<description>&lt;p&gt;In this podcast episode, we continue discussing the regency of King Aegon III amidst political upheaval. Aegon&amp;#39;s brother Viserys returns, bringing both comfort and new challenges to the Red Keep.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Thaddeus Rowan becomes Hand of the King struggling with complex political dynamics. We explore the influence of House Rogare who draw parallels to the Medici family. The Rogare family&amp;#39;s rise and subsequent fall impact Westeros&amp;#39;s political and economic affairs.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The fierce battle for leadership of the Vale unfolds is marked by treacherous terrains and strategic campaigns. Tension in the Red Keep escalates over dragon eggs and a tragic poisoning incident.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Lysene Spring sees economic growth and collapse driven by the Rogare family. The Rogare family&amp;#39;s financial collapse leads to the arrest of prominent figures in King&amp;#39;s Landing.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A young Aegon emerges with newfound resolve amidst the chaos, signifying his transition into adulthood. We continue to examine the intricate interplay of power, betrayal, and emerging leadership during this tumultuous period.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Aegon&amp;#39;s regency nears the end with significant developments setting the stage for future episodes. The episode concludes with a promise to explore the aftermath in the next episode.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

The Westerosi Primer

Elizabeth L

Aegon III (Part 2)

DEC 11, 202434 MIN
The Westerosi Primer

Aegon III (Part 2)

DEC 11, 202434 MIN

Description

In this podcast episode, we continue discussing the regency of King Aegon III amidst political upheaval. Aegon's brother Viserys returns, bringing both comfort and new challenges to the Red Keep.

Thaddeus Rowan becomes Hand of the King struggling with complex political dynamics. We explore the influence of House Rogare who draw parallels to the Medici family. The Rogare family's rise and subsequent fall impact Westeros's political and economic affairs.

The fierce battle for leadership of the Vale unfolds is marked by treacherous terrains and strategic campaigns. Tension in the Red Keep escalates over dragon eggs and a tragic poisoning incident.

The Lysene Spring sees economic growth and collapse driven by the Rogare family. The Rogare family's financial collapse leads to the arrest of prominent figures in King's Landing.

A young Aegon emerges with newfound resolve amidst the chaos, signifying his transition into adulthood. We continue to examine the intricate interplay of power, betrayal, and emerging leadership during this tumultuous period.

Aegon's regency nears the end with significant developments setting the stage for future episodes. The episode concludes with a promise to explore the aftermath in the next episode.