The first season of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms just wrapped up on HBO, but the journey for Ser Duncan the Tall, or Dunk as he is affectionately called, is only getting started. The series, which premiered on January 18, 2026, introduced global audiences to a younger, more idealistic side of Westeros, following a low-born hedge knight and his tiny Targaryen squire, Egg .
With the six-episode season now complete, fans are already looking ahead. Thanks to recent interviews with showrunner Ira Parker, comments from the cast, and the extensive source material planned by George R.R. Martin, there is a lot of concrete information about what is coming next for Dunk. From confirmed travels to new locations, the shadow of civil war, and even hints about the character’s very distant future, here is what lies ahead for the big-hearted knight.
A Long Road Map: 12 More Stories Outlined
One of the biggest revelations about the future of Dunk—and the series itself—came directly from the creator of this world. George R.R. Martin has not only thought about where Dunk goes next, but he has actually mapped it out in detail. Ira Parker revealed that Martin shared extensive outlines for the characters’ futures .
“He has shared with me about 10 to 12 more little outlines for books, for novellas, taking Dunk and Egg all the way through their life,” Parker explained .
This means that if HBO continues adapting one novella per season, the show has the potential to run for a very long time. The three published stories—The Hedge Knight, The Sworn Sword, and The Mystery Knight—cover only a portion of their lives. Martin’s outlines extend far beyond that, suggesting that Dunk’s story could span decades within the universe, possibly matching or exceeding the eight-season run of the original Game of Thrones .
Confirmed Destinations: Dorne and Major Historical Events
For those wondering about the geography of Dunk’s future adventures, the showrunner has confirmed that the duo will eventually head south. In a recent interview, Ira Parker stated plainly that the characters do travel to Dorne .
“They do go to Dorne. How much of that we cover, I’ll leave up to people to tune in for Season 2,” Parker said .
This aligns with the second novella, The Sworn Sword, which is already in production for a 2027 release. However, the bigger news concerns the political backdrop of their travels. While the first season focused on tournaments and the immediate dangers of arrogant princes, the broader history of Westeros will start to catch up with them.
Parker addressed how the infamous Blackfyre Rebellions will play a role in Dunk’s life. These civil wars were massive conflicts where bastard branches of the Targaryen family tried to seize the Iron Throne .
“The Blackfyre Rebellions are in and out of their lives for Dunk and Egg, all the way up until pretty late I’d say,” Parker told Variety. “The Second Blackfyre Rebellion factors in pretty heavily into one of the books… Essentially, we are 15 years outside of a massive civil war, and so there’s still a lot of those lingering resentments” .
This confirms that Dunk, who just wants to be a good knight, will find himself caught in the middle of the realm’s most dangerous political fires. The showrunner teased that while the first season was about fun and companionship, the quiet moments are just “the lull before a storm” .
Familiar Faces from ‘Game of Thrones’ May Appear
Because Dunk and Egg’s story takes place about 90 to 100 years before the original series, there is a unique opportunity for character crossovers. One character fans are hoping to see is a young Aemon Targaryen—the wise Maester who later mentors Jon Snow at the Wall .
Ira Parker hinted that this is a real possibility. During a Reddit AMA, he was asked if Aemon might appear. The showrunner confirmed that it “almost” happened in Season 1, and that it is “possible” he could still appear in Seasons 2 or 3 .
In the lore of the world, Aemon was the younger brother of Maekar Targaryen (Egg’s father). He eventually gave up his claim to the throne to serve as a Maester, which is a crucial part of the backstory that allows Egg to eventually become king. Seeing this kind, intelligent character as a young man would be a powerful link for long-time fans.
The Summerhall Mystery: Does Dunk Survive?
Perhaps the most shocking piece of information about Dunk’s future came not from a press release, but from the young actor playing Egg. In an interview with Decider, Dexter Sol Ansell (Egg) seemed to accidentally reveal a major spoiler regarding the infamous Tragedy of Summerhall .
In the lore of Game of Thrones, it is widely believed that King Aegon V (Egg) and Ser Duncan the Tall died together in a massive fire at Summerhall. The tragedy occurred when the king attempted to hatch dragon eggs, resulting in a catastrophic blaze. However, Ansell’s comments suggest that Dunk’s fate might be different than readers assumed .
“I do know a bit about when Egg’s trying to make dragons in the Summerhall, and then there’s a huge fire,” Ansell said. “But we know from George, we know Dunk survives, but we don’t know if Egg survives yet” .
His co-star Peter Claffey, who plays Dunk, quickly tried to stop the conversation, but the damage was done. This has sparked massive discussion among fans. If true, it suggests that Martin has revealed to the cast that the big knight somehow escapes the fire that supposedly claimed his life. This would be a major twist for book readers and would open up even more questions about the final years of these beloved characters.
Staying True to Dunk’s Point of View
Despite the grand scale of the rebellions and the royal family drama, Ira Parker assures fans that the storytelling will remain grounded. The show will not suddenly turn into a sprawling political epic. It will stay “bottom-up,” meaning viewers only see what Dunk sees .
“We are in Dunk’s POV. Even minor lords and ladies, we don’t allow ourselves to go behind the scenes in their POVs,” Parker explained to Variety .
This commitment to the character’s perspective is good news for those who love Dunk. It means the series will continue to focus on his honor, his physical strength, his insecurity about his own intelligence, and his unwavering loyalty to Egg. The wars and politics will only enter the story when they crash into Dunk’s world.
The Immediate Future: Season 2 in 2027
For fans eager to see the next chapter right now, the wait is measurable. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms has already been renewed, and cameras started rolling on Season 2 even before the first season finished airing .
The second season, based on The Sworn Sword, is scheduled to premiere in 2027 . It will introduce new, classic characters from the novellas, such as Rohanne Webber (the Red Widow), Ser Bennis, and Ser Eustace. Parker described this story as his favorite, dealing with themes of “loyalty and maybe against blind loyalty” .
With a mountain of source material outlined by Martin, a clear creative vision focused on Dunk’s perspective, and a second season already in production, the future for Ser Duncan the Tall looks secure. Whether he is facing down rebellious lords, traveling to the principality of Dorne, or somehow surviving the flames of Summerhall, Dunk’s journey is just beginning to unfold.
