Aegons

Aegons is a term that can refer to several figures, most notably within the fictional world of George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series and its television adaptation, Game of Thrones. In this context, Aegon refers to a dynastic name used by a prominent ruling family, the Targaryens. Several characters bear this name, each playing significant roles in the history and unfolding narrative of Westeros.

The most well-known Aegon is Aegon the Conqueror, the legendary figure who united the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros under Targaryen rule through conquest, aided by his dragon, Balerion the Black Dread. His actions laid the foundation for the Targaryen dynasty that would rule for nearly three centuries. Other notable Aegons include Aegon II Targaryen, whose reign was marked by a brutal civil war known as the Dance of the Dragons, and Aegon III Targaryen, who ascended the throne in the aftermath of that conflict. The name also appears in later generations, with characters like Aegon Targaryen, son of Prince Rhaegar, and Aegon VI Targaryen, also known as Jon Snow in some interpretations, whose parentage and claims to the throne are central to ongoing storylines. The recurring use of the name Aegon highlights the importance of lineage and the legacy of the Targaryen kings in shaping the political landscape of Westeros.