The Game Of Thrones author George RR Martin isn't too happy with the changes made in the fantasy drama House of the Dragons&nbsp;— a spin-off show of GoT, and based on Martin's Fire and Blood novel series.&nbsp; 
 
In a blog post, Martin has mentioned that the co-creator and showrunner Ryan Condal has made significant changes in his novel Fire &amp; Blood adaptation. The author has expressed displeasure at the number of changes and stated that the alteration in seasons two as well as three and four can cause serious problems. 
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The blog was deleted a few hours after publishing. HBO, the platform that has bought the screen rights of the books, issued a statement soon after in response to Martin's blog.&nbsp; 
 
"In the show, Aegon and Helaena have two young children (the 6-year-old twins Jaehaerys and Jaehaera). In the book, they have three -- there's an even younger brother, 2-year-old Maelor. In a sprawling show with many characters for viewers to remember, having one less child seems like a rather routine adaptive choice. But, Martin notes, this is resulting in a 'butterfly effect' of consequences."&nbsp; 
 
Season two of House of the Dragons had certain changes, like the Blood and Cheese scene, two persons who were hired to murder Jaehaerys in front of his mother 
The sequences in the book were presented differently. 
 
George RR Martin elaborated on the same, saying, "I still believe the scene in the book is stronger. The readers have the right of that. The two killers are crueler in the book. I thought the actors who played the killers on the show were excellent... but the characters are crueler, harder, and more frightening in FIRE &amp; BLOOD. ... I would also suggest that Helaena shows more courage, more strength in the book, by offering her own own life to save her son. Offering a piece of jewellery is just not the same ... As I saw it, the 'Sophie's Choice' aspect was the strongest part of the sequence, the darkest, the most visceral. I hated to lose that. And judging from the comments on line, most of the fans seemed to agree." 
 
"I argued against it, for all these reasons," Martin mentioned. "I did not argue long, or with much heat, however. The change weakened the sequence, I felt, but only a bit. And Ryan had what seemed to be practical reasons for it; they did not want to deal with casting another child, especially a two-year old toddler. Kids that young will inevitably slow down production, and there would be budget implications. Budget was already an issue on HOUSE OF THE DRAGON, it made sense to save money wherever we could. Moreover, Ryan assured me that we were not losing Prince Maelor, simply postponing him. Queen Helaena could still give birth to him in season three, presumably after getting with child late in season two. That made sense to me, so I withdrew my objections and acquiesced to the change," he added.

Martin continued, "Sometime between the initial decision to remove Maelor, a big change was made. The prince's birth was no longer just going to be pushed back to season 3. He was never going to be born at all. The younger son of Aegon and Helaena would never appear."

"Maybe... but I don't see how. The butterflies would seem to prohibit it ... From what I know, that seems to be what Ryan is doing here. It's simplest, yes, and may make sense in terms of budgets and shooting schedules. But simpler is not better ... Maelor by himself means little. He is a small child, does not have a line of dialogue, does nothing of consequence but die... but where and when and how, that does matter."

Martin also mentioned about the death of a character and how it was shown in the series as compared to its depiction in the book, "None of that is essential, I suppose... but all of it does serve a purpose, it all helps to tie the story lines together, so one thing follows another in a logical and convincing manner ... that's a considerable loss."

"And there are larger and more toxic butterflies to come if HOUSE OF THE DRAGON goes ahead with some of the changes being contemplated for seasons 3 and 4...," he added.

Later, HBO responded to the post with a statement, "There are few greater fans of George RR Martin and his book Fire &amp; Blood than the creative team on House of the Dragon, both in production and at HBO. Commonly, when adapting a book for the screen, with its own format and limitations, the showrunner ultimately is required to make difficult choices about the characters and stories the audience will follow. We believe that Ryan Condal and his team have done an extraordinary job and the millions of fans the series has amassed over the first two seasons will continue to enjoy it."&nbsp; 
 
Martin is co-creator of House of the Dragons.

The Game Of Thrones author George RR Martin isn't too happy with the changes made in the fantasy drama House of the Dragons — a spin-off show of GoT, and based on Martin's Fire and Blood novel series.

