House of the Dragon season 3 trailer teases June release
Polygon
by Claire LewisFebruary 19, 2026
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House of the Dragon season 3 is gearing up for a June release, with the newly released teaser trailer hinting at intense conflicts between Team Black and Team Green. The trailer reveals that Aemond Targaryen now sits on the Iron Throne after attacking his brother, King Aegon, while his mother, Alicent, seeks to help Rhaenyra and her dragonriders reclaim the throne. However, as tensions rise among the Targaryens, behind-the-scenes drama involving George R.R. Martin and the show's creative team adds another layer of complexity.
Martin, the author of *Fire & Blood* on which House of the Dragon is based, expressed disappointment with season 2's alterations to his source material, particularly the handling of the "Blood and Cheese" sequence and the omission of Maelor Targaryen. These changes could have far-reaching consequences for future seasons due to their potential butterfly effect. Despite Martin initially supporting showrunner Ryan Condal, he later distanced himself from the project after a contentious meeting with HBO executives, declaring that the story was no longer his.
The clash between Martin and HBO isn't new; similar tensions arose during *Game of Thrones*, leading to Martin's reduced involvement by season 4. While he handpicked Condal for House of the Dragon, his recent critique has sparked speculation about whether he will reconcile with the showrunners or continue his feud. Fans of both the books and the series are eagerly awaiting more updates from Martin’s blog, as his insights could shape the future of the *Fire & Blood* adaptation.
This season 3 trailer not only teases gripping battles and political intrigue but also highlights the broader implications of adapting complex source material
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Originally published on Polygon on 2/19/2026