anything further until you see the end of game of thrones
It is very unfortunate that Alicent now really believes that she has the king's consent to ascend the throne herself. Or at least that she believes she is part of the prophecy on which the future of the house depends. This means that she has to have Raehnyra and her sons eliminated, because officially the king gave her the support again. There is no other way. And she believes that this is exactly what the king has unofficially given his consent to. Middlefinger Strong and his assassins will probably be used again for this.
Also, One of Rhaneyra and Daemon's son is Aegon who were just introduced in this episode ( Aegon & Viserys ) .... Maybe he was referring to that " Aegon " to be the one not Alicent 's son.... As Rhaneyra's Aegon is pure Targaryen while Alicent 's is half
Paddy Considine! Maestro! Someone give an award to him already! I cried seeing that scene of his entry into the throne room. He stuck true to his word of naming Rhaenyra the heir --- "I will not supplant you", till his dying breath!
. 1. Aemond snapped at dinner because Luc was laughing because they brought a roasted pig.. remember the Pink Dread.. Obviously Aemond is not over this child hood teasing.. 2. Viserys thought he was talking to Rhanerya and how she was the one to unite the kingdoms.. I guess its true because Jon and Daenerys both come from RHanerys bloodline ( this is not a spoiler just Targaryen history 101, you can trace it on Wiki! )
Viserys said that about ' The Song of ice and fire ' in the end to Alicent because Rhanerys asked him about that but viserys assumed that Alicent is Rhanerys and he said that indirectly Rhanerys should be the "Queen"
Vaemond went out like a boss, speaking the damn truth in front of cowards forced into submission by the crown. He died for it but he still fought against the injustice being done with the bloodline and lineage of his great ancient house. He had more balls than anyone in his family.
It shows that you really hate Daemon, you talked about everyone except him, when he has one of the best scenes of the episode.. Remember at the end of episode 1 he said that he just wanted to be at his brother's side to help him in his moments of weakness, episode 8 is literally what he does.
Everything about this episode got me the feels for Viserys, especially in the end when he said, "my love" which could imply that he's finally going to see his late wife again. 😭
In his final moments Viserys thought he was talking to Rhaenyra. He was telling her that Aegon, the son she had with Daemon would be king. Of course Alicent has a son named Aegon, too.
Has this been confirmed. I assumed he was talking about Aegon the conqueror like, "it was aegon (the conqueror) dream to unite the realm" or maybe he had a dream about Jon snow (Aegon) who kinda did unite majority of the realm
@@dominictoretto3592 It doesn't need to be confirmed as it is already confirmed in the first episodes. He can only tell the next to inherit the throne of the song of Ice and Fire and the blade. Alicent was not his Heir so he would have never discussed this with her as it is a tightly kept secret. Alicent did a great job at portraying her confusion to what he was saying and assuming her own interpretation of his words not knowing the prophecy.
When Rhaenyra went to plead with Viserys she asked him if he believed in the prophecy because the burden he put on her was too much to bear, but we're not sure if he was listening. In his final scene with Alicent he thinks he's talking to Rhaenyra and tells her he does believe it, and Aegon's dream and the prince that was promised and that she is the one that must do it and unite the realm. Alicent not knowing what he's talking about takes his words out of context and we'll see how she will interpret this in the next episodes.
Viserys thought he was still talking to raenyra not allicent that's why he said it's her. He was trying to tell raenyra she's the chosen heir and the one who will have the prince that was promised
Unpopular opinion but am I the only one that thinks that all this conflict and the upcoming war is actually Viserys's fault? I'm not saying that both the blacks and the greens don't have their fair share of blame on this but it is he who named Rhaenyra heir to the throne knowing how this would divide the realm just because he was angry at his brother. He was the one who not much longer after his wife suffered a horrible death (because of HIM) got "seduced" by a fifteen-year old who only happened to be his daughter's best friend. He chose to remarry and have male heirs while he knew what this will cause. He even rejected Daemon's proposal to be married to Rhaenyra. And for what? Only for them to marry a decade later after she's already had 3 bastards. And I'm sorry but his neglection for his kids with Alicent pisses me off. Viserys might have been a good man with good intentions but he was a bad king. He had a short vision and every decision he took was based purely on emotion. Every decision he made was WRONG. He planted the seeds for the destruction of his own house and the bloodshed that followed his death.
Viserys was holding to life trying to keep the realm and his family whole. All that while literally disintegrating. He was the only thing keeping these from killing each other.
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When Paddy Considine walks up to collect his Emmy he needs to walk exactly like he did in this episode:gold mask, cane and Matt Smith holding his arm
this needs to happen!
Now, that would be a historic moment. Needs to happen.
