The Conclusion of The Trial of Seven: Dunk and Egg's New Journey

The Trial of Seven has concluded, leaving Ser Duncan the Tall grappling with loss after Prince Baelor's death. As Dunk and Egg embark on a new journey, questions arise about their future and the fate of the Targaryens. With the series finale setting the stage for more adventures, viewers are left eager for Season 2. Discover the emotional aftermath and the new paths that await Dunk and Egg in this captivating HBO series.

By Narendra Chaudhary Feb 23, 2026, 18:26 IST

Finale of The Trial of Seven

The Trial of Seven has concluded, and although Ser Duncan the Tall (Peter Claffey) emerged victorious, he feels a profound sense of loss following the death of Prince Baelor Targaryen, who fought valiantly in his name. The season finale of HBO's A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms unfolds in the wake of the devastating battle at the Ashford Tourney, raising questions about Dunk's future and the fate of House of the Dragon and young Egg. Warning: Major Spoilers Ahead!

Aftermath of the Trial of Seven

The first Trial of Seven in a century concludes with a setback for the Targaryens. Ser Lyonel Baratheon (Daniel Ings) extends an invitation to the wounded Dunk to join House Baratheon at Storm's End. Meanwhile, the Targaryens gather solemnly for Prince Baelor's funeral. Dunk pays his respects to Baelor's son, Prince Valarr Targaryen (Oscar Morgan), who mourns his father's death in armor, lamenting that he could have been a great king, "the greatest since Aegon the Dragon." Valarr questions why the gods took his father and left Dunk alive, to which Dunk, burdened with guilt, admits he wonders the same.

Back in Ashford, Dunk feels the weight of blame for Prince Baelor's demise. Ser Raymun Fossoway (Shaun Thomas) reassures him that he is not at fault and shares that he has married Rowan (Rowan Robinson), a former prostitute in Manfred's service. Dunk and Lady Rowan pretend not to recognize each other, while Raymun naively believes he has already fathered a child with her.

Ser Duncan's Encounter with Prince Maekar

In a tense meeting following Prince Baelor's passing, Prince Maekar (Sam Spruell) informs Dunk that he is sending Prince Aerion Targaryen (Finn Bennett) to the East for a few years, hoping to reform his unruly son. Maekar suggests that Dunk will face accusations of having caused Baelor's death for the rest of his life. Both men are engulfed in guilt, with Maekar hinting that Dunk bears responsibility for Baelor's fate instead of addressing his son's behavior.

Maekar reveals that Egg (Dexter Sol Ansell) wishes to be Dunk's squire. He offers Dunk a position at Summerhall, promising that Egg will be his squire and that Dunk's training will be completed by his master-at-arms. However, Dunk declines, stating, "I think I'm done with princes." Egg, who has been eavesdropping, hears this exchange.

Dunk and Egg's Discussion

When Egg inquires about his future as a squire, Dunk expresses his regrets. Egg retorts that Dunk is not the knight he believed him to be. In a flashback, Dunk questions Ser Arlan (Danny Webb) about why he was never knighted, but receives no answer.

Prince Daeron Urges Dunk to Mentor Egg

Dunk confronts Prince Daeron (Henry Ashton) in Ashford, accusing him of returning without shame and blaming the deaths from the Trial of Seven on his deceit. Daeron reflects that Aerion was not always a monster, stating, "Perhaps the seeds of madness are sown in the womb, as the maesters say."

Meanwhile, Egg notices his hair is growing back like Aerion's. He takes a knife to his chamber but is stopped by his father, Maekar, causing him to drop the knife in tears.

Dunk's Proposition

Dunk requests another meeting with Maekar, proposing to take Egg on as his squire, but not at Summerhall. He believes that time spent away from castles and servants would benefit Egg, suggesting that traveling would be advantageous. Maekar is appalled, insisting that Egg, also known as Aeron, should not live as a peasant away from his family. As Dunk departs, Maekar laments that Egg is his last son.

What Lies Ahead for Dunk and Egg?

In the closing moments of the sixth episode, titled The Morrow, Dunk honors his mentor by knocking a penny into an oak tree before leaving Ashford. Egg arrives, revealing that his father has instructed him to serve Dunk as a squire. Dunk gifts Egg his horse, Chestnut, and as they embark on their journey, Egg mentions that there are actually nine kingdoms in the realm, suggesting Dorne as their first destination. The series concludes with Ser Arlan's ghost moving on while Dunk and Egg begin their adventures. However, as the Targaryens prepare to return home, Maekar realizes Egg is missing and orders his men to search for him, revealing that Egg has once again run away from his family. The next chapter of their story will unfold when A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms returns for Season 2. All six episodes of the HBO series are currently available for streaming on HBO Max internationally and on JioHotstar in India.