Balerion the Black Dread was one of the most imposing dragons in all of Westeros.

Although he has not been explored much inHouse of the Dragon, George R.R.

Who Rode Balerion the Black Dread?

Tom Glynn-Carney as Aegon Targaryen in House of the Dragon, Balerion’s skull

However, because of Balerion, the castle fell rather quickly.

During his life, though, Maegor used Balerion as a monstrous weapon just like Aegon the Conqueror did.

After Maegor the Cruel died, Princess Aerea Targaryen claimed Balerion while the dragon was on Dragonstone.

Balerion The Black Dread from World of Ice and Fire

However, Viserys I Targaryen did end up claiming him, becoming Balerion’s last rider.

Will Balerion Ever Be Shown On-Screen?

ET on HBO and Max.

Balerion Skull

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