Matt Smith has opened up about one of his favourite dynamics in House of the Dragon; the relationship between his character, Daemon Targaryen, and Mysaria (played by Sonoya Mizuno).
In an interview with SFX Magazine, Smith revealed that he has long been fascinated by the pairing.
Quick read:
- Season 3 to also explore Daemon and Mysaria’s relationship
- Matt Smith describes Sonoya’s Mysaria as one of his favourite characters
- He says he’s always been intrigued by their dynamic
A relationship built on intrigue
Matt’s words were,
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“I’ve always been intrigued by his (Daemon’s) relationship with Mysaria. The complexity and nature, and the genuine intrigue that surrounds both of these characters.”
Smith went on to praise Sonoya Mizuno’s performance, calling her both a wonderful actor and a wonderful person:
“She’s expertly played by Sonoya Mizuno, who is a wonderful actor and a wonderful person. It’s good to see her character come to the forefront this year. She’s always been one of my favourite characters, for sure.”
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Mysaria steps into spotlight
With House of the Dragon Season 3, Mysaria is finally getting more screen time and a bigger role in the story. Smith’s comments suggest that fans can expect her complicated relationship with Daemon to play a more prominent part moving forward.
The dynamic between the two has always been one of the most intriguing in the series, marked by manipulation, attraction, and shared goals. Smith’s enthusiasm indicates that this season will explore their connection even deeper.
Matt Smith’s praise for both the character and the actress suggests that Daemon and Mysaria’s storyline will be a highlight of the new season. With Mysaria becoming more central to the plot, their “genuine intrigue” and complicated chemistry are likely to take centre stage along with the complex bond between Rhaenyra and Mysaria as well.
