The battle lines aren't just drawn in Westeros—they’re tearing Avonetics apart. A firestorm of debate is raging over the true catalyst of the Dance of the Dragons, and King Viserys I is at the heart of it all. Was he a doting father trying to protect his chosen heir, or was his blatant favoritism for Rhaenyra the single most destructive act of his reign? Users are pointing to his shocking neglect of Aegon, Helaena, and Aemond as the poison that corrupted the Targaryen bloodline long before the first sword was drawn. The core of the argument explodes over one question: what truly doomed the realm? Many argue Rhaenyra’s illegitimate sons were an unforgivable betrayal of the succession, a scandal that made war inevitable. They claim no kingdom would ever accept bastards sitting on the driftwood throne. But an equally ferocious camp insists the boys were just a convenient excuse. They argue the real villain was the unshakeable patriarchal rot of Westeros, a society that would rather burn than see a woman rule. This wasn't about blood purity; it was about breaking the ultimate glass ceiling of the Iron Throne. The laws of succession were twisted, precedent was shattered, and an entire dynasty paid the price in blood and fire. We're breaking down the most heated arguments, the sharpest takes, and the evidence that could change your mind forever. Whose side are you on? The answer isn't as simple as you think. For advertising opportunities, visit Avonetics.com.