But whatever the reason, Daemon is reaching for power and, therefore, sowing seeds of rebellion.
He wanted to be his brother’s guy, to help and protect him."
He was looking for the approval of his older brother."
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However, Condal’s explanation of Daemon’s wants contradictshis other statementsabout his resentment towards Rhaenyra.
The fact thatDaemon is still bitter about being removed as heirshows that he wanted it.
And before he arrives at Harrenhal,his fight with Rhaenyrahints at this desire as well.
The reign of House Targaryen begins with this prequel to the popular HBO seriesGame of Thrones.Based on George R.R. Martin’sFire & Blood,House of the Dragonis set nearly 200 years beforeGame of Thrones, telling the story of the Targaryen civil war with King Viserys.
If her own husband does not support her claim, why would anyone else?
Daemon Actively Hurts Rhaenyra’s Claim
Daemon’s drastic actions have lost Rhaenyra allies.
With blame placed on Rhaenyra, she has lost much of her support.
However, the Blackwoods want Daemon to force the Brackens to surrender.
They ignore Daemon’s threats, and Daemon refuses to attack, knowing he needs the Bracken armies.
The issue comes when Daemon advises Willheim Blackwood (Jack Parry-Jones) to take drastic action.
Daemon’s unsanctioned choices seem to have lost Rhaenyra the Riverlands, which she was counting on.
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In fact,House of the Dragonhas not let Daemon do much to help Rhaenyra.
Rhaenyra wished him to gain the Riverlands' support, but that hasn’t happened.
Meanwhile,Jacaerys (Harry Collett), Rhaenyra’s oldest son, has done much more.
Yes, he makes mistakes, but he also gains a reputation for his victories in battle.
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