The Game Of Thrones author George RR Martin isn't too happy with the changes made in the fantasy drama House of the Dragons — a spin-off show of GoT, and based on Martin's Fire and Blood novel series. In a blog post, Martin has mentioned that the co-creator and showrunner Ryan Condal has made significant changes in his novel Fire & Blood adaptation. The author has expressed displeasure at the number of changes and stated that the alteration in seasons two as well as three and four can cause serious problems. The blog was deleted a few hours after publishing. HBO, the platform that has bought the screen rights of the books, issued a statement soon after in response to Martin's blog. "In the show, Aegon and Helaena have two young children (the 6-year-old twins Jaehaerys and Jaehaera). In the book, they have three -- there's an even younger brother, 2-year-old Maelor. In a sprawling show with many characters for viewers to remember, having one less child seems like a rather routine adaptive choice. But, Martin notes, this is resulting in a 'butterfly effect' of consequences." Season two of House of the Dragons had certain changes, like the Blood and Cheese scene, two persons who were hired to murder Jaehaerys in front of his mother The sequences in the book were presented differently. George RR Martin elaborated on the same, saying, "I still believe the scene in the book is stronger. The readers have the right of that. The two killers are crueler in the book. I thought the actors who played the killers on the show were excellent... but the characters are crueler, harder, and more frightening in FIRE & BLOOD. ... I would also suggest that Helaena shows more courage, more strength in the book, by offering her own own life to save her son. Offering a piece of jewellery is just not the same ... As I saw it, the 'Sophie's Choice' aspect was the strongest part of the sequence, the darkest, the most visceral. I hated to lose that. And judging from the comments on line, most of the fans seemed to agree." "I argued against it, for all these reasons," Martin mentioned. "I did not argue long, or with much heat, however. The change weakened the sequence, I felt, but only a bit. And Ryan had what seemed to be practical reasons for it; they did not want to deal with casting another child, especially a two-year old toddler. Kids that young will inevitably slow down production, and there would be budget implications. Budget was already an issue on HOUSE OF THE DRAGON, it made sense to save money wherever we could. Moreover, Ryan assured me that we were not losing Prince Maelor, simply postponing him. Queen Helaena could still give birth to him in season three, presumably after getting with child late in season two. That made sense to me, so I withdrew my objections and acquiesced to the change," he added. Martin continued, "Sometime between the initial decision to remove Maelor, a big change was made. The prince's birth was no longer just going to be pushed back to season 3. He was never going to be born at all. The younger son of Aegon and Helaena would never appear." "Maybe... but I don't see how. The butterflies would seem to prohibit it ... From what I know, that seems to be what Ryan is doing here. It's simplest, yes, and may make sense in terms of budgets and shooting schedules. But simpler is not better ... Maelor by himself means little. He is a small child, does not have a line of dialogue, does nothing of consequence but die... but where and when and how, that does matter." Martin also mentioned about the death of a character and how it was shown in the series as compared to its depiction in the book, "None of that is essential, I suppose... but all of it does serve a purpose, it all helps to tie the story lines together, so one thing follows another in a logical and convincing manner ... that's a considerable loss." "And there are larger and more toxic butterflies to come if HOUSE OF THE DRAGON goes ahead with some of the changes being contemplated for seasons 3 and 4...," he added. Later, HBO responded to the post with a statement, "There are few greater fans of George RR Martin and his book Fire & Blood than the creative team on House of the Dragon, both in production and at HBO. Commonly, when adapting a book for the screen, with its own format and limitations, the showrunner ultimately is required to make difficult choices about the characters and stories the audience will follow. We believe that Ryan Condal and his team have done an extraordinary job and the millions of fans the series has amassed over the first two seasons will continue to enjoy it." Martin is co-creator of House of the Dragons.

George RR Martin criticises changes made in House of the Dragons, HBO responds

It's been three years since HBO's juggernaut show 'Game of Thrones' came to a close.&nbsp;Now, the history of the throne is being examined in the prequel 'House of the Dragon,' which charters how the House of Targaryen falls into civil war. The series debuts on HBO on Aug. 21. &nbsp;The show starts with King Viserys Targaryen (Paddy Considine) having to choose an heir, either his dutiful daughter, Princess Rhaenyra, or his wayward and violent brother, Prince Daemon. 
 
"There's so much that Daemon gets away with because his brother is the king," Considine said in an interview with Reuters. 
 
"It's not until he breaks my heart with his words that I do act," Considine added. The show is based on passages of George RR Martin's 2018 novel 'Fire &amp; Blood,' which gave a brief history of the Targaryen family 200 years before 'Game of Thrones.' &nbsp; &nbsp; 
 
The crux of the show lies with the relationship between two women, Alicent Hightower and Princess Rhaenyra. &nbsp; &nbsp; The two are close until Rhaenyra`s mother dies and Alicent marries King Viserys and becomes the queen, demanding that her children become the heirs to the throne. 
 
"You're going there from the (point of view) of two women for the first time," said Emma D'Arcy, who plays the older Princess Rhaenyra in the generation-spanning story. "It's a show that interrogates patriarchy, misogyny and power." 
Some fans complained about the finale of the original 'Game of Thrones' series. 'House of the Dragon' co-creator Ryan Condal said the ending of the new series is already planned.&nbsp; 
 
"We do have a plan out in front of us, but the main idea is to tell as much story as the book gives us and instead of overstaying your welcome, to get out and leave them wanting a little bit more," Condal said.

