House of the Dragon
Warning : This listing check spoilers for House of the Dragon from the Fire and line of descent books . HBO’sHouse of the Dragonis a love letter to the Targaryens . UnlikeGame of Thrones , where the dynasty was only the material of legends , save for the now - iconic but infamous Daenerys , House of the Dragondisplays the Targaryens at the height of their might and influence .
Despite baby-sit on the Iron Throne for 300 age , not every Targaryen was fit to decree over the Seven Kingdoms . Indeed , while some were undoubtedly good tycoon , others were in a flash embarrassing , corroborate that take in a famous last name is no qualification for being a good rule .
Viserys III Targaryen
Viserys Targaryen was savage and stupid , the tough possible combination . A Isle of Man - child who believed himself comfortably simply because he had the " stock of the Draco , " Viserys was foolhardy , impulsive , and self - cozen . He miss any brainpower or strategic mentality , and his claim to the Iron Throne repose squarely on his far-famed last name .
His betise eventually killed him , prove how ridiculously unprepared he was to deal the lawcourt intrigue of King ’s Landing . Indeed , Viserys would have been a terrible swayer , just as bad as his father , the Mad King , or perhaps even bad . However , it ’s more likely that Viserys would ’ve failed in his pursuit to retake Westeros .
Aerys II Targaryen
TheTargaryens can be everything from deeply grand to unbelievably villainous ; Aerys II was the latter . Known far and all-encompassing as the sore King , Aerys get going his reign as a capable Billie Jean King , mainly thanks to Tywin Lannister ’s considerable abilities as Hand of the King . Still , even if Aerys did n’t do much , he was smart enough to rely on those better accommodate for rule without standing in their room .
The latter part of his sovereignty was terrible . Aerys became hazardously mentally ill and paranoid , believing everyone was against him . He work out his power in the cruelest ways , often burning valet de chambre alive and empower the pyromancers of King ’s Landing , reserve them to squirrel away wildfire caches throughout the metropolis . Aerys was the last Targaryen to seat on the Iron Throne , and with good reason .
Daemon Targaryen
Otto Hightower believed Daemon Targaryen could be a second Maegor the Cruel if he ever pay back to posture on the Iron Throne . Indeed , Daemon was cruel and cold , caring for very little outside his selfish interests . Daemon was unforced to dwell and obliterate to get his mode , sacrifice everything and everyone that put up between him and his destination .
A honest Westerosi queen needs to be ruthless , but not on every function and not without movement . Daemon was n’t stupid , but he was egotistic , believing himself ranking because of his capital skill in battle . Selfish people seldom make estimable rulers ; had Daemon become Billie Jean Moffitt King , he would ’ve always favored his wishes over the bully good of the realm .
Viserys I Targaryen
Viserys I is a capable but ultimately weak king . He is understanding and floor - head up , prefer to suppose first and act second , if at all . Viserys maintained the peace and prosperity that his predecessor , Jaehaerys , the Wise , achieved but never did anything to strengthen the kingdom .
Indeed , Viserys ' fatal fault was a continuing rejection of conflict . He disliked it so much that he went out of his way to avoid it , even if it meant sacrifice some of his pride and reputation . Viserys allowed everyone from his brother to his Small Council to slight him , accepting it to avoid further trouble . And while there is some economic value in taking the eminent road , his too patient mental attitude made him and his bequest vulnerable in the cruel world of Westeros .
Rhaegar Targaryen
Many reckon Rhaegar Targaryen the image of what a world-beater should be . He was kind , caring , honest , and reliable but powerful , authorized , and brave . Rhaegar was also a great warrior , capable of inspiring his armies while inspiring idolatry from his banner and admiration from the smallfolk . Indeed , Rhaegar could ’ve restored the Targaryen dynasty to immenseness if only he had been less obstinate .
The approximation of aprophecy is important inGame of Thrones , but many persona discourage against taking them too literally . Rhaegar ’s calamitous flaw was his consuming obsession with divination , which led him to trust several miscalculation and misapprehension – include his relationship with Lyanna Stark – that finally cost the Targaryens the Iron Throne .
Rhaenyra Targaryen
House of the Dragonis all about Rhaenyra Targaryen . cagey , insightful , and determine , Rhaenyra has many qualities that a practiced queen should have . She is a Dragonrider and of course astute , showing noteworthy comfort in manipulating others into doing what she want , thanks to a mix of good luck charm and authority .
However , Rhaenyra is mostly a inactive character inFire & Blood . Although she is smart enough to listen to her Black Council in matters of war , she is also overly emotional . Her grief over losing her Word leads her to seek revenge , thus chivvy the profligate and Cheese incident that arguably cost her the war . Her unfitness to earn the fealty of King ’s Landing ’s smallfolk was also a fatal blow to her claim .
Daenerys Targaryen
The Mother of Dragons is one of the most iconic characters in modern television . Dany was remorseless with her enemies but show singular empathy for the dispossess and oppressed . She was kind and willing to show clemency , and her tartar at once made her one of the most powerful individuals in the known populace .
Still , Dany was a conqueror more than a politician . The adept Daenerys sequence inGame of Thronesshowed she had a unequaled gift to inspire others , but her want of experience in ruling always stupefy the expert of her . Tyrion was also an objectively terrible Hand , which did n’t aid her cause . Indeed , had Daenerys had a more effective Hand , thing might ’ve live better for her .
Rhaenys Targaryen
The Queen Who Never Was is among the most intriguing figures inHouse of the Dragon . Rhaenys misplace the Iron Throne to her cousin , Viserys , but she might ’ve been the best alternative to find over Westeros . The al-Qur’an and , to a less extent , the show show that Rhaenys was capable , intelligent , and resourceful . She was cultivated when necessary but decisive and unafraid to stand her ground and talk her mind . Her husband , Corlys , would ’ve probably been her Hand , and the two would ’ve made an infallible pair .
Rhaenys was also a warrior and a Dragonrider , making her the idealistic Targaryen to posture on the Iron Throne . Alas , fate was n’t on her side , and she never got the chance to show her considerable political ability .
Jon Snow
Many people say that the best leaders are the unity that do n’t want power , and Jon Snow might be the stark example . Jon had responsibility thrust upon him , and he did his right to handle the insistence . He turn out himself honourable but decisive , willing to do what was necessary but still staying true to his honour as a Stark and displaying pity , even for his enemy .
Jon would ’ve take considerable council , but he was wise enough to accept help from others . He also did n’t enjoy unnecessary adulation , meaning his Small Council would ’ve been comprised of individuals with actual merit . Fans will see Jon Snow again in the recently - announce spin - off , so possibly they ’ll see him as a King Beyond the Wall form of figure .
Bloodraven
Brynden Rivers is the good Targaryen political leader by far . One of Aegon , the Unworthy ’s Great Bastards , Brynden was Hand of the King for 20 years . He work peace and stability to the kingdom thanks to a mix of tricksy , strategy , and old - fashioned ruthlessness .
Bloodraven had an unfair advantage , thanks to his greenseer abilities , permit him to be everywhere and see everything . Still , it was his idea that made him an splendid political leader . Bloodraven was also a capable warrior , demonstrate all the qualities a Riley B King should have if they wanted to fly high on the Iron Throne . His trace still predominate large over the realm , and his influence is behind many of the saga ’s chief events .
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