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House of the Dragon never shows the sudden deaths of dragons. If you watch closely, the show gives us quiet clues before something bad happens to a single dragon. On the other hand, based on the Targaryen civil war events described in Fire & Blood by George R.R. Martin, many events have not yet appeared in the TV show.
All these little things are like puzzle pieces, which we can solve and see until the end. Nonetheless, Martin's books, Fire & Blood and A Dance with Dragons, make us feel the story emotionally because we all know the dragons are not just strong creatures; they are an integral part of a much bigger story full of war, loss, and tough choices.
Now, let’s unravel the subtle hints behind the dragon-deaths that the books provide.
Dragons that did not survive the war in George R.R. Martin's books
Arrax: The First to Die
Arrax was Lucerys Velaryon’s dragon, and his death came suddenly, but the show gave us quiet warnings. When Lucerys flew to Storm’s End, the sky was dark and stormy, and everything felt tense and scary. As he arrived, we saw a huge dragon, Vhagar, already waiting there.
That moment was meant to tell us that danger was close. The way the camera showed the sea and how small Arrax looked next to Vhagar made it clear that something bad was going to happen. When Lucerys tried to leave, Vhagar chased them, and despite trying to escape, Arrax was killed mid-air. This showed us that war is cruel, and even young dragons are not safe.
Meleys: The Red Queen’s Final Battle
Meleys, the dragon of Princess Rhaenys, was very strong and proud. Before her final battle, the show gave many signs that her time was coming to an end. Rhaenys was feeling more pressure and worry. She chose to ride into war even though she knew the danger. Her dragon was shown in a very powerful and grand manner, like a queen ready to fight.
But the fight didn’t go well. She was attacked by two dragons at once, Vhagar and Sunfyre. It was a trap, and although Meleys fought hard, she and Rhaenys were both killed. This showed that even the bravest can fall when power is used unfairly.
Sunfyre: The Golden Dragon’s Death
Sunfyre, the dragon of King Aegon II, was known for being beautiful and strong. But later in the war, he began to look weaker. The show slowly showed him becoming tired, his flight slowing down, and his body not moving like before. These small signs told us that something was wrong.
He later fought against Moondancer and Baela Targaryen, and though he survived that fight, he was badly hurt. He died from his injuries later, showing that even the most powerful dragons cannot escape the damage caused by too much fighting.
Vermithor: The Bronze Dragon’s End
Vermithor was once one of the biggest and strongest dragons, but in his final days, we could see that he wasn’t as mighty anymore. The show showed him moving slower, looking tired, and acting differently.
This was a sign of what was coming. During the second battle of Tumbleton, he fought with other dragons and was killed. This big battle was chaotic, and it showed how confused and broken the Targaryen side had become. Vermithor’s death was not just a loss of strength, it showed that their whole side was starting to fall apart.
Tessarion: The Blue Queen’s Last Flight
Tessarion was a beautiful blue dragon and was ridden by Daeron Targaryen. As the war got worse, her rider became more desperate to win, and this showed in the way Tessarion flew and behaved.
She no longer looked calm and controlled. Instead, her flying became wild and shaky, showing the fear and pressure she was feeling. She was badly hurt during the same battle that killed Vermithor and Seasmoke. In the end, someone had to put her out of her pain. Tessarion’s death was sad and showed how war brings suffering even to those who are innocent.
Shrykos and Morghul: Killed by the People
Shrykos and Morghul were dragons who lived in King’s Landing, but even though they were not in big battles, they still died. The show hinted at their deaths by showing people in the city becoming more scared and angry. They whispered about the dragons and looked at them with fear. This fear turned into hate.
One day, the people rose and killed the dragons—Shrykos was beheaded, and Morghul was stabbed. This showed that dragons aren’t just killed in battle—they can also die because of fear and anger from regular people.
Syrax: Rhaenyra’s Loyal Dragon
Syrax was very close to Rhaenyra Targaryen. But as the war went on, Rhaenyra became more and more alone. She started to lose her friends and her trust in others. This loneliness was shown through the way Syrax was kept away, she was almost forgotten.
When things got really bad, the people in King’s Landing turned on Rhaenyra and her dragon. They killed Syrax. It shows that even a dragon that had always stayed loyal could not survive in a world of betrayal. Definitely, it was a sad end to a long friendship.
Dreamfyre: The Injured Queen
Dreamfyre was an older dragon, and during the war, her rider faced a lot of pressure. This made Dreamfyre act more stressed and out of control. She was later blinded and injured when people attacked the Dragonpit.
The show had shown her slowly losing her proud, calm nature before that moment. In the end, Dreamfyre was crushed when the building fell apart. Her death was painful and showed how dangerous and tragic the civil war was, not just for humans, but for dragons too.
Seasmoke: The End of a Fighter
Seasmoke was a brave dragon and fought in many battles. But as time passed, his rider became more reckless and tried to win even when the odds were bad. In the final battle, Seasmoke fought Vermithor and Tessarion, both without riders. The fight was wild and chaotic, and Seasmoke was killed.
His movements before that were already showing signs of struggle. His death was a sign that the war was going out of control and that even the best dragons were not safe anymore.
The Cannibal: The Mysterious Disappearance
The Cannibal was a wild dragon that no one ever rode. He was scary and known to eat other dragons. While others were involved in the war, the Cannibal stayed away. As the war ended, he simply disappeared.
The show didn’t say how or when exactly he died. His slow fading from the story was a quiet sign that the time of dragons was ending. Even the strongest and wildest ones could not last forever.
Sheepstealer: Gone with Nettles
Sheepstealer was another wild dragon, and he was tamed by a young girl named Nettles. They had a strange but strong bond. But as the war turned darker, Nettles saw the danger and decided to leave. The show hinted at this when Nettles began acting more distant.
She and Sheepstealer flew away and were never seen again. Their disappearance was not sad like the others, but it reminded us that not all dragons die in battle, some just leave, and their stories become legends.
Morning: The Last of Her Kind
Morning was the last dragon born during the time of the Targaryens. She was very young and never went into battle. The show gave quiet hints that her story would not be grand. She was treated gently, but there was a sense of sadness in her scenes.
Later, she dies during the rule of Aegon III, and no one knows exactly how. Her death was soft and quiet, but it marked the end of dragons in Westeros. She was the last of her kind, and after her, there were no more for a long time.
Drogon: The One Who Flew Away
Drogon is the dragon of Daenerys Targaryen and the only one left alive at the end of Game of Thrones. The show gave many signs that he loved Daenerys deeply. When she died, Drogon cried out and melted the Iron Throne in sadness and anger. Then he flew away with her body and never came back.
His flight into the unknown was a message that dragons might not be gone forever. While many died in the Dance of the Dragons, Drogon’s story leaves a small hope that one day, they could return.
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This list gives us clues about which dragons will die in House of the Dragon. The carefully planned story even drops small signs before a dragon's death. We can see a strange look from a character, a dark sky, a nervous mood, or a quiet moment with sad music. These little details later make sense when we look back. It reminds us that even the most powerful creatures can fall in the face of war.
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