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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 finale: Helaena dies
In the 'House of the Dragon' Season 3 finale, Helaena Targaryen (Phia Saban) commits suicide by jumping from a window in King's Landing. She leaves behind a tapestry depicting Rhaenyra on the…
The Story in Brief
In the 'House of the Dragon' Season 3 finale, Helaena Targaryen (Phia Saban) commits suicide by jumping from a window in King's Landing. She leaves behind a tapestry depicting Rhaenyra on the Iron Throne with blood streaming down, foreshadowing her own downfall. The episode ends with Rhaenyra, having executed the High Septon for refusing to anoint her, declaring herself "Rhaenyra the Chosen" and "The Prince That Was Promised."
The finale also sees Aegon II (Tom Glynn-Carney) and Aemond (Ewan Mitchell) reuniting at Harrenhal and setting aside their differences to join forces against Rhaenyra. The Battle of Tumbleton results in chaos, with Ulf's dragon Silverwing turning on everyone. Season 4, expected in 2028, will reportedly feature increased betrayal, riots in King's Landing, and the potential defection of Hugh Hammer. The showrunners have confirmed the final season will adapt the later chapters of George R.R. Martin's 'Fire & Blood.'
The Indian Opinion
The obsession with fan theories and character twists often overshadows the show's core themes of power and prophecy. Helaena's suicide is not just a shock tactic but a tragic commentary on how visionaries are sidelined in a brutal game of thrones. The focus should shift from who sits the Iron Throne to the human cost of ambition. The real question is whether Rhaenyra's descent into tyranny, foreshadowed by her cut on the throne, will spark more discussions on leadership than on dragon battles.
Sources (3): timesofindia.indiatimes.com, hindustantimes.com, timesofindia.indiatimes.com (2)
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