Another axis of the series is legitimacy and narrative memory. Thrones are not merely physical seats of power but symbols reinforced by myths, history, and ritual. Rulers like the Targaryens once commanded loyalty through dragonfire and legend; later claimants compete to create narratives that justify their rule. The show underscores how histories are written by victors and how collective memory—funneled through maesters, bards, and courtiers—shapes what people accept as legitimate governance. This theme resonates with modern concerns about propaganda, national myths, and contested histories.

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