Emma D’Arcy plays Rhaenyra Targaryen, who was in line to inherit the Iron Throne from her father, King Viserys. However, Team Green took it from her after his death. As season two begins, she’s mourning the loss of her second son, killed in a dragon battle with Aemond Targaryen in the season one finale, and plotting her next move from Dragonstone. She is married to her uncle, Daemon, and has two surviving sons with her first husband as well as a pair of blonde sons with Daemon.
Alicent Targaryen’s next steps
With her son, Aegon, on the Iron Throne, Queen Alicent Targaryen (Olivia Cooke) is now the Dowager Queen. She was King Viserys’ second wife and their marriage soured her lifelong friendship with Rhaenyra. At season one’s end, King Aegon II was hastily crowned; in season two, we’ll see how Alicent deals with life in King’s Landing under her impulsive son’s rule.
Olivia Cooke plays Alicent Targaryen in a scene reacting to Aegon’s coronation.
The turmoil surrounding Daemon Targaryen
Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith) faces emotional turmoil after losing his brother and seeing his wife’s claim usurped. In season two, expect him to figure out his place as Westeros plunges into war.
Rhaenys Targaryen’s impactful presence
Eve Best as Rhaenys will continue to offer insightful advice and wisdom
. Passed over for the throne because she’s a woman, she remains a fierce dragonrider and a reality check for both Rhaenyra and Alicent regarding Westeros’ patriarchal system.
Aemond’s ambitions and grievances
Aemond lost an eye in childhood and thinks himself more suitable for kingship than his older brother. At season one’s end, he pursued Luke on Vhagar, resulting in carnage. This season will explore the bad blood within the family.
Lord Corlys Velaryon’s recovery
Lord Corlys Velaryon (Steve Toussaint) recovers from an accident that could significantly impact future events. He remains sharp and influential, even without ruling power.
The rise of Ser Criston Cole
Ser Criston Cole (Fabien Frankel) transitions from a knight with humble origins to Lord Commander of the Kingsguard. His battlefield expertise will be crucial as battles escalate.
The manipulations of Otto Hightower
Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifans), continues his manipulative ways. Otto played a key role by pushing his daughter into royalty to stir succession issues, leveraging every opportunity that arose.
Rhys Ifans portrays Otto Hightower, known for his manipulative actions throughout the series.
The secretive dealings of Lord Larys Strong
Lord Larys Strong (Matthew Needham), supports Team Green but always works towards his personal goals—gaining information and influence through secretive means.
Lord Larys deals secretively with information to gain more power and influence within the court.
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