I've had this crazy theory for a while, but after seeing this trailer
yesterday and having the time to digest it I'm thinking more and more
that it could be true. If you haven't seen the trailer yet here is the
link: https://www.facebook.com/entertainmentweekly/videos/10154620448267734/
So,
here it is. There are three Targaryens in Westeros. Dany of course, who
has taken her families seat at Dragonstone until she can knock Cersei's
butt off of that Iron Throne. Then there is Jon who has been confirmed
as a "Stargaryen" (Stark and Targaryen, son of Prince Rhaegar and Lyanna
Stark). Last, but not least that leaves Cersei. Wait, WTF?!? How can
Cersei be a Lannister? This is how...
In the books (and
the show) Tywin Lannister was married to his cousin Joanna. This was
the mother of Cersei, Jaime and Tyrion. Tywin Lannister and Aerys
Targareyn (aka the Mad King) were best friends at one time and dirty old
Aerys had a thing for Joanna. When Tywin and Joanna were married it is
mentioned that Aerys Targaryen "took liberties with the bedding ritual,"
possibly invoking the right of Prima Nocte, a medieval ritual where a
lord (or king in this instance) had first rights to bed the bride. Tywin
was furious about whatever happened and the incident was one of many
that led to his split with his old friend Aerys. Here is the thing (and
it's a little crazy and soap opera-ish). Twins can have separate
fathers. If a woman beds two men within a certain period it is medically
possible that two sperm (one from each man) can get into an egg. I
think Cersei is Aerys Targaryen's daughter and Dany's sister. However, I
think Jaime is in fact only a Lannister.
There are
some who think Tyrion may be Aerys Targaryen's son. He's a dwarf and the
Targaryens were very incestuous for years sometimes causing birth
defects. Tywin specifically says to Tyrion that he cannot prove he is
not his son. So, could be. I'm not discounting that theory at all. I
love Tyrion and I definitely want him to be riding one of those dragons
no matter what. Think about it though. Cersei is cruel (like the Mad
King) and she just blew up part of the city killing loads of innocent
people in order to become queen. (And the woman didn't even care that
her son committed suicide because of her actions). That's the exact
reason that Jaime killed the Mad King. He wanted to "burn them all" with
wildfire rather than being overthrown. Like father like daughter, huh?
Dany has shown these tendencies as well, but due to her upbringing and
ability to have advisors that tell her no she reigns herself in. Cersei
grew up in a totally different environment. She did not have a mother
either, but she had the upbringing of a high lady and was always told
that she was a Lannister and that people should worship her for that
alone. She has no idea what it is like to be a common person.
There
are always three heads to the dragon and I think those are the three,
but I'll be damned if one of Dany's dragons bows down and let's Cersei
ride him. I think Tyrion is going to have a dragon that will eat her and
spit her out. That is, after Jaime kills her. I guess I have to go
ahead and explain that theory as well...
When a young
Cersei visits Maggy the Frog in Casterly Rock she asks about her future
and if she will marry the prince, referring to Rhaegar Targaryen. The
woman tells her no, she will marry the king. He will have 16 children (I
think) and she will have three. "Gold will be their crowns and gold
their shrouds." And she will be queen until another comes that is
younger and more beautiful (obviously Dany and I don't know why Cersei
hasn't figured that out yet). Maggy also tells her she will be killed by
the valonqar, "And when your tears have drowned you, the valonqar shall wrap his hands
about your pale white throat and choke the life from you."
Valonqar
is Valyrian for "little brother." Naturally, Cersei assumes this is
Tyrion which furthers her hatred and distrust of him. Tyrion is not her
only younger brother though. She is forgetting that though she and Jaime
were born together she came out first with Jaime holding onto her
ankle. That makes him her younger brother no matter how many seconds
apart they were. So, Jaime is finally going to see Cersei for what she
truly is and bring her down (sacrificing himself in the process) and
then Tyrion's dragon will swallow her up, but spit her bitter ass out.
As
for a dragon for Jon, I'm not sure. Could be Rhaegal or Viscerion or it
could be the mythical Ice Dragon hidden underneath the Wall. I'm still
pondering that one. We'll find out more on July 16th. Let me know if you
have any theories!
Courtenay | Mother of Dragons
Friday, March 31, 2017
Thursday, March 30, 2017
#musiciscoming | Game of Thrones Live Concert Experience
I recently attended the Game of Thrones Live Concert Experience in Atlanta, GA. I had attended the Lord of the Rings concert back in the mid 2000s and loved it and since I love music and all things Game of Thrones I was ready. And what an experience it was.
The arena filled with smoke, swords clashed in the clouds changing from blue to red (ice and fire) and the Iron Throne appeared while that familiar song started to play. I was so in awe that I completely forgot to take a picture of the Iron Throne as it rose through the floor in the middle of the arena. Once I had the presence of mind to pull out my phone and take a picture, it vanished never to be seen again. :/ I did however, take pictures of other parts of the concert as well as some video, which I hope I don't get in trouble for, but I just couldn't help myself. I've also had The Rains of Castamere stuck in my head for days... A small price to pay for such a great experience.
Ramin Djawadi, who has written all of the music for Thrones also conducted the orchestra and even delighted us in playing different instruments from time to time. The concert explored character arcs, love and hate, throughout the six seasons of the show that we were able to view on large screens as the orchestra played on the stage. It was no normal stage either. It spanned the entire floor of the arena with special "vignettes" where solos took place. We were even showered with red leaves from the weirwood tree and snow from the North. For two hours, we revisited the journey from season one where we first met the characters, lost some we didn't expect and saw magic come back to Westeros and Essos, to the Battle of Blackwater Bay in season two (where we saw what wildfire can really do), to the epic Battle of the Bastards, the terrifyingly cruel Hold the Door and Cersei's destruction of the Sept of Baelor and takeover of the Iron Throne. And let's not forget the dragons for they are coming to Westeros! There was dragonfire that almost seemed real as well as some wildfire. All themes and characters were explored. The set was stunning and most of the orchestra (especially the soloists) were even dressed in themed costumes. Instruments I've never seen before appeared including a 14 foot horn.
I'm now obsessed with the song "Light of the Seven", which is from Season 6 and about the time Cersei blew up the Sept of Baelor and started her official reign of terror. This definitely takes the Game of Thrones experience to a whole new level. Only 3 1/2 more months until the premiere on 07.16.17. Enjoy pics from the concert below. If you want to see more here is the official site for the concert. There are only a few days left. http://www.gameofthronesconcert.com/
Courtenay | Mother of Dragons
Game of Thrones Season 7 Teaser Trailer - Rivals Take Their Seats
HBO released a season 7 teaser trailer for Game of Thrones today and what a tease it is. It looks as though Dany, Jon and Cersei will all be vying for the throne. Cersei is in Kings Landing of course where it looks like winter has finally come. Jon is at his seat in Winterfell (a seat he never thought he would hold). And it Dany has taken her temporary seat at Dragonstone since it's abandonment after the demise of Stannis Baratheon. It's a fitting visit on Dany's journey to possibly sitting on the Iron Throne as Dragonstone was the original seat of the Targaryen heirs who were next in line for the Iron Throne, including her brother Rhaegar who we may see in flashbacks during season 7. If you haven't seen it yet the link is below. Only 3 1/2 more months to the season premiere on 07.16.17. I never thought I'd be so happy to see July! Also, some exciting news. I hope to launch a Game of Thrones podcast for season 7. I'm still working on the name so more details are to come. I will be doing a recap of season 6 before the premiere of season 7.
Courtenay | Mother of Dragons
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