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Hola amigos, buenas vibras para todos.
**Hello friends, good vibes to all.
Game of Thrones fans were left with a bitter taste after that fateful final season because the story didn't end in the most satisfying way it could have, despite being one of the best series of all time. When House of the Dragon premiered, expectations were very high, but personally, I haven't quite lived up to them yet, so with the arrival of this new installment, doubts were running high. Fortunately, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms has been a breath of fresh air, reminding us of the origins of GOT: no magic, no visual effects or CGI, just pure heart and humanity.
This series is set approximately 100 years before the events of Game of Thrones and 70 years after those of Heroes of the Dead, placing it squarely in between. It centers on Sir Duncan the Tall, a knight unlike any other, as he is humble, honest, and possesses a warmth rarely found in those times. Alongside him is Egg, a small squire who is not who he claims to be. The plot revolves around Dunk's quest to prove his worth, to demonstrate that he can be a worthy, honorable, and courageous knight, and to do so, he must participate in and win a tournament against other knights.
In this era, the Targaryens still hold the Iron Throne, so they will also be protagonists in this series. I should mention there are no dragons because they die in Heroes of the Dragon, so don't expect any of those beasts soaring through the skies. As for the series itself, it's absolutely phenomenal. It's true that it starts off tentatively, with a slow pace, but little by little it gains momentum and shape, culminating in episodes 4 and 5, which are among the highest-rated in the entire universe (across all three series). It's incredible that this story, without anything visually extraordinary, has managed to reach such heights, all thanks to its classic, rustic, and natural style.
Because, as I already mentioned, there aren't any big special effects, but there is a great deal of emotional depth in the characters. They have a lot of personality, some are endearing, for better or for worse; and this, my friends, something as simple as achieving these things is enough to make this series one of the best things to come in 2026. We have drama, sadness, melancholy, and a lot of heart. Sir Duncan is a very good character who was mentioned several times in Game of Thrones; there are references in some episodes to what an important man does in this whole story spanning hundreds of years. I think this last point was another thing that made it so appealing to people, the obvious connections with Game of Thrones, something that doesn't happen as much with HotD.
The chemistry between Sir Duncan and Egg is phenomenal, and this is largely because they're both so good at their roles. Dexter Sol Ansell's acting as the boy squire is impressive; he might just be the best character in the series. The climax of the series is top-notch, with an incredibly high level of tension and suspense. It reminded me of the best Game of Thrones episodes, where you were glued to the screen because you knew something was about to happen. In the end, events unfold that are crucial to the series' depth and add even more emotional impact. I highly recommend it; I give it a 9/10. It revived the Game of Thrones universe. The trailer is below.
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Bueno amigos por hoy es todo, espero que les haya gustado. ¡Un abrazo a todos, nos vemos en la próxima!
***Well friends, that's all for today. I hope you enjoyed it. ¡Hugs to everyone, see you next time!