Eyegon Targaryen, who was nicknamed the Conqueror, is a fictional character in the series of books of the notorious American writer George Martin, “Song of Ice and Fire” or, as it is often called, “Song of Ice and Fire”. In the book universe, Eyegon became the founder of the dynasty of the kings of Westeros.
short biography
From the earliest days the Targaryen were one of the most powerful aristocratic families of the ancient empire of Essos. As a result of the eruption of a volcano called Rock of Valiria, Essos ceased to exist, but Eyegon Targaryen collected the remains of the troops and, taking with him three dragons, invaded the territory of Westeros.
Soon he managed to conquer 6 kingdoms. He sat on the Iron Throne, which became a symbol of the new government, proclaiming himself the sole ruler. He also became the founder of a single capital - the city of Red Harbor, where he built the Red Castle. In addition, he founded the monarch’s personal guard, the Royal Guard, and established the position of the right hand of the king.
Eyegon Targaryen was in power in 6 of the 7 kingdoms of Westerosn (Dorn did not submit to him, but became a member after 200 years) for approximately forty years.
The series "Game of Thrones." Eyegon Targaryen
Fans of the series are well aware of this character, but people who are poorly informed about the events taking place in it will be difficult to understand who it is. By the way, Eyegon is not in the Game of Thrones itself, but his name and events connected with him are often mentioned in the film.
The appearance of this hero in the framework of the already cult series takes place in the form of legends and stories about his conquests, which can be heard from the lips of different characters. It is worth noting that the events of the series “Game of Thrones” take place about three hundred years after the conquests of Eyegon.
However, among his characters there are some descendants of the famous ruler of Westeros. In the first season, there are two representatives of the Targaryen dynasty: Viserys and his young sister Daenerys. Viseris soon dies, so his sister becomes the only surviving member of the family.
It sets a goal to restore the power of the Targaryen on the territory of Westeros, therefore, begins to collect troops for the invasion. An excellent help in this for her is that she has three dragons.
Since there is no Eyegon Targaryen in the series, they did not begin to look for an actor for his role, but in the future he may appear as a cameo, so there is a possibility that the audience will be able to see him firsthand.
Clan Targaryen
In the series of books by D. Martin "A Song of Ice and Fire", on which the TV series "Game of Thrones" was shot, 5 novels. In none of them does Eyegon Targaryen act as a character, but is often mentioned.
This family had a slightly strange and wild tradition, however, quite normal for medieval society. They married and had children only from their relatives. This was done to maintain blood purity.
Eyegon Targaryen was married at once to his two sisters: Hanging and Reyenis. The sister-wives gave birth to his two sons: Einis and Major, who sat on the throne after the death of their father. King Major, who became the third ruler, ascended the Iron Throne after his elder brother, went down in the history of Westeros as one of the most cruel and ruthless rulers, and therefore he was called the Cruel.
The rule of his sons was a relatively calm period in the history of Westeros, when nothing particularly remarkable happened.
Conclusion
The Pentateuch of D. Martin is today considered one of the best creations in the fantasy genre, and legends can be composed about the popularity of the series based on them. It is based on the first novel. In total, as was said, in the series, along with the work, which is called the "Game of Thrones", 5 books, they are among the best-selling books today.
Eyegon Targaryen, although not as such a protagonist of any of these books, his indirect appearances and general significance for the development of the plot are very important. George Martin himself does not exclude the possibility of writing a backstory for his pentalogy, where, perhaps, the story of Eyegon and his legendary conquests will be narrated.
Fans of the writer's work and the series will be delighted if such a prequel to his favorite works still appears, but for now it remains only to hope for it.