Matt Smith has opened up about the dramatic and emotionally charged love triangle involving his character Daemon Targaryen, Rhaenyra Targaryen, and Mysaria in House of the Dragon.
In a new interview with Winter is Coming, Smith revealed he actively pushed the writers to explore this trio dynamic, calling it “really entertaining dramatically.”
Quick read:
- Matt Smith finds the love triangle between Daemon, Rhaenyra and Mysaria entertaining
- He praises Sonoya and confesses he loves being on screen with her
- He says Mysaria was instrumental in driving Daemon out of grief
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A triple-edged sword relationship
Smith described the relationship as far more complex than a simple love triangle.
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“It’s not even double-edged, it’s triple-edged, it’s really complicated, and there’s a charge about the energy when all three of them are in the room.”
According to Smith, Mysaria (played by Sonoya Mizuno) played a pivotal role in Daemon’s emotional journey.
“Weirdly, Mysaria really dragged Daemon out of his grief with his brother in a way and really empowered him. There was a whole world in which he could have just run away into the mountains with her. There’s a deep, deep, deep affection for her even though there is this sense of betrayal.”
Smith’s admiration for Sonoya Mizuno
The actor also praised his co-star, saying he loves being on screen with Mizuno.
“I think Sonoya is such a beautiful, acute actor that I just love being on screen with her.”
This admiration shines through in the scenes, adding authenticity to the complicated bond between Daemon and Mysaria.
Why the triangle works so well
Smith’s comments highlight how the love triangle serves the story on multiple levels; it’s entertaining, emotionally layered, and full of tension. The dynamic between Daemon, Rhaenyra, and Mysaria adds depth to the ongoing war and explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, grief, and desire. Despite being married, the royal couple keep having a complicated bond with Mysaria.