He must win the Emmy man, this performance was above all else my god...hope the guys at the Emmys see this...
💯 agree with you
But my thought is..he should walk like he's from episode 1..... Paddy's a true king... He should walk like brave, strong king along with Matt to collect his Emmy award
And someone shouting his title epicly
Paddy's performance this episode was amazing. The king's entrance to the throne room was so powerful. One of the best scenes of the year. These last two episodes have been amazing
I said all the titles with the herald, then yelled at the screen "So get your fat, greasy ass out of his seat, Otto!"
Dude, one of the best performances I've ever seen. And his character man... He showed such courage and heart in this episode despite his previous weakness. All hail King Viserys!
Indeed
YES! Oh my god, his entrance might be one of my favourite, if not the favourite scene in whole Game of Thrones.
Since a couple of episodes ago, in each episode Paddy Considine reaches new levels of acting, after each episode I was sure that this was the episode that would give him the Emmy. And then the next episode came and his acting was even better, and so on up until the end of his character. I am stunned.
@@AbdullahDawudGuerrero I swear I'm grieving for him... Many considered him a weak man, but honestly, who would ever have the strenght to endure what he had always been enduring, the burden of the power and the burden of grieve? He had made terrible choices, but at the same time you can't help but feeling sorry for him (and i usually hate the Targaryen, so this means a lot!) .
All Hail King Viserys I Targaryen indeed (serie TV version). May you rest in peace.
I don't think you caught it but the reason Rhaenyras kids got angry at Aemond was because he called them "strong boys", "strong" is the last name of their fathers. Aemond was pretty much calling them bastards.
And that's what makes him a badass motherfucker
Being completely honest, I didn’t catch that but Achara did.
Well, basically Lucerys mocked him first with the pig dish.
@@thihaaung647 I didn't get that bcs well
.. I though Aemond had it served as a joke. And it isn't really that offensive given now Aemond has a dragon
I didn't catch that either the first time
In the end, he says “no more, my love” - he basically saw Aemma come to him and take him away. It’s very realistic to what happens irl on hospital beds when someone passes.
science say this. I do hope there's something more, something real. That I hope our loved ones who passed will really wait and get us.
I think it's called "life flashing before your eyes" And he loved his wife Aemma and remembers her the most fondly
@@majorianus8055 It's a 50/50 flip, either there is or there isn't, if there is great and if there isn't we won't know it so it doesn't matter.
@@Vipre- the issue with the "50/50" argument, is that it introduces proportionality. There sure are 2 possibilities to the question, but by giving them equal proportionality to be correct, you induce slippery conclusions.
To be more clear, you could play the 50/50 game on any unknowable question.
Is god a space elf we need to pray by dancing at the moon with ham rolled over one leg to get access to paradise at our death? Well, we don't know, so that is a 50/50... so in doubt we should start dancing...
I just think he was intoxicated with milk of poppy and his mind was unclear, he was saying ''you must do this no more, my love''
Daemon always kept to his vow, to protect the king. Love the love Daemon has for Viserys.
But not his vow to protect and love his wife
@@dominictoretto3592 obviously it was horrible that he killed his wife but those vows he made were against his will not the ones he made to his brother
@@dominictoretto3592 no one cares about her lol
@@dominictoretto3592 He didn't want to marry her, moron and he never slept with her. She is a stranger to him at best let alone a wife.
@@dominictoretto3592 Vows made under duress or obligation aren't true vows.
When Viserys appeared and started making his way to his throne, I started getting emotional. But when he lost his crown and Daemon was there to support him ascend the final steps, then placed the crown back on his head, I started crying. Raise your glass/cup one last time to Viserys Targaryen, First of His Name, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar and the First Men, Lord of the Seven Kingdoms and Protector of the Realm! 🥃
No lie. Him letting Daemon help him when he pushed everyone else away got me in the feels.
When Viserys came through those door I literally raise both hands on the air like my team just scored a touchdown! I'm going to miss that man.
I consider myself a daemon hater but yeah even I almost teared up at that
I was in tears, my god that was so powerful
Same. This episode was excellently written and directed. And by two WOC! 🥂
No matter what you feel about Daemon, he is always ride or die for the people he loves. Imagine if Viserys had never sent him away. Those vipers wouldn’t have taken over like that.
Daemon and older Aemond breathing the same air finally. #1 and #2 favorite characters for me.
He should have tried harder to make him hand after the strongs died.
@@wayinlove absolutely! There would have been no issues with the succession and he would have made sure Rhaenyra was ready to rule.
Haven’t seen daemon acknowledge his daughters not one single time and it’s bothering me lol 😂
Yeah I had rooted for daemon since the start and even after he killed a girl on horse. I find daemon more balanced which the best of all.
