How is Caraxes Killed?

Caraxes, known as the Blood Wyrm, met his demise during the climactic "Dance of the Dragons" conflict, specifically in a brutal aerial duel above the Gods Eye lake. He was killed by Vhagar, the largest and oldest dragon of the era, in a mutually destructive battle that also claimed the lives of both their riders, Daemon Targaryen and Aemond Targaryen.

The Duel Over the Gods Eye

The fateful confrontation occurred south of the Trident, high above the murky waters of the Gods Eye lake. Prince Daemon Targaryen, atop Caraxes, engaged in a deadly struggle with Prince Aemond Targaryen, who rode the formidable Vhagar. This epic clash was a pivotal moment in the civil war, signifying the end for two of the most powerful dragons and their skilled riders.

During the intense aerial combat, Vhagar, with her immense size and power, inflicted fatal wounds upon Caraxes. She tore off one of Caraxes' wings with her teeth and ripped open his belly with her claws. Despite suffering these grievous injuries, Caraxes fought fiercely, managing to secure Vhagar in a chokehold, ensuring that both mighty beasts plummeted into the lake below.

The result was a catastrophic end for all involved:

• Caraxes: Died from the wounds inflicted by Vhagar, specifically a torn wing and an opened belly.
• Vhagar: Died from the combined impact of the fall and Caraxes' chokehold.
• Prince Daemon Targaryen: Died along with his dragon, Caraxes.
• Prince Aemond Targaryen: Died along with his dragon, Vhagar.

This battle is a legendary, tragic event in the history of Westeros, illustrating the devastating cost of the civil war and the ferocity of dragon-on-dragon combat.

Key Combatants and Outcome

To summarize the pivotal duel:

For more context on the conflict and the dragons involved, you can explore detailed histories of the Targaryen civil war.