Welcome, warriors of Westeros, to the explosive realm of CCXP25 in Brazil where magic and mystery collide! The electrifying reveal of HBO Max’s upcoming Game of Thrones spin-off, 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms', set the floor on fire! The first major panel had fans on the edge of their seats with a brand-new trailer that promises epic battles, intricate politics, and heart-pounding drama.
A journey far from the throne. #AKnightOfTheSevenKingdoms, a new #GOT series from George R.R. Martin, premieres January 18, only on HBO Max. pic.twitter.com/eJf3gBPuOR — HBO Max (@hbomax) December 4, 2025
But hold onto your helmets, because the excitement didn’t stop there! Stars from the new series took the stage, giving us tantalizing tidbits of what to expect come January 18! None other than Peter Claffey, portraying the legendary Ser Duncan the Tall, stepped up with charisma befitting his character. Claffey spilled his heart, revealing a performance inspired by the sword-forging passion of Brienne of Tarth, originally delivered with striking brilliance by Gwendoline Christie.
Claffey, with gleaming eyes, exclaimed, “I think so, yeah! I was a huge fan of the original series and loved Gwendoline Christie as Brienne. She was amazing and there are a lot of aspects to Dunk's character that she shares.” The vibe resonated with the crowd as Claffey drew parallels between Dunk’s chivalry and Brienne’s relentless quest for knightly honor in a world dominated by power-hungry rulers.
And here’s the Westeros bombshell—could Ser Duncan the Tall be Brienne’s ancestor? Claffey turned the stage spotlight to Dexter Sol Ansell, the uncanny Egg aka Prince Aegon Targaryen, casually dropping, “You got to work with my granddaughter!” referencing Ansell and Christie's collaboration on 2024's 'Robin and the Hoods'.
The truths of the bloodlines may remain veiled for now, but the captivating storytelling we crave is on the horizon. As the countdown to January 18, 2026, ignites, one question buzzes at our minds—is Ser Duncan really Brienne’s grandfather? Patience, dear fans, but don’t put those maps away just yet!
Don’t hit pause, because before the battle cries silence, check out how Claffey unveiled George R.R. Martin's favorite tale from 'A Song of Ice and Fire'.
With CCXP25 sparking all-time series fervor, these revelations prove we’re strapped in for a thrilling, dragon-rousing ride through new kingdoms with tales untold!