@@Coffeewiththegods Yeah, I think he only truly cares about his kids by Rhaenyras. He only loved Rha, all the other wives didn't really matter. I truly wish the King had just allowed them to marry from the jump, it would have saved a lot of people from heartache.
Viserys said "My Love" in the end, indicating that he is seeing Aemma
Oh 🤌
Yeah that was what I thought as well. Deep shit. This death of a King in television is up there with the death of King Alfred in The Last Kingdom. Though I cried like a little bitch at the death of Alfred, I cried at the throne room scene in this. Another edit lol I'm thinking they took a piece from TLK with the "my love" as his last words, in TLK Alfreds dying word were "My England"
@@CulperCast Alfred's character from TLK is without that the best 'King' ever potrayed on TV. Loved Dawson's acting
I caught that too(it was echoed twice). Did anyone else catch the #prophecy that was whispered by Helaena Targaryen (bug loving girl) at the dinner table? Just before she stands to give her toast she whispers "BEWARE THE BEAST BENEATH THE BOARDS"🤔 She already predicted someone losing his eye (Viserys or Aemond) when she said to her bugs "he will have to close an eye" l wonder what the new prophecy means... anyone got a clue?
@@MylezNevison I'm pretty sure that's a reference to blood and cheese and well.. iykyk 😬😬
Viserys thought he was talking to Rhaenyra, not Alicent. She asked him about the song of Ice and Fire. He was continuing their conversation and telling Rhaenyra she must take the throne to unite the realm to fulfill the prophecy.
Aegon the conqueror was delusional. His prophecy is just bullshit...
Absolutely...it was a misunderstanding on his part
@@cinemetv9168 that's what happens when every 3 out of 4 male Targaryens are called Aegon..😂😂
@@rishabh3150 thats right，i still dont know which is agon？🤣
@@阿离-d8y The one who's always Drunk is Aegon II (Alicent's Son), The baby of Rhaenyra & Daemon is Aegon III.
When Daemon helped Viserys climb the Iron Throne, that hit me right in the feels.
and it was improvised by matt when the crown fell off paddy by mistake as to not stop the scene
@@TheIrishKat Holy Moly, really?!? That's so amazing!
Oh, don't tell me: I'm still crying over it and i've just finished watching ep 8
@@cristinademartini1284 yeah it was released online, matt stepped up so the scene wasn't stopped and it ended up being one of the most meaningful scenes between them 🥺
@@TheIrishKat Dear me. What a series! I never thought it would have been such a masterpiece.
In the end he only confused Alicent by Rhaenyra because of the milk of the poppy.
If you pay attention, he refused that 2/3 times during this episode, because as he told Alicent, that made his mind cloudy and couldn't think straight.
But in the end, Alicent gave to him and eventually ended up drinking it, thats why he had that prophecy conversation with Alicent, he taught he was talking to Rhaenyra.
HOLY SHIT
Nope....that's not the story - in the end Rhaenyra's youngest kid Aegon will become the king and everyone else will be dead.
Alicent's kid's name is also Aegon...that's the whole confusion
@@rejuvenatedsoul1016 the Aegon he referred too wasn't his grandson or his son, was the Aegon that conquered the seven kingdoms and had the vision of the prophecy.
@@rejuvenatedsoul1016 He said "Aegon's dream." Remember earlier in the season (the scene where he calls Rhaenyra his heir for the first time) he told her that the dream has been passed down the Targeryen line. So in this episode when he mentions "Aegon" and "dream" he is referring to Aegon the Conqueror, not any of the future Aegons.
Alicent had to in her heart know that anything he said could not be taken seriously. If he truly felt that way he wouldn't have made such an effort to walk to the throne and defend Rha, plus at dinner, her was still wanted Rha to take the crown. She just wanted an excuse to believe it.
The kings entrance was so good. Chills and tears.
This episode made me tear up so many times! Viserys just wanted his family to love each other
At least, I'm happy that those people had given this poor old man (whom they all made his life more miserable) an image of a united and happy family, even if it was only a lie.
Episode 8 was terrific, all around. The look on Viserys' face as he surveys the room -- he nows this will be the last time these people will be in a room together, "peaceful" like this. He knows his feeble body and harried breath is the only thing keeping them from tearing each other apart. In fact, as soon as he is carried out of the room, violence erupts immediately. I feel so bad for him. What a performance by Paddy Considine. And I think we were all theorizing that Alicent might misinterpret Viserys' last words, and it seems that's exactly what happens. She cannot in good conscience thinks this is the one (1) time Viserys is lucid enough to make proclamations on who should sit the throne... but she will use it as justification to install her son on it nevertheless. The final two episodes cannot come any sooner!
