Arguably the most compelling aspects of Game of Thrones and the world of A Song of Ice and Fire were the various myths and mysteries surrounding the origins of the universe's magic and fantasy elements. While the history of dragons has been the core focus of building out the mythos in recent releases such as House of the Dragon and George R. R. Martin's Fire & Blood, there is an equally fascinating corner of Westeros' history that predates even the rise of Valyria.
Long before the Targaryens took flight, the Children of the Forest ruled the continent, living in harmony with nature until the arrival of the First Men sparked a brutal conflict. That ancient war ultimately led to the creation of the White Walkers, a decision that reshaped the fate of the world and culminated in the legendary Long Night.
Despite playing such a pivotal role in the history of Westeros, the Children, the First Men, and the true origins of the White Walkers remain some of the franchise's greatest mysteries, with fans still eager to learn more about the forgotten age that laid the foundation for everything that followed. And thanks to an upcoming release, fans will delve deeper...
