Rhaenyra in 'House of the Dragon' is starting to sound a lot like Daenerys in 'Game of Thrones.' The showrunner says that's the point.
In "House of the Dragon," Rhaenyra Targaryen becomes convinced she is the "Prince That Was Promised." Her story mirrors Daenerys' in "Game of Thrones."
The final episode of House of the Dragon draws striking parallels between its titular character, Rhaenyra Targaryen, and Daenerys Targaryen from Game of Thrones. Showrunner Ryan Condal has intentionally crafted these similarities to remind viewers of the interconnected nature of these two periods in Targaryen history. Both Rhaenyra and Daenerys believe themselves to be prophesied saviors destined to restore order to the realm, even as their actions increasingly resemble those of a tyrant.
In the season three finale, Rhaenyra delivers a dictatorial speech, believing her violent campaign is divinely ordained. She orders the execution of the High Septon and declares herself the chosen one, echoing Daenerys' victory speech in the original series. The parallels between these two characters are too obvious to ignore, highlighting the cruel irony of Rhaenyra's descent into tyranny.
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