He thought he was talking to Rhaenyra because they were discussing earlier about the Aegon the Conqueror and prophecy, the song of ice and fire. Alicent has no idea what that is and she might be thinking Viserys is talking about their son Aegon II as like the chosen one.
Blink, you are correct!! I had to explain it to my son-in-law watching with me.. I shouted "No no... you're talking to the wrong girl!!" Our Princess asked if he believed in the story.. he didn't answer. Then at the end, he answers her, but its the WRONG WOMAN. Allicent doesn't know what he's talking about, so all she hears is that there is a "Prince that was promised" and that she must do it. I kept yelling at the screen, "OH NO!! Not her!! That's the wrong lady!!"
Also, One of Rhaneyra and Daemon's son is Aegon who were just introduced in this episode ( Aegon & Viserys ) .... Maybe he was referring to that " Aegon " to be the one not Alicent 's son.... As Rhaneyra's Aegon is pure Targaryen while Alicent 's is half
@@siddharth7651 No when he said Aegon he was referring to Aegon the Conqueror and his dream which is called a song of ice and fire, he wasn't referring to either of the Aegon's in the current timeline. "The Prince that was Promised" is part of Aegon the Conqueror's dream and he is said to be the one to unite the realm against the threat from the North (The white walkers/army of the dead), that prince is quite clearly Jon Snow (also known as Aegon VI Targaryen)
Prince that was promised, his will be the song of ice and fire.
John Snow - I dun wan it mah queen
That is why you should not name different people with the same name. So much confusion. Aegon? Aegon Junior?
Agree on getting an Emmy nod, Paddy has been killing it all season and this was the topper on the cake of an amazing performance.
While we are all praising the main cast, I think the actress (Maddie Evans) who played the role of maid also deserves some praise. She acted very well in that scene. I literally felt the fear in her crying.
Facts! She did the overwhelmed hyperventilate- crying so well!
And apparently that bit where the crown fell from Viserys' head and Daemon picked it up and placed it on his head WAS NOT SCRIPTED! Give Paddy and Matt all the awards!
Wait no way…who said that?
Yeah that's not what it looked like...to me it appeared this was intention of director to tell audience that Daemon actually loved his brother Viserys
The director said so in an EW interview. The crown fell by accident, Smith picked it up, and they just kept the camera rolling and Smith improvised putting the crown on Paddy's head. Since they liked it, they kept it in.
I think they improvised it the first take and then they decided to write it in. What we see on screen probably isn’t the first take
2:17 No he didn't. Rhaena lives with him and Rhaenyra while Baela is with her Grandmother as her ward.
3:32 He's been missing an arm since episode 6.
4:54 They're not poisoning him (As far as we know) but they're definitely keeping him drugged.
18:47 He thinks he's talking to Rhaenyra. 😯
yeah that's kinda embarrassing to miss so much information...
@@NilofarCOD goes to show how true misunderstandings happen in real life. People just miss whole beats of what you said.
@@NilofarCOD bro, I legit get shocked when this much is missed lol if it’s hard to hear put on subtitles lol I’m like how! How’s you miss so much! 😭
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Viserys thought he was talking to Rhaenyra and was answering her from earlier in the episode when she asked if he really believed in the prophesy and that she needs to rule and continue the Targaryen line.
yeah. and alicent had no idea cause the prophecy is only passed on from predecessor to successor so alicent had no idea wtf he was on about
I'm glad I wasn't the only one Achara...Viserys had me in shambles this episode. Give Paddy all the Emmys
If he won't, i swear i'll steal that to whoever will win it and give it to him myself.
Paddy Consadine definitely deserves an Emmy for this , his performance made me tear up especially when he drops the crown and Daemon picks it up for him this was easily the best episode so far I can honestly say there are no bad acting performances in the whole show . The makeup and visual effects did a steller job showing Viserys ravaged face , can't wait for the last two episodes when the brown smelly stuff will hit the fan .
I LOVE THIS SHOW. I shed tears when Daemon helped Viscerys to the throne 😓 Viscerys said "my love" before dying referring to his wife Aeamma
I just heard on a podcast that in the books, it describes Viserys was only 52 years old when he died. So, not quite so old, just terribly sick. Loved your reaction to the beheading. My daughter also freaked out and ran out of the room saying it was worse than a jump scare.
I thought the tArgs never got Ill? Blood of the dragon and all that.
When King Viserys made his (final?) walk to the Iron Throne, refusing help from his guards, that was a really powerful moment -- ya gotta love the guy! Things are all set up to explode the second he is gone, just like at dinner! Great storytelling!
