Do you get a free dragon for linking HBO Max?

Yes. By linking your HBO Max account to the game, you get the dragon Vaeldra (Epic rarity) right away — you don't have to wait for the show to air.

Vaeldra is a Warrior dragon with the "Bait" ability: she applies Taunt, meaning she forces the enemy to hit her instead of your other dragons. She's an excellent tank to protect an army.

The game builds on the House of the Dragon universe, whose season 3 comes out on June 21, 2026. If you're starting out and you have an HBO Max account, link it early: a free Epic dragon is a starting gift that stays permanent in your collection.