throne
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Aemond was named Prince Regent in the aftermath, and seized control of the Iron Throne while Aegon recovered.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026
The eldest child of the previous king, Viserys I, Rhaenyra was named the official heir to the Iron Throne as a teenager by her father, despite women usually being overlooked in the line of succession.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026
That appeared to pave the way for the emperor's daughter to rise to the Chrysanthemum Throne, but the birth of Prince Hisahito, the emperor's nephew, the following year silenced the debate.
From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026
Shortly after 11:00 local time, the King will deliver his Speech from the Throne to open the 45th session of parliament.
From BBC • May 27, 2025
"Yes. He sat on the Iron Throne and swore it."
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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