Too many great moments. One thats easily missed is Princess Rhaenys submission to her husbands wishes. Despite their opinions on Driftmarks succession, she honoured him. Shes's a good mother, wife, grandmother and family member altogether!
If you noticed during Viserys Last Supper when he took off his mask and showed half of his face was decayed, the Hightower family all sat on the decayed side of the table and Rhaenyra's family sat on his still lively side.
There is nothing lively about rhaenyra both are same......
Well he did get lively after seeing his only child and brother.
@@malayjoshi1098 Rhaenrya and Daemon actually cared for Viserys. Daemon even tried to warn him of Otto's self interest for the Throne.
@@luchris94 yeah same goes for alicent the worry for her children is legitimate Rhaenyra is a threat to them....Otto is doing Little finger shit 😈
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It wasa lot of work to '' cartoonize ' it .
10:13 , He came for his Daughter despite the pain 🥺.
ALL HAIL THE KING VISERYS , blood of the dragon, First of his name, King of the Andals, the Rhoynar & the first men!
Daemon used his Valyrian steel sword Dark Sister to execute Vaemond. The blade belonged in the past to Queen Visenya Targaryen, (Aegon the Conqueror's older sister-wife). It’s said that her spirit still sings within the blade's steel and guides Dark Sister to strike true.
Btw, I love Daemon. He's such a complex and interesting character, no wonder he's G.R.R Martin's favorite Targaryen 😌 He's amazing in the books; an excellent warrior, the best dragon rider and so charismatic ( he's a 'bad boy' type, handsome badass, who doesn't give a f.. lol) He looks completely different in the show but Matt Smith gives outstanding performance and he nailed Daemon's personality 💯 So, now I love the show version of Daemon as well 🔥🖤
Kinda funny how at the beginning of the season some ppl thought Daemon is a villain... while a true villain wasn't born yet, at that point lol. Now we have an adult Aemond who is pretty much a psychopath and compared to him Daemon will be a hero lmao
That stare between Aemond at Daemon at the dinner after stopping the fight. Daemon's look was enough to convey the message to Aemond that theres hardly some time passed after he slashed Vaemond's head when he called Rheanyra's children as bastards. Aemond knew he stands no chance in front of Daemon which is why he just walked off.
The only chance Aemond can toe to toe with Daemon is with Vhagar on his side , but then again spoiler.........................
Daemon killed him.
@@CreganStark123 according to books, both are killed fighting each other.
@@kalpeshdapurkar6410 nope according to book Aemond was seen dead tied on Vhagar while Daemon fell from Caraxes. Caraxes comfirmed died after that but not Daemon they only found his queer in the lake.
' If someone is interested, I made a really cool Comic Book like montage on the last episode of House Of The Dragon on my channel. Loud really appreciate the critique and if you likeit !
It was a lot of work to '' cartoonize ' it .
fact that after seeing vaemond dead and aemond still choose to call them STRONG makes aemond a baddy
Curiously, Aemond lost control after Luceris and his future wife started laughing at him. Why? Because Aemond was given a pig (a reference to the fact that in childhood, instead of a dragon, the bastards brought him a pig). Well, they created the beast themselves.💚
Exactly 💯
Actually his brother was the one who brought the pig. The other kids just went along with it.
I also loved the conversation Rhaenys had with the Grand Maester about death. So many great little moments in this show.
Viserys and Rhaenys are the star of this first season by an emotional pov.
19:43 @Achara Viserys' last words at the end were repeat echoes of "MY LOVE"... Hinting that he is reunited with his wife who died from the c section.
Also did anyone else catch the #prophecy that was whispered by Helaena Targaryen (bug loving girl) at the dinner table? Just before she stands to give her toast she whispers "BEWARE THE BEAST BENEATH THE BOARDS"🤔 She already predicted someone losing his eye (Viserys or Aemond) when she said to her bugs "he will have to close an eye" l wonder what the new prophecy means... anyone got a clue?
I love Aemond and Daemon 😂😂😂. Their little square off at dinner, I can't wait for that fight to happen, its gonna be wild.
15:33 Otto wasn't trying to scheme at that moment. He was looking at Aegon because he knew that Aegon will cause trouble if he gets drunk.
Greg was first but seriously I cried. Viserys still remains the most sympathetic character for all his faults.
Yes. He maybe considered a weak King, but i think his love and goodness are what held the family together. This may sound dramatic, but what i wouldn't give to have a father like that!
Greg...?
I can’t get over how good this episode was 🥺 I’m literally thinking about it all the time since the release.
