The first season of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms just wrapped up its six-episode run on HBO and HBO Max, but the journey for Ser Duncan the Tall and his sharp-witted squire Egg is far from over. The show, which debuted on January 18, 2026, has already been renewed for a second season, and young star Dexter Sol Ansell is opening up about what fans can expect when the duo returns.
The Game of Thrones prequel takes place roughly 90 years before the original series and follows the adventures of a hedge knight and his unlikely companion, a Targaryen prince in disguise. While the first season focused on introducing these characters and their unique bond, season two is shaping up to be a different kind of journey. Based on recent interviews and showrunner confirmations, Egg won’t just be standing on the sidelines watching Dunk fight. He will be right in the middle of the action.
Egg’s Role Expands in ‘The Sworn Sword’ Adaptation
Showrunner Ira Parker has confirmed that the second season will adapt the second novella in George R.R. Martin’s Tales of Dunk and Egg series, titled The Sworn Sword . This story moves away from the tournament grounds of Season 1 and takes Dunk and Egg to a new region of Westeros facing a brutal drought.
Dexter Sol Ansell, the 11-year-old actor who plays Egg, has hinted that his character will have a lot more to do physically in the upcoming episodes. Unlike the first season, where Egg often observed events and used his intelligence to guide Dunk, the new setting will force him to step up in different ways. During a recent interview, Ansell mentioned that he has been preparing for more demanding scenes, including learning to ride a mule for the character’s travels through the Dornish landscape .
“Voy a montar una mula. Son muy buenas en las colinas y mucho más suaves,” Ansell shared in an interview, revealing the new mode of transport for Egg in the desert climate .
A Journey to Dorne Brings New Challenges
One of the biggest reveals about A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 2 is the location. Ira Parker confirmed that Dunk and Egg will travel to Dorne . This is a significant shift from the rainy, muddy fields of the Crownlands where most of the first season was filmed. For the production, this means swapping the green landscapes of Ireland for locations that can stand in for the sunny, arid region of Dorne, likely returning to Spain where the original Game of Thrones shot its Dornish scenes .
For Egg, this change of scenery brings real-world challenges. The young actor previously spoke about the difficulties of filming in constant rain and mud during Season 1. For Season 2, he will be trading heavy, water-logged cloaks for the heat of a desert environment. But the in-story challenges are even bigger. The plot of The Sworn Sword revolves around a dispute over water rights during a terrible drought, meaning tensions will be high and conflicts will be unavoidable.
On-Set Fun and Real Chemistry with Peter Claffey
A big part of what made the first season work was the undeniable chemistry between Dexter Sol Ansell and his co-star Peter Claffey, who plays Dunk. The two actors built their bond off-screen by spending time together playing games, visiting arcades, and even playing pool . This real-life friendship translates directly to the screen, making the mentor-squire relationship feel genuine.
During the filming of Season 1, the pair had their share of memorable moments. Ansell recalled a specific incident during the tug-of-war scene in episode two. While filming, Claffey threw him so high in celebration that Ansell hit his eye on Claffey’s nose . The take was so authentic that the directors kept it in the final cut. These kinds of behind-the-scenes stories highlight the physical nature of the show, even in its lighter moments. As they move into the more intense storyline of The Sworn Sword, that trust they have built will be crucial for pulling off the action sequences.
What the Action Means for Egg’s Character
When the series first launched, many fans noticed that A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms had a different tone than its predecessors. It was funnier, more intimate, and less focused on bloodshed. However, both Claffey and Ansell have warned audiences that the violence does come.
“For all those Game of Thrones fans who love the fights, the sword fighting and all that, episode five gets really, really tough,” Claffey stated in an earlier interview, referring to the first season’s climax .
For Season 2, the action is expected to be more spread out. With the story centered on a feudal dispute between House Osgrey and House Webber, there will be skirmishes and dangers that directly involve Egg. Ansell has previously stated that Egg is a “sabelotodo” or “know-it-all,” who often teaches Dunk how to be smarter . But in Season 2, his physical survival skills will be tested.
The young actor has already undergone basic combat training and karate to prepare for his role . While Egg is small compared to other squires, Ansell previously noted that the character learns strength isn’t everything. Being a helping hand and using his wits are his greatest weapons . Season 2 will likely put that philosophy to the test.
New Faces Join Dunk and Egg’s Journey
As Dunk and Egg head to new lands, they will meet new people. The cast for Season 2 includes Lucy Boynton as Lady Rohanne Webber, known as the “Red Widow” . She is a fierce and cunning ruler who controls Coldmoat. Her character is central to the conflict in The Sworn Sword. Other new cast members include Paul Chahidi, Steven Hartley, Mimi Joffroy, Kwaku Mills, and Craig Parkinson, who will likely portray members of the Osgrey and Webber households .
Most of the first season’s cast, including Daniel Ings (Ser Lyonel Baratheon) and the actors playing other Targaryen family members, will not be returning, as the story shifts away from the royal court and into the rural south . This allows the focus to remain squarely on the core duo and the new characters they encounter.
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Release Timeline and Where to Watch
Production for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 2 is already underway. Showrunner Ira Parker revealed that they had already shot ten days of footage before taking a break for the holidays and the Season 1 premiere . The show is scheduled to return in 2027 .
This release date fits into HBO’s larger plan for its Game of Thrones universe. House of the Dragon Season 3 is set to premiere in June 2026. Following that, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms will take the slot in 2027, with House of the Dragon returning for its fourth and final season in 2028 .
For those who haven’t started the journey yet, Season 1 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is currently streaming in full on HBO Max and is available to HBO subscribers. The series offers a more grounded entry point into Westeros, focusing on the friendship between a humble knight and a prince in hiding.
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