It's been three years since HBO's juggernaut show 'Game of Thrones' came to a close. Now, the history of the throne is being examined in the prequel 'House of the Dragon,' which charters how the House of Targaryen falls into civil war.

It's been three years since HBO's juggernaut show 'Game of Thrones' came to a close. Now, the history of the throne is being examined in the prequel 'House of the Dragon,' which charters how the House of Targaryen falls into civil war. The series debuts on HBO on Aug. 21. The show starts with King Viserys Targaryen (Paddy Considine) having to choose an heir, either his dutiful daughter, Princess Rhaenyra, or his wayward and violent brother, Prince Daemon. "There's so much that Daemon gets away with because his brother is the king," Considine said in an interview with Reuters. "It's not until he breaks my heart with his words that I do act," Considine added. The show is based on passages of George RR Martin's 2018 novel 'Fire & Blood,' which gave a brief history of the Targaryen family 200 years before 'Game of Thrones.' The crux of the show lies with the relationship between two women, Alicent Hightower and Princess Rhaenyra. The two are close until Rhaenyra`s mother dies and Alicent marries King Viserys and becomes the queen, demanding that her children become the heirs to the throne. "You're going there from the (point of view) of two women for the first time," said Emma D'Arcy, who plays the older Princess Rhaenyra in the generation-spanning story. "It's a show that interrogates patriarchy, misogyny and power." Some fans complained about the finale of the original 'Game of Thrones' series. 'House of the Dragon' co-creator Ryan Condal said the ending of the new series is already planned. "We do have a plan out in front of us, but the main idea is to tell as much story as the book gives us and instead of overstaying your welcome, to get out and leave them wanting a little bit more," Condal said.

The Iron Throne up for grabs again in 'Game of Thrones' prequel series

‘Game of Thrones’ prequel series ‘House of the Dragon’ is all set to treat its fans with more battles, violence, and deceit.&nbsp;The fantasy drama series, which chronicles the Targaryen family's history, will premiere on August 21, and one of its stars, Matt Smith, in an interview with Rolling Stone, hinted that the spinoff would be filled with plenty of passionate sex scenes like its predecessor. In the conversation, Smith recalls how he was taken by surprise by the count of sex scenes that were included in the series.

He has confirmed that people would see his character getting involved in a lot of bedroom acts. However, he wondered if so many sex scenes that he was a part of were actually needed. "You do find yourself asking, ‘Do we need another sex scene?’" Smith said.&nbsp;

Smith plays Prince Daemon Targaryen in the upcoming ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff.

He continued, "And they’re like, ‘Yeah, we do.’ I guess you have to ask yourself: ‘What are you doing? Are you representing the books, or are you diluting the books to represent the time [we’re living in]?’ And I actually think it’s your job to represent the books truthfully and honestly, as they were written."

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When asked about his views on his character getting to do a number of steamy scenes in the series, he replied with a laugh, "Yeah – slightly too much, if you ask me."

Earlier, the show's creator, Miguel Sapochnik, stated that ‘House of Dragons’ will embrace the rawness that characterised 'Game of Thrones.’

Watch 'House of the Dragon' trailer here:-&nbsp;

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‘House of the Dragon’ has some well-known faces apart from Smith, such as ‘Peaky Blinders’ actor Paddy Considine, Emma D'Arcy, Olivia Cooke, ‘Outlander’ star Graham McTavish, Eve Best, and Steve Toussaint. The prequel is based on George R. R. Martin’s book ‘Fire and Blood.’&nbsp;&nbsp;It takes place around 200 years before the main events of ‘Game of Thrones’. It will follow the story of a Targaryen civil war, which is called 'The Dance of Dragons'.

‘House of the Dragon’ will debut on HBO on August 21 in the US and on Sky Atlantic in the UK on August 22, along with NOW.

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‘Game of Thrones’ prequel series ‘House of the Dragon’ is all set to treat its fans with more battles, violence, and deceit. The fantasy drama series, which chronicles the Targaryen family's history, will premiere on August 21, and one of its stars, Matt Smith, in an interview with Rolling Stone, hinted that the spinoff would be filled with plenty of passionate sex scenes like its predecessor.

