The Enigma of the Three-Eyed Raven

Aug 8, 2024

The Mysterious Origin of the Three-Eyed Raven

Introduction

  • Discussion on Bryan Rivers, an illegitimate Targaryen who became the Three-Eyed Raven.
  • Exploration of a potential magical entity manipulating events for thousands of years.
  • Connection to Damon's story and expectations for the upcoming series, "The Hedge Knight."

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  • Chance to win a Funko Pop from "House of the Dragon."
  • Participants must comment on which king or queen they would bend the knee for and why.
  • Winner will be announced on August 16th.

Origins of Bryan Rivers

  • Born in 175 AC at King's Landing during a politically turbulent time.
  • Mother: Melissa Blackwood, a respected mistress of Aegon IV Targaryen, known as Aegon the Unworthy.
  • Birth viewed with mixed opinions: some saw it as moral decay, others as a romantic tale.

House Blackwood

  • Renowned for their noble lineage and worship of the old gods.
  • Bryan’s maternal family has a significant connection to ancient religion and magic.
  • Their ancestral home features a giant weirwood tree, highlighting their ties to the old gods.

Bryan’s Early Life

  • Faced discrimination due to albinism and illegitimacy.
  • Despite mockery, he became a crucial figure in the Game of Thrones universe.
  • Possible early access to spiritual dimensions and training to become the Three-Eyed Raven.

Connection to Damon

  • Bryan Rivers saw in a vision as a young boy, possibly indicating his early spiritual training.
  • The Three-Eyed Raven might be an entity passing its title to successors, influencing events through time travel.
  • Damon's vision related to Bryan’s training, possibly involving time manipulation.

The Sword Dark Sister

  • Bryan Rivers used the same sword as Damon, which has a storied history.
  • Dark Sister reappeared after the Dance of the Dragons, linking Bryan to significant Targaryen events.

Themes of Time and Destiny

  • Discussion of the three-eyed Raven potentially being a villain seeking to manipulate Targaryens for a magical war.
  • The idea that destiny cannot be changed, yet Bran Stark's actions suggest otherwise.
  • Bran's ability to affect events raises questions about the nature of fate and the ongoing struggle in the narrative.

Conclusion

  • Speculation on the role of the Three-Eyed Raven in recruiting individuals to change events and timelines.
  • Questions posed: Is Bran Stark the first Three-Eyed Raven?
  • Invitation for viewers to share their thoughts and subscribe for more content.