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Who is Daeron Targaryen? Everything you need to know about the House of the Dragon character

The youngest dragonrider from Team Green.

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3 months ago

October 2, 2024

Ved Prabhudesai

Daeron the Daring and Tessarion by Jota Saraiva

Credit: Jota Saraiva

House of the Dragon Season 2 has stirred excitement among fans with mentions of Daeron Targaryen. This young dragon rider, a key player in George R.R. Martin’s Fire and Blood, promises to shake up the Dance of the Dragons. Book readers of the Game of Thrones universe eagerly await his on-screen debut. Daeron’s story bridges the gap between established lore and the unfolding Targaryen saga.

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Who was Daeron Targaryen?

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Daeron Targaryen was the youngest son of King Viserys I and Queen Alicent Hightower. He rode the blue dragon Tessarion. People called him “Daeron the Daring” for his bravery in battle. Daeron supported the Greens in the Targaryen civil war. His actions in Fire and Blood shaped the conflict’s outcome.

📜Quick Details:

Title:
Prince

Also known as: Daeron the Daring

Born: 114 AC

Died: 130 AC, at Tumbleton

Allegiance: House Targaryen (Greens)

Culture: Valyrian

Father: Viserys I Targaryen

Mother: Alicent Hightower

Dragon: Tessarion

Quick Facts

Bonded with Tessarion at age six
Grew up as a ward in Oldtown
Skilled swordsman and lute player
Saved the Hightower army at the Battle of Honeywine
Briefly considered as heir to the Iron Throne
His death sparked pretender claims during Aegon III’s reign

Daeron Targaryen in House of the Dragon

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Mentions in Season 2

Otto Hightower plans to use Daeron’s influence in Oldtown
Green Council considers sending Daeron to subdue the Riverlands
Alicent inquires about her youngest son’s well-being
We see Daeron’s dragon Tessarion flying above the Hightower army in the final episode

Fan Anticipation

Rumors suggest actor Jack Cunningham-Nutall might play Daeron
Cunningham teased fans with a blue dragon plushie on social media
Book readers excited about Daeron’s connection to the blue dragon Tessarion

Character Description

Described as a stalwart and clever sixteen-year-old
Skilled in both the lute and the sword
Gwayne assures Alicent that Daeron is kind

Daeron Targaryen in Fire and Blood

Credit: Jota Saraiva

Early Life

Third son of King Viserys I and Queen Alicent Hightower
Fair-skinned with silver blond hair and purple-hued eyes
He was considered handsome and the most popular of the brothers
Sent to Oldtown at age twelve as a cupbearer and squire

Role in the Dance of the Dragons

Marched with Lord Ormund Hightower’s army from Oldtown
Saved the day at the Battle of the Honeywine
Knighted with the Valyrian sword Vigilance
Became a major threat to Rhaenyra’s rule

Notable Actions

Burned Bitterbridge in retaliation for his nephew Maelor’s death
Briefly considered as heir to the Iron Throne
Threw wine in Hugh Hammer’s face when Hugh said he wanted to be king

Death and Legacy

Died in the Second Battle of Tumbleton
Conflicting accounts of his death add to his legend
King Aegon II ordered statues built in his honor
Pretenders claimed to be Daeron during Aegon III’s reign

Quotes

“Daeron the Daring, the bravest boy who ever lived.” – Lord Ormund Hightower

“The youngest dragon will be the last to fall.” – Prophecy about Daeron Targaryen

Quick Answers

Who is Daeron Targaryen?

Daeron Targaryen is the youngest son of King Viserys I and Queen Alicent. He rides the dragon Tessarion and fights for the Greens in the Dance of the Dragons.

Has Daeron appeared in House of the Dragon?

Daeron hasn’t appeared on screen yet. Characters have mentioned him in Season 2. Fans eagerly await his debut.

What is Daeron’s role in the Dance of the Dragons?

In Fire and Blood, Daeron leads key military campaigns for the Greens. He becomes a major threat to Rhaenyra’s claim to the throne.

Who might play Daeron in House of the Dragon?

Rumors suggest Jack Cunningham-Nutall might play Daeron. The actor has teased this possibility on social media.

Why is Daeron called “the Daring”?

Daeron earns this title for his bravery at the Battle of Honeywine. He saves the Hightower army from defeat, showcasing his skill as a dragon rider.

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Ved Prabhudesai

Ved Prabhudesai is an avid enthusiast of all things pop culture. He has a special interest in the field of animation and art, with a background in Fine Arts and Digital Media Arts. He has begun his first into the field of Entertainment Journalism with Wiki of Thrones, and has been writing for them since 2023. He also has experience working as a screenplay writer, animator and comic book artist. His hobbies include holding discussions and organising events focused around pop culture, dissecting the importance of media in today's world. He began reading A Song Of Ice And Fire shortly before Game of Thrones debuted on HBO. He has followed the series religiously and has spent hours reading Wikis learning about Targaryen history and possible plot points we will see in the Winds of Winter.