All Daemon wanted is by his brother’s side and helping him, tears😢
Viserys’s last hand gesture looks like he is petting a dragon. Maybe he met Balerion and his first wife (my love) as he passed away.
Viserys was answering Rhaenyra's question at the end, about whether he believe Aegon's dream "The Song of Ice and Fire". He was delirious towards his end and thought it was Rhaenyra he was talking to not Alicent. And he thought he was telling her to unite the realm and guide them when she's queen.
Towards his end he didn't even remember his other children, as he called Rhaenyra his only child earlier in the episode.
Viserys did all that he could for his daughter, till the end he protected her and her kin, and now Alicent is going to malign and twist everything. Rhaenyra might be led to believe that her father betrayed her at the end, when it was exactly the opposite.
Also, he didn't say Valhalla at end, are you serious? He said my love, as he saw that Aemma had come to take him to the great beyond.
Give this king an Emmy. I was really feeling for his frustration and false hope that this family will get along.
Viserys said "My Love". I did not think I would cry this hard for his death till episode 8.
This was the most emotional episode so far, great insight guys!
1. Daemon always told Viserys he will always protect him. So I knew he would be the one to help him ascend the throne one final time. Daemon had his ways but he always loved his brother and niece.
2. Lord Corlys said, history doesn't remember BLOOD it remember NAMES. So Renyes did exactly that. F the bloodline, names is what matter
King Viserys, at the end, is answering Rhaenyra’s question from earlier (about the prince that was promised). Obviously on his death bed he is confused and believes he is talking to Rhaenyra… about she is the one and the prince that was promised and such, but Alicent believes he is telling her this. So the great war and eventual extinction of Dragons… all comes from this misunderstanding 😅
In the final scene Viserys thought he was talking to Rhaenyra and he was essentially answering her question if he believed in the dream of Ice and Fire. She was asking him that in an earlier scene just before she pleaded to him to back her up on her sons' ascension.
For me, the most emotional episode of HOTD so far. Viserys walking into throne room really got me. Paddy Considine deserves the emmy. After Daemon, Aemond is the character I am looking forward to watch out for.
Viserys been confused with ppl, he called alicent aemma before, then he called rhaenyra as alicent, and at last scene he thought he's talking to rhaenyra, only she knew bout the aegon conquerer dream of song of ice and fire, and looking at alicent confused face clearly he never told alicent about it. So what he meant is for rhaenyra to unite the realm.
He couldn't have told Alicent about it, he could only tell the next in line to throne. So yeah, you are 100% right
@@CulperCastyes yes. another reactor misunderstood this scene
@@firstofall21 Yeah so far it seems like quite a few people have. They aren't super geeks like some of us who analyze the shit out of the show and make the connections they put out there for us. Like some people are asking for "confirmation" that he is talking about Aegon The Conqueror, the confirmation was in the show several times from the very beginning. lol
@@CulperCast ikr like it's obvious esp he talked about fire and ice and the dream, aegon II definitely not in all those categories lol and ppl should connect the dot that he already confused at ppl and he never discuss about ice and fire to anyone beside rhaenyra, which mean he never turn his back on his daughter.
This episode pushed this show from excellent television into great television. Some of these scenes were just heart breaking and the writing is exceptional.
So it's worse now? Excellent is better than great.
@@Kratosx23 nah you're both wrong. It is an excellent show but that word literally means the same thing as great, as it is a synonym of great.
Honestly i love the fact that Viserys pass away with that peaceful moment with all his family reunited as his last memory, the man could not have been the best king for some people, but he was the one keeping things in peace, i cried so much in this episode, give Paddy Considine an Emmy, he deserves all recognition for his work
In episode 1, Viserys imparts to Rhaenyra after naming her heir that Aegon The Conqueror, first of his name, invaded Westeros so that he could unite the realm against the White Walkers and destroy them with their dragons. When Viserys I is dying and delirious on milk of the poppy, he tells Alicent, who he thinks is Rhaenyra, that Aegon's dream was true about The Prince That Was Promised and uniting the realm, and Alicent doesn't understand the context so she mistakenly thinks that Viserys has named Aegon his heir and the one who has to be king, and now both sides believe that the king has crowned them and they will stop at nothing to supplant the other.
Dark Sister is a magnificent valyrian sword, I understand how the crabfeeder ended 😋
Dark Sister had the narrow geometry of a stab-focussed sword yet, because it's Valyrian steel, it cuts through almost anything. Now imagine what Blackfyre, with its fat, cut-focussed blade geometry could do....
@@benjaminodonnell258 I wonder how Blackfyre compares to Ice.
@@anhkriva5274 my guess is that Blackfyre would cut almost *anything* and do so with ridiculous ease, but stabbing would require more strength than with Dark Sister.
