After a two-year wait, House of the Dragon is finally returning this month, but many fans are less focused on the dragons and battles than on what comes next for Rhaenyra Targaryen.
Following the devastating events of Season 2, viewers believe the Queen of Team Black could be heading into her darkest chapter yet as the civil war intensifies.
The new season premieres on June 21 and will pick up as Rhaenyra continues her fight for the Iron Throne.
However, comments from showrunner Ryan Condal have sparked speculation that the character's growing belief in prophecy and destiny could lead her down a dangerous path.
While Rhaenyra has long been presented as one of the show's most sympathetic characters, some fans are questioning how far she will go in pursuit of victory.
Speaking to TV Insider, Condal revealed that the show's exploration of prophecy will play a significant role moving forward.
'Historically, this universe has been at its literary best when it deconstructs the epic fantasy tropes,' he explained.
The showrunner said he was interested in exploring what happens when a character begins to believe they are at the centre of a larger story and chosen by fate itself.
'What kind of actions would they believe justified if they simultaneously believe the gods have chosen them to play the central role in a larger story?' Condal said.
Online, many viewers wonder what will be Rhaenyra's destiny in the next season.
Source: International Business Times UK
