Cover As the Dance of the Dragons hurtles toward its tipping point, keeping track of Westeros’s most dangerous family in ‘House of the Dragon’ has become a high-stakes full-time job. With thrones seized, armies on the march, and rogue dragonriders rewriting the rules of engagement, this guide maps out where every Targaryen currently stands (Photo: houseofthedragonhbo/Instagram)
As the Dance of the Dragons hurtles toward its tipping point, keeping track of Westeros’s most dangerous family in ‘House of the Dragon’ has become a high-stakes full-time job. With thrones seized, armies on the march, and rogue dragonriders rewriting the rules of engagement, this guide maps out where every Targaryen currently stands (Photo: houseofthedragonhbo/Instagram)
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From King’s Landing to the Reach, track every living and fallen Targaryen in ‘House of the Dragon’ before the finale
Keeping track of the Targaryen family in House of the Dragon has become increasingly difficult as the Dance of the Dragons tears the dynasty apart. By season three, characters are scattered across Westeros and beyond, with some ruling castles, others leading armies, several forced into hiding and many already meeting tragic ends. After the dramatic events of episode seven, knowing who is still alive, where they are and which side they support has never been more important.
If you’ve found yourself wondering where every Targaryen currently stands, this guide has you covered. From the rulers vying for the Iron Throne to dragonriders fighting on the front lines and fallen family members whose deaths continue to shape the war, here’s where every major Targaryen in House of the Dragon is after the latest episode and why their next move could change the course of the civil war.
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King’s Landing
Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D’Arcy)
Rhaenyra Targaryen is the named heir of King Viserys I and the ruler of Team Black who claims the Iron Throne by royal decree. As a central claimant in House of the Dragon, Rhaenyra currently occupies the Iron Throne in King’s Landing following the capture of the capital. She governs amid rising municipal tension, economic strain and political instability while attempting to consolidate control over the kingdom.
Helaena Targaryen (Phia Saban)
Helaena Targaryen is the sister-wife of Aegon II, known for her gentle nature and cryptic dragon dreams. Helaena resides inside the Red Keep at King’s Landing under the authority of Team Black. She continues to experience prophetic dreams while remaining entirely removed from military action and dragon riding.
Baela Targaryen (Bethany Antonia)
Baela Targaryen is the twin sister of Rhaena and a dragonrider who serves as an active scout for Team Black. Baela is stationed in the capital as a dragonrider for Rhaenyra, patrolling the skies on her dragon Moondancer.
Hugh Hammer (Kieran Bew)
Hugh Hammer is a blacksmith from King’s Landing who possesses Targaryen blood through bastard lineage. Hugh Hammer is a dragonseed who claimed the dragon Vermithor and remains stationed in King’s Landing under Rhaenyra’s command.
Harrenhal and The Riverlands
Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith)
Daemon Targaryen is the uncle and husband of Rhaenyra, a seasoned warrior who rides the dragon Caraxes. Daemon is stationed at the ruined fortress of Harrenhal in the Riverlands. He commands the Riverlands host and coordinates military operations for Team Black to secure the surrounding territories.
Aemond Targaryen (Ewan Mitchell)
Aemond Targaryen is the younger brother of Aegon II and the rider of Vhagar, the largest living dragon in Westeros. Serving as Prince Regent for the Green faction, Aemond is positioned at Harrenhal in the Riverlands. Mounted on Vhagar, he has moved his forces into the region to challenge rival hosts and assert dominance.
Addam of Hull (Clinton Liberty)
Addam of Hull is a shipwright who claimed Targaryen and Velaryon ancestry to become a dragonrider. Addam carries Targaryen and Velaryon blood, riding the dragon Seasmoke near the Riverlands border on missions for Team Black.
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The Vale
Rhaena Targaryen (Phoebe Campbell)
Rhaena Targaryen is the daughter of Daemon Targaryen and Laena Velaryon who grew up without a dragon mount. Rhaena is located in the Vale after successfully tracking and bonding with the wild dragon Sheepstealer, altering her strategic importance within the war effort.
Joffrey Velaryon (Oscar Eskinazi)
Joffrey Velaryon is the youngest living son of Rhaenyra Targaryen and Laenor Velaryon. Joffrey was sent to the Eyrie in the Vale earlier in the conflict to ensure his safety away from the primary theatres of war.
En Route to Essos
Aegon "The Younger" Targaryen (uncredited)
Aegon the Younger is the eldest son born to Rhaenyra Targaryen and Daemon Targaryen. Aegon the Younger was dispatched across the Narrow Sea en route to Pentos in Essos for protection following naval skirmishes in Westerosi waters.
Viserys Targaryen (uncredited)
Viserys Targaryen is the younger son of Rhaenyra Targaryen and Daemon Targaryen. Sent across the Narrow Sea for safety alongside his brother Aegon, his ongoing journey across Essos remains a pivotal point of concern for Team Black’s bloodline.
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Aegon II Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney)
Aegon II Targaryen is the eldest son of Viserys I and Alicent Hightower, crowned king by Team Green in opposition to Rhaenyra. Recognised as a key figure in House of the Dragon, Aegon II fled King’s Landing in disguise following the loss of the city to opposing forces. He remains in hiding along the Crownlands border while recovering from severe injuries alongside his dragon Sunfyre.
Daeron Targaryen (Benjamin Evan Ainsworth)
Daeron Targaryen is the youngest son of Viserys I and Alicent Hightower who was raised in Oldtown as a squire to Lord Ormund Hightower. Mounted on his cobalt dragon Tessarion, Daeron is currently advancing through the Reach alongside the Hightower army, providing crucial air support as Team Green’s primary force from the south.
Ulf the White (Tom Bennett)
Ulf the White is a man-at-arms from the capital who claimed Targaryen descent during the search for dragonriders. Ulf the White is a dragonseed riding Silverwing who is currently positioned near the Tumbleton outskirts, where his presence introduces significant uncertainty regarding future allegiances.
Jaehaera Targaryen (Lulu Barker)
Jaehaera Targaryen is the young daughter of Aegon II and Helaena Targaryen, making her an heir to the Green faction line. Jaehaera was relocated to the Hightower seat at Oldtown under armed guard to safeguard the remaining Green heirs.
Deceased Targaryens
Viserys I Targaryen (Paddy Considine)
Viserys I Targaryen was the fifth king of the Targaryen dynasty whose peaceful reign preceded the civil war. Viserys I passed away from illness in King’s Landing, an event that directly triggered the succession crisis between Rhaenyra and Aegon II.
Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best)
Rhaenys Targaryen was the cousin of Viserys I, known as the Queen Who Never Was, and an experienced dragonrider. Rhaenys was killed in combat during the aerial battle at Rook’s Rest while riding her dragon Meleys against Green forces.
Jacaerys Velaryon (Harry Collett)
Jacaerys Velaryon was the eldest son and original heir of Rhaenyra Targaryen, serving as a diplomat and commander. Jacaerys was killed in action during the naval engagement known as the Battle of the Gullet while defending the sea lanes.
Lucerys Velaryon (Elliot Grihault)
Lucerys Velaryon was the second son of Rhaenyra Targaryen and heir to Driftmark. Lucerys was slain over Shipbreaker Bay by Aemond Targaryen and Vhagar while serving as an envoy to Storm’s End.
Jaehaerys Targaryen (Jude Rock)
Jaehaerys Targaryen was the young son and heir of Aegon II and Helaena Targaryen. Jaehaerys was slain inside the Red Keep in King’s Landing during the initial stages of the war.
The shifting positions of these characters define the narrative progression of House of the Dragon as the war heads towards its season final next week
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