HBO Max has ordered a 10-episode animated series set in ancient Valyria, expanding the Game of Thrones universe into animation for the first time with a reported $15 million per episode budget.

The Series

Titled "Blood of the Dragon," the show will explore the rise and fall of the Valyrian Freehold, the dragon lords, and the events leading to the Doom. George R.R. Martin is an executive producer.

Animation Style

The series uses a cinematic anime-influenced style from Studio Mir, the team behind Legend of Korra and Voltron. First footage revealed stunning dragon battle sequences.