AceShowbiz - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 3, titled “The Squire,” culminates in a gripping showdown between Ser Duncan the Tall (played by Peter Claffey) and Prince Aerion Targaryen (Finn Bennet). However, the most shocking aspect of this episode is the revelation that Egg (Dexter Sol Ansell) has been hiding his true identity from Dunk.

Warning: Spoilers ahead for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 3

This episode unveils that Egg is not merely a stable boy; he is actually Prince Aegon, the youngest son of Prince Maekar (Sam Spruell) and the younger brother of Prince Aerion “Brightflame.” He had gone missing while attempting to attend the Tourney, having shaved his head in an effort to disguise himself and join Dunk on his adventures.

At the climax of the episode, Egg reveals his identity in a dramatic attempt to save Dunk. The tension escalates when Prince Aerion stumbles upon Tanselle’s (Tanzyn Crawford) puppet show, where she depicts a knight vanquishing a dragon. Aerion interprets this innocent performance as a direct threat to the Targaryens, declaring, “The dragon ought never lose,” before he violently confronts Tanselle, even injuring her by breaking her finger.

In a state of panic, Egg urges Dunk to step in. Dunk responds by confronting Aerion, landing punches and kicks that incite the wrath of Aerion's guards. Just as they are about to retaliate against Dunk, Egg commands them to halt, showcasing his surprising authority.

This episode raises several intriguing questions: Who exactly is Egg, and why did Aerion react with such fury to Tanselle’s puppet show? Here’s a closer look at the conclusions drawn at the end of Episode 3 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.

Egg’s true identity is pivotal; he is not an orphan but a hidden Targaryen prince. His baldness is a tactic to avoid recognition due to his distinctive silver hair. Egg is the youngest son of Prince Maekar and his wife, Dyanna Dayne, and he is destined to become King Aegon V, famously known as “Aegon the Unlikely.” His ascent to the Iron Throne was deemed improbable, making his character arc all the more compelling.

Egg has three older brothers: Daeron, known as “the Drunken,” Aerion, and Aemon. Aemon’s journey leads him to the Citadel, where he becomes a Maester. Notably, this same Maester Aemon (portrayed by Peter Vaughan) later mentors Jon Snow (Kit Harington) during the events of Game of Thrones at the Wall. On his deathbed, Aemon famously calls out for Egg, hinting at their significant bond.

As Episode 3 concludes, viewers are left eager to see how Dunk and Egg's relationship will evolve, particularly with Egg's newfound revelation. The stakes are high in this medieval adventure, and the dynamics between Targaryens and common folk are set to unfold further in upcoming episodes.