Rebirth: House Of The Dragon - Dynasty Of Queen Athena Targaryen

Mēre.

As the first century of the Targaryen dynasty came to a close, the health of the Old King, Jaehaerys, was failing. In those days, House Targaryen stood at the height of its strength with ten adult dragons under its yolk. No power in the world could stand against it. King Jaehaerys reigned over nearly sixty years of peace and prosperity. But tragedy had claimed both his sons, leaving his succession in doubt. So, in the year 101, the Old King called a Great Council to choose an heir. Over a thousand lords made the journey to Harrenhal. Fourteen succession claims were heard but only two were truly considered: Princess Rhaenys Targaryen, the King's eldest descendant, and her younger cousin, Viserys Targaryen, The Kings eldest male descendant.

"It is declared by all lord's paramount and lord's vassal of the Seven Kingdoms that Prince Viserys Targaryen be made Prince of Dragonstone." King Jaehaerys declared.

Rhaenys, a woman, would not inherit the Iron Throne. The lords instead chose Viserys, my brother. Jaehaerys, called the Great Counsil to prevent a war being fought over his succession. For he knew the cold truth.

The only thing that could tear down the House of the Dragon, was itself.