Is Tyrion Actually a Targaryen?
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Aerys Targaryen and Tywin Lannister's bond over Raid Shadow Legends sparked theories about Tyrion Lannister's parentage, with evidence pointing towards and against him being a Targaryen. The theory of Tyrion being a Targaryen is debunked, with alternative explanations like genetic chimerism and the twin tags theory proposed to address his complex character.
Insights
- Aerys Targaryen and Tywin Lannister's shared interest in Raid Shadow Legends and the Bannerlord faction bonded them as childhood friends.
- The theory of Tyrion Lannister being a Targaryen is refuted, with explanations such as chimerism offering alternative perspectives on his appearance and family dynamics, ultimately deeming the theory damaging to the existing narrative.
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Recent questions
What game did Aerys Targaryen and Tywin Lannister bond over?
Raid Shadow Legends
What fueled speculation about Tyrion Lannister's parentage?
Aerys and Tywin's friendship
What debunked the theory of Tyrion being a Targaryen based on his appearance?
Dreams about dragons not prophetic
What possible explanation was given for Tyrion Lannister's appearance?
Genetic chimerism
Why was the theory of Tyrion being a Targaryen considered damaging to the story?
Disruptive to existing narrative
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Summary
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Childhood friends bond over Raid Shadow Legends
- Aerys Targaryen and Tywin Lannister were childhood friends, bonded by their common interest in playing Raid Shadow Legends.
- Both Aerys and Tywin were not knights yet, making the Bannerlord faction in the game appealing to them.
- The fate of Good King Tabor in the game would likely appeal to Aerys and Tywin, with Lord Champfort being a favorite champion.
- Raid Shadow Legends offers in-depth combat and level-up mechanics, with the ability to power up main champions by sacrificing lesser ones.
- The game is adding 11 new champions and 200 missions, encouraging players to start playing through the associated link.
- Aerys Targaryen and Tywin Lannister's friendship was significant, leading to speculation about Tyrion Lannister's parentage.
- Aerys' inappropriate behavior towards Joanna Lannister and Tywin's extreme hatred for Tyrion fuel theories of Tyrion's Targaryen lineage.
- Tyrion's physical appearance, love for dragons, and Tywin's disdain for him are cited as evidence supporting the Tyrion Targaryen theory.
- Aerys' interest in Joanna, coupled with events surrounding Tyrion's birth, adds weight to the theory of his Targaryen parentage.
- Counterarguments against the theory include inconsistencies in physical traits, lack of concrete evidence linking Tyrion to Targaryen lineage, and the speculative nature of some supporting details.
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Debunking Tyrion Targaryen Theory: Dragon Dreams Explained
- The theory that Tyrion is a Targaryen due to his appearance is debunked as his dreams about dragons are not prophetic like true Targaryens.
- Dragon dreams are distinct from dreams about dragons, with many characters dreaming about dragons without being Targaryens.
- Tyrion's fascination with dragons does not inherently make him a Targaryen, as many individuals share a love for dragons without Targaryen lineage.
- The intense hatred Tywin has for Tyrion can be explained by family dynamics and Tyrion's characteristics, making the theory of Tyrion not being Tywin's son unnecessary.
- Speculation about Aerys and Joanna's relationship lacks substantial evidence, with conflicting accounts and no mention in the books beyond Barristan Selmy's recollections.
- The theory of Tyrion being a Targaryen is refuted, with a possible explanation for his appearance being chimerism, where genetic merging in utero could explain his features.
- The idea of Tyrion being a genetic chimera with both Tywin and Aerys as fathers is considered, addressing the duality of his character and appearance.
- Tyrion's deformities are metaphorical in the story, symbolizing his inner turmoil and not necessarily indicating Targaryen lineage.
- The theory of Tyrion being a Targaryen is deemed damaging to the existing story, with alternative theories like the twin tags theory proposed as less disruptive options.
