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House Targaryen was the ruling dynasty over the continent of Westeros for nearly three hundred years. Of the bloodline of the ancient Valyrian Empire, House Targaryen was the last to master dragons, immense fire-breathing reptiles of semi-magical origin, which they used to unite the warring kingdoms of Westeros into one nation.
There isn't a lot of good that can be said about the show's depiction of Rhaegar. Sure, he was a brave knight and well respected by his friends, but his thoughtless actions led to his kingdom bleeding into civil war and the eventual downfall of his house. He also showed no consideration for what his actions would do to his wife and children and left Lyanna Stark in a tower while he went to die fighting Robert.
Like Aerys, Jaehaerys is long dead before the events of House of the Dragon, but his impact is still felt throughout the first season. His decades of peace and prosperity are brought up in comparison to Viserys' reign, both in terms of how he kept the peace going and in how he compares to his predecessor. Jaehaerys is wise and competent, possibly the best Targaryen king to sit on the Iron Throne.
13 Aegon II Played by Ty Tennant/Tom Glynn-Carney As Viserys' eldest son by Alicent Hightower , it was assumed that Aegon would be named Prince of Dragonstone and heir to the Iron Throne. However, Viserys remained committed to Rhaenyra, and Aegon grew up to be ill-suited for rule, preferring a life of debauchery and sloth. Despite this, his mother and grandfather, Otto Hightower , continue to push Aegon towards leadership to fulfill their political ambitions.
11 Lucerys Velaryon Played by Harvey Sadler and Elliot Grihault As the second son of Rhaenyra and Laenor, Lucerys is selected by his grandfather, Corlys Velaryon , as the heir to Driftmark upon his passing. Luke is well-meaning and far too inexperienced to play a game where everyone else is ahead of him. Whether it's inheriting Driftmark or taking part in the Dance of Dragons, Luke is but a puppet of fate, whether he realizes it or not.
9 Viserys Played by Harry Lloyd Following the death of his father and the end of Targaryen rule in Westeros, Viserys and his infant sister, Daenerys, are sent across the Narrow Sea for a life in exile in Essos. Viserys tries his best to provide for his sister but ultimately turns into a spiteful individual who can think only of his stolen birthright. This leads him to give Daenerys to the powerful Dothraki Kahl, Drogo , in exchange for an army.
7 Rhaenyra Played by Milly Alcock and Emma D'Arcy As the only living child of King Viserys and Aemma Arryn , Rhaenyra is heir to the Iron Throne, trained by her father to rule Westeros. Though she tries to do her duty, she also possesses a wild, passionate side that leads to her working around the law and traditions in ways that suit her.
5 Daenerys Played by Emelia Clarke Known as Stormborn, Daenerys initially spent her years traveling Essos with her brother, having little to no control over her own life. This changes when she is married to Drogo and begins to discover her inner strength. After reviving three dragons in a blood ritual, Daenerys becomes committed to bringing change to the world and reclaiming the Iron Throne.
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