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Lets unpack the queens fashion statement.
House of the Dragonproves Alicent (Emily Carey) knows how to make an entrance.
The queen, who was mysteriously absent at first, abruptly joined the party wearing a striking green gown.
Rhaenyra and Alicents relationship has been slowly splintering for the better part of the season.
But all this over a dress?
Well, theres definitely more to it.
What Does Alicent’s Green Dress Mean?
These contingents proved to be important as the Targaryen civil war began to unfold.
She is for her own bloodline and opposes Rhaenyras succession.
In the book, Ser Criston and Rhaenyra strike up a romantic relationship, despite being her sworn protector.
After Rhaenyra turns down the knights proposal to run away together, Criston turns cold toward the princess.
Before Rhaenyra and Laenors wedding, Criston wins a ceremonial tourney and does so while wearing Queen Alicents favor.
InHouse of the Dragon, we see a version of the above events.
His admission proves that Rhaenyra indirectly lied to Alicent, which led to Ottos (Rhys Ifans) banishment.
Offended by her suggestion, Criston refuses the arrangement.
It leads to Criston murdering Ser Joffrey, just as he does inFire & Blood.
The episode ends with a lone Criston attempting suicide.
Hes driven by guilt and dishonor, having forsaken his vows by sleeping with Rhaenyra.
This article was originally published onSep.