And now the DANCE begins 💯😈
Achara is me I was literally crying this whole episode
Paddy Considine freakin deserves Emmy for this role.
The King thought he was talking to his daughter, not his wife. That's why he was reinforcing the Song of Fire and Ice to her, so Rhaenyras would carry it on forward as Queen. He was talking about Aegon the Conquer, not his son.
or maybe about her son with Daemon, also called Aegon.
What happened at the end is that Alicent misunderstood Viserys, and she thought he said to her that Aegon (their son) is "the prince that was promised" and that he has to rule to defend the realm from the "cold and the darkness" (the White walkers). In other words: that he was changing his decission on Rhaenyra inheriting the throne. That was not in the book, but I liked it; it gives alicent more of a flavour, let's say. In the books she just wants the throne for Aegon because power and because she is afraid of Rhaenyra. This is more interesting, the fact that she thinks Viserys really wanted Aegon to rule.
Aemond has become a problem. And the moment everyone starting giving toasts and acting wholesome, I forgot to breathe.
He’s a younger Daemon, and Daemon knows it
@@dragonstouch1042 🎯
It was heartbreaking to see the king like that. I was crying the whole episode.
Such a great episode and acting. Ngl, I shed a tear when Viserys was looking at his family at the dinner and happy!
never in my wildest dreams did I ever think this series would actually be better than GOT but my god was I wrong, so far this is far far better than the 1st season of GOT imo, incredible incredible stuff !!!!!
Sorry to say this buddy the pacing, the plain vanilla acting of most of the actors(excluding Paddy man stole the whole season and Otto), weaker supporting characters....GoT s01-s04 is an achievement in television
@@malayjoshi1098 why you sorry that's just your opinion my guy 😂😂👌
@@josegiron7008 😂🙏
"I don't know if that's a burrito or a baby" 😭😂 this is too relatable
17:53 oh you bet it is. Will go down as one of the most iconic moments in the history of Television if done right.
At the end viserys thought that it was rhaenyra so she is the one who asked "ice and fire" question and he also meant to say rhaenyra that you're promised one
I cried seeing Viserys smile at dinner
seeing his final wish come true
poor guy...
I cried too at the same moments with King Viserys --- His only intention and priority was to have his family get along. He never waivered from that, even in his dying days.
Paddy constantine deserves an emmy, or any award for his work. Great king :)
Viserys talked about how he will be remembered and what his legacy was. In this episode he wanted things to be set right and he wanted his family come together and be at peace and Rhaenyra to be the queen to carry on the prophecy. He passed away thinking that he has accomplished his life goals. But the sad reality is that his reign will be the last peaceful times in Westeros.
I really hope Paddy wins the Emmy's. His performance and dedication to the role moved me so much.
Wooow how does the episode looks sooo HD? Love the reaction!
Paddy better get an Emmy for the performance he gave in this show, I will always be moved to tears or at least the brink of tears when I watch this episode.
The king thought he was talking to rahnerya...and answering her question..that she asked earlier but he didn't realise it was alicent..
Coz the secret about aeogon's prophecy is only passed to heirs not others
You are correct, Viserys was missing an arm last episode and I think the episode before too. You are also correct about the milk of the poppy. Also when viserys dies he talks about the prophecy of the prince who was promised, the conquerers dream, to who he thought was Rhaenyra but it was actually allicent. I can’t explain anything further until you see the end of game of thrones
The dying king said "My Love" at the end.
Can't wait for Aemond v Daemon
Paddy considine acting was superb.worthy of a best actor award.
Burrito baby hahahaha. On another note, oh how I love those pics with cats wrapped as a burrito. I duuno why, they just make me smile.
It is very unfortunate that Alicent now really believes that she has the king's consent to ascend the throne herself. Or at least that she believes she is part of the prophecy on which the future of the house depends. This means that she has to have Raehnyra and her sons eliminated, because officially the king gave her the support again. There is no other way. And she believes that this is exactly what the king has unofficially given his consent to. Middlefinger Strong and his assassins will probably be used again for this.
Also, One of Rhaneyra and Daemon's son is Aegon who were just introduced in this episode ( Aegon & Viserys ) .... Maybe he was referring to that " Aegon " to be the one not Alicent 's son.... As Rhaneyra's Aegon is pure Targaryen while Alicent 's is half
Even rheanyra isn't pure targaryen either
Aemond looks so badass 💚🔥
Daemon and Aemond, chaos recognize chaos.
The king said "My Love", as his dying words.
Paddy Considine! Maestro! Someone give an award to him already! I cried seeing that scene of his entry into the throne room. He stuck true to his word of naming Rhaenyra the heir --- "I will not supplant you", till his dying breath!
