With the recent announcement of House of the Dragon, a new prequel of Game of Thrones, fans are eagerly anticipating how it will compare to its predecessor. House of the Dragon is based on George R. R. Martin's book, Fire & Blood, and is set 300 years before the events of Game of Thrones. The show will revolve around the history of House Targaryen, focusing on the civil war known as the Dance of Dragons.
One of the key differences between House of the Dragon and Game of Thrones is the source material. Game of Thrones was based on Martin's series A Song of Ice and Fire, which is not yet complete. This led to criticism of the later seasons deviating from the books and receiving mixed reviews from fans. With House of the Dragon, however, the showrunners will have the advantage of a finished book providing a more coherent and faithful adaptation.
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