The House of Targaryen is a noble family from the fictional world of Westeros, created by author George R.R. Martin. Known for their distinctive silver hair and purple eyes, the Targaryens are descendants of Aegon the Conqueror, who united the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros. They are famous for their dragons, which they used to establish and maintain their rule. The Targaryens' history is marked by both triumph and tragedy, including the Dance of the Dragons, a civil war that weakened their power. After being overthrown during the Robert's Rebellion, the surviving members, such as Daenerys Targaryen and Viserys Targaryen, sought to reclaim their family's legacy.