HOTD: Who is Bloody Ben and Will He Be in Season 2?

In the trailer for House of the Dragon, Season 2, Episode 3, we see this new character debuting, but it seems the fans already know very well who that is. Are you familiar with House Blackwood? If you haven't read Fire and Blood by G.R.R. Martin, you might not know their role in the Dance of the Dragons.

Find out who Bloody Ben is and why he quickly became a fan favorite!

Who is Benjicot Blackwood "Bloody Ben"?

Benjicot Blackwood, a.k.a. Bloody Ben, is the Lord of Raventree Hall during the Dance of the Dragons and King Aegon III Targaryen's reign, as well as Rhaenyra and Daemon's firstborn son. At only 11 years old, he is announced as the head of his house after his father's death in 129 AC. He is tall and slim, with a warm, shy, and sensitive persona. However, once on the battlefield in his armor, there is no trace of the nice boy, only a fierce warrior.

Do you remember the kid asking Rhaenyra to marry him in Season 1? Bloody Ben is rumored to be his son. If the rumor is true, then the kid we saw in Season 1 is his father, Samwell.

Everything You Need to Know About House Blackwood

A vassal house obedient to House Tully of Riverrun, House Blackwood of Raventree Hall is an ancient and respected house in the world of Game of Thrones, believed to be descendants of the First Men, according to Boremund Baratheon. The emblem of House Blackwood is a dead weirwood tree surrounded by a swarm of ravens in crimson. Their legacy continues even in Fire and Blood, where they stand with House Tully, so we will be able to get to know them further in Episode 3. 

Is Bloody Ben Going to be Important in Season 2?

There is a big reason why Bloody Ben's appearance in the show is highly anticipated among HOTD fans. Allegedly, he is also known as the nightmare of House Baratheon, especially due to his swordsmanship and fierce nature, which will bring a huge advantage to the Blacks in the Dance of the Dragons. Fans are excited to see the portrayal of Benjicot by Kieran Burton, who is now confirmed to be Bloody Ben's actor.

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