Gayle Rankin discusses the controversial dream sequence involving Aemond, Alys Rivers and Alicent, while teasing the growing importance of mysterious dragon eggs in House of the Dragon.
Actress Gayle Rankin, who portrays Alys Rivers in House of the Dragon, has opened up about one of Season 3's most talked-about moments. In Episode 7, Aemond experiences a disturbing dream in which his intimate encounter with Alys shifts into a vision involving his mother, Alicent, creating one of the series' most unsettling sequences.
Rankin described filming the scene as both unusual and unexpectedly lighthearted behind the scenes. Although the sequence appears deeply unsettling on screen, she said the cast approached it professionally while embracing its surreal nature. She also explained that the moment represents the beginning of Aemond and Alys' romantic relationship rather than simply serving as shock value.
The actress also discussed Alys Rivers' growing fascination with a hidden collection of dragon eggs. According to Rankin, the eggs symbolize hope, legacy and the possibility of shaping the future, making them an important element of Alys' long-term ambitions as the story progresses.
As Season 3 approaches its finale, the relationship between Aemond and Alys, together with the mystery surrounding the dragon eggs, is expected to play a significant role in the escalating Targaryen conflict.
