Summary
Highlights
Ser Duncan the Tall recalls his oath to Ser Arlan of Pennytree, vowing to be a good knight and defend the weak and innocent. He reflects on his ambition to be more than just a hedge knight, despite his humble beginnings.
Duncan meets a young boy named Egg, who offers to squire for him if Duncan can bring him to Ashford. Their initial playful banter establishes their dynamic, with Egg proving to be quick-witted and persistent.
Duncan encounters Prince Aerion Targaryen, who dismisses him as a stable boy. This highlights the class divide and Duncan's struggle for respect within the noble hierarchy, as he defends his knightly status.
Duncan admits to struggling with courage and the honor he seeks. Ser Lyonel Baratheon offers him words of encouragement, advising him to be brave and just, reinforcing Duncan's core values as he faces challenges.
The trailer concludes with a powerful, singular command to "Be tall," emphasizing Duncan's physical stature and the metaphorical weight of his knightly duties, hinting at his journey to embody true knighthood.