American television network, HBO has confirmed a straight to series “Game of Thrones” prequel/spin-off, titled “House of the Dragon” according to Hollywood Reporter.
Written by Ryan Condal and George R.R. Martin as co-executive produce, the project is based on Martin’s book – “Fire and Blood”. It is a history of House Targaryen (the ancestors of Daenerys) as they fight through a civil war, achronicle to what led up to the legendary “Dance of the Dragons”. The 10-episode project is set 300 years before the events of Game of Thrones.
HBO Executive, Casey Bloys, breaking the news at an event shared; “The Game of Thrones universe is so rich with stories, we look forward to exploring the origins of House Targaryen and the earlier days of Westeros along with Miguel, Ryan and George.”
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