House of the Dragon" is an American fantasy drama television series created by
George R. R. Martin and Ryan Condal for HBO. It is a prequel to the popular
series "Game of Thrones" and is based on parts of Martin's 2018 book "Fire
& Blood." The series is set about 100 years after the Targaryen conquest
of the Seven Kingdoms and nearly 200 years before the events of "Game of
Thrones." It follows the events leading up to the decline of House Targaryen
and the devastating war of succession known as the "Dance of the Dragons." The
show features an ensemble cast and has received positive reviews for its
character development, visual effects, writing, and performances