. 1. Aemond snapped at dinner because Luc was laughing because they brought a roasted pig.. remember the Pink Dread.. Obviously Aemond is not over this child hood teasing.. 2. Viserys thought he was talking to Rhanerya and how she was the one to unite the kingdoms.. I guess its true because Jon and Daenerys both come from RHanerys bloodline ( this is not a spoiler just Targaryen history 101, you can trace it on Wiki! )
Damn, you guys are fast with your uploads. Well done.
Viserys said that about ' The Song of ice and fire ' in the end to Alicent because Rhanerys asked him about that but viserys assumed that Alicent is Rhanerys and he said that indirectly Rhanerys should be the "Queen"
The foreshadowing in this episode is amazing. This whole show has been amazing 👏🏻
Vaemond went out like a boss, speaking the damn truth in front of cowards forced into submission by the crown. He died for it but he still fought against the injustice being done with the bloodline and lineage of his great ancient house. He had more balls than anyone in his family.
exactly only hounarable man in the entire season
It shows that you really hate Daemon, you talked about everyone except him, when he has one of the best scenes of the episode.. Remember at the end of episode 1 he said that he just wanted to be at his brother's side to help him in his moments of weakness, episode 8 is literally what he does.
The man killed his innocent wife, Daemon is evil. Period.
Deamon being hand of the king
Everything about this episode got me the feels for Viserys, especially in the end when he said, "my love" which could imply that he's finally going to see his late wife again. 😭
He was speaking to Aemma in those last words. He kind of echoed what she said to him before her death. Paddy was brilliant.
Viserys thought he was talking to Rhaenyra about her son Aegon
In his final moments Viserys thought he was talking to Rhaenyra. He was telling her that Aegon, the son she had with Daemon would be king. Of course Alicent has a son named Aegon, too.
Has this been confirmed. I assumed he was talking about Aegon the conqueror like, "it was aegon (the conqueror) dream to unite the realm" or maybe he had a dream about Jon snow (Aegon) who kinda did unite majority of the realm
He was talking about Aegon the conqueror, the king who had this prophecy about which Rhaenyra was asking him.
@@dominictoretto3592 My bad, I had to go back and watch the scene again with subtitles on. He was referring to Aegon the conqueror.
@@dominictoretto3592 It doesn't need to be confirmed as it is already confirmed in the first episodes. He can only tell the next to inherit the throne of the song of Ice and Fire and the blade. Alicent was not his Heir so he would have never discussed this with her as it is a tightly kept secret. Alicent did a great job at portraying her confusion to what he was saying and assuming her own interpretation of his words not knowing the prophecy.
@@CulperCast he was asking for confirmation about whether he was talking of Aegon the conqueror or Rheanyra's son Aegon
Amazing episode. Paddy acted his butt off! 🥲 Great reaction guys
How can you say there wasn't a lot going on in this episode?I never understand that thinking, so much went on more than any battle will ever give.
When Rhaenyra went to plead with Viserys she asked him if he believed in the prophecy because the burden he put on her was too much to bear, but we're not sure if he was listening. In his final scene with Alicent he thinks he's talking to Rhaenyra and tells her he does believe it, and Aegon's dream and the prince that was promised and that she is the one that must do it and unite the realm. Alicent not knowing what he's talking about takes his words out of context and we'll see how she will interpret this in the next episodes.
Love the way Achara says "Oooo Kay sir"🤣
Viserys thought he was still talking to raenyra not allicent that's why he said it's her. He was trying to tell raenyra she's the chosen heir and the one who will have the prince that was promised
Unpopular opinion but am I the only one that thinks that all this conflict and the upcoming war is actually Viserys's fault? I'm not saying that both the blacks and the greens don't have their fair share of blame on this but it is he who named Rhaenyra heir to the throne knowing how this would divide the realm just because he was angry at his brother. He was the one who not much longer after his wife suffered a horrible death (because of HIM) got "seduced" by a fifteen-year old who only happened to be his daughter's best friend. He chose to remarry and have male heirs while he knew what this will cause. He even rejected Daemon's proposal to be married to Rhaenyra. And for what? Only for them to marry a decade later after she's already had 3 bastards. And I'm sorry but his neglection for his kids with Alicent pisses me off.
Viserys might have been a good man with good intentions but he was a bad king. He had a short vision and every decision he took was based purely on emotion. Every decision he made was WRONG. He planted the seeds for the destruction of his own house and the bloodshed that followed his death.
Viserys was holding to life trying to keep the realm and his family whole. All that while literally disintegrating. He was the only thing keeping these from killing each other.