George RR Martin Outlines Twelve New Tales For ‘A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms’

HBO is preparing to launch its latest venture into Westeros with the upcoming prequel series ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’. This new show is based on the beloved novellas by George R.R. Martin that follow the adventures of Ser Duncan the Tall and his squire Egg. Fans of the franchise have often worried about television adaptations overtaking the source material since the conclusion of ‘Game of Thrones’. It appears that the author has taken significant steps to prevent history from repeating itself by providing the creative team with a substantial roadmap.

Showrunner Ira Parker recently revealed that Martin has shared outlines for roughly a dozen unpublished stories involving these characters. These narratives extend well beyond the three novellas that are currently available to the public. Parker noted that the author handed over about ten to twelve short outlines that chart the entire lives of the two main protagonists. This material gives the production team a clear trajectory for the future of the series if it proves successful enough to continue for many years.

The existence of these outlines suggests that the show could potentially run for a very long time. Current plans indicate that each season might cover the events of a single novella which would allow for a more faithful and paced adaptation. If the network commits to filming all the outlined stories, the series could surpass the eight-season run of its predecessor. Parker expressed enthusiasm for this long-term possibility while acknowledging that they are currently focused on delivering a strong debut season.

Martin has previously mentioned titles for future installments such as ‘The Village Hero’ or ‘The She-Wolves of Winterfell’ but has not yet published them. He has stated his intention to write these stories after he completes his work on ‘The Winds of Winter’. The television adaptation stars Peter Claffey as the towering knight Dunk and Dexter Sol Ansell as the young prince Egg. The story takes place roughly a century before the events of the original series and offers a more intimate look at the Seven Kingdoms without the immediate threat of White Walkers.

The author has been intimately involved in the development of this new show and has praised the first season for its faithfulness to his written work. He described the adaptation of ‘The Hedge Knight’ as a character-driven piece that focuses on themes of chivalry and honor rather than massive battles. The close collaboration between Martin and Parker aims to ensure that the tone remains consistent with the books. This partnership helps secure the narrative integrity of the project as it expands into territory that readers have not yet experienced.

We are curious to hear if you think a twelve-season run is feasible for this new chapter in the Westeros saga so please let us know your opinion in the comments.