‘Game of Thrones’ prequel series ‘House of the Dragon’ is all set to treat its fans with more battles, violence, and deceit. The fantasy drama series, which chronicles the Targaryen family's history, will premiere on August 21, and one of its stars, Matt Smith, in an interview with Rolling Stone, hinted that the spinoff would be filled with plenty of passionate sex scenes like its predecessor. In the conversation, Smith recalls how he was taken by surprise by the count of sex scenes that were included in the series. He has confirmed that people would see his character getting involved in a lot of bedroom acts. However, he wondered if so many sex scenes that he was a part of were actually needed. "You do find yourself asking, ‘Do we need another sex scene?’" Smith said. Smith plays Prince Daemon Targaryen in the upcoming ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff. He continued, "And they’re like, ‘Yeah, we do.’ I guess you have to ask yourself: ‘What are you doing? Are you representing the books, or are you diluting the books to represent the time [we’re living in]?’ And I actually think it’s your job to represent the books truthfully and honestly, as they were written." 'Game of Thrones' prequel meets Targaryens at height of power When asked about his views on his character getting to do a number of steamy scenes in the series, he replied with a laugh, "Yeah – slightly too much, if you ask me." Earlier, the show's creator, Miguel Sapochnik, stated that ‘House of Dragons’ will embrace the rawness that characterised 'Game of Thrones.’ Watch 'House of the Dragon' trailer here:- ‘House of the Dragon’ has some well-known faces apart from Smith, such as ‘Peaky Blinders’ actor Paddy Considine, Emma D'Arcy, Olivia Cooke, ‘Outlander’ star Graham McTavish, Eve Best, and Steve Toussaint. The prequel is based on George R. R. Martin’s book ‘Fire and Blood.’ It takes place around 200 years before the main events of ‘Game of Thrones’. It will follow the story of a Targaryen civil war, which is called 'The Dance of Dragons'. ‘House of the Dragon’ will debut on HBO on August 21 in the US and on Sky Atlantic in the UK on August 22, along with NOW. Actress Anne Heche severely burned in horrific car crash

'House Of the Dragon' actor Matt Smith claims he was startled by number of sex scenes in the show

HBO has shut down production on `Game of Thrones` prequel series `House of the Dragon` due to COVID-19. Reports suggest that the UK shoot has been paused for two days after a positive case was found in zone A, which includes cast and crew. 
 
According to The Hollywood Reporter, in compliance with industry guidelines, the COVID positive member is currently in isolation, and close contacts will be required to quarantine.&nbsp;

The member had tested positive after rigorous testing was implemented for all production employees. Production will resume on Wednesday after a two-day pause.&nbsp; 
 
The series stars Matt Smith as Prince Daemon Targaryen and Emma D`Arcy as Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen, Steve Toussaint as Lord Corlys Velaryon (also known as the Sea Snake), Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower and Rhys Ifans as Otto Hightower. 
 
`House of the Dragon` brings the story of the Targaryen family in Westeros and is set 300 years before the events in Game of Thrones.&nbsp; 
The drama is from co-showrunners Ryan Condal (Colony) and Miguel Sapochnik (Game of Thrones), and executive producer and saga author George R.R. Martin. The production pause comes amid virus fears surging in the UK as the country ends most remaining COVID-19 restrictions, including mask mandates.&nbsp; 
 
Production on `Bridgerton` second season was similarly halted for the second time this week following a positive COVID test, with production paused indefinitely while a timetable for a return to production is reached. 
 
According to The Hollywood Reporter, `House of the Dragon` is one of six GoT-related prequel projects in the works at HBO, as well as a stage show in development for Broadway/West End that will feature new actors playing iconic characters from the original series.&nbsp;

HBO has shut down production on `Game of Thrones` prequel series `House of the Dragon` due to COVID-19. Reports suggest that the UK shoot has been paused for two days after a positive case was found in zone A, which includes cast and crew.

HBO has shut down production on `Game of Thrones` prequel series `House of the Dragon` due to COVID-19. Reports suggest that the UK shoot has been paused for two days after a positive case was found in zone A, which includes cast and crew. According to The Hollywood Reporter, in compliance with industry guidelines, the COVID positive member is currently in isolation, and close contacts will be required to quarantine. The member had tested positive after rigorous testing was implemented for all production employees. Production will resume on Wednesday after a two-day pause. The series stars Matt Smith as Prince Daemon Targaryen and Emma D`Arcy as Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen, Steve Toussaint as Lord Corlys Velaryon (also known as the Sea Snake), Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower and Rhys Ifans as Otto Hightower. `House of the Dragon` brings the story of the Targaryen family in Westeros and is set 300 years before the events in Game of Thrones. The drama is from co-showrunners Ryan Condal (Colony) and Miguel Sapochnik (Game of Thrones), and executive producer and saga author George R.R. Martin. The production pause comes amid virus fears surging in the UK as the country ends most remaining COVID-19 restrictions, including mask mandates. Production on `Bridgerton` second season was similarly halted for the second time this week following a positive COVID test, with production paused indefinitely while a timetable for a return to production is reached. According to The Hollywood Reporter, `House of the Dragon` is one of six GoT-related prequel projects in the works at HBO, as well as a stage show in development for Broadway/West End that will feature new actors playing iconic characters from the original series.

HBO pauses production on 'House Of The Dragon' due to COVID-19 positive case