He declares Rhaenyra as his heir and even sends help during the War for the Stepstones.
Considine notes, that he’s “a man who’s king, but he’s not.”
That’s not the qualities it’s crucial that you rule that kingdom."
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On the other hand, Smith notes there’s a strange ambiguity to Daemon.
In the latest episode, he stops himself from going all the way with Rhaenyra.
It could be one of many things.
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I thought that was quite interesting to sit with.
Smith describes Daemon’s relationship with Viserys as really complicated.
Further divulging, “I think it’s complicated because it’s familiar and normal in many ways.
He explains it’svery brotherlyand like any kind of brotherly relationship, there are different power dynamics.
One time one is in control, then the other is in control.
And hopes that fans feel a sense of history and brotherhood when watching the show.
The cuts from the Iron Throne are weighing upon him as we see he has lost two fingers already.
I don’t think it’s about an ambition to [the] throne and all that.
I think a lot of it is about his brother.
Episode 5 of the hit series premieres on September 18.
Meanwhile, you’re able to check out the teaser below:
