House of the Dragon: Phia Saban Reveals the True Depth of Helaena Targaryen’s Character

In House of the Dragon, Phia Saban sheds light on the character of Helaena Targaryen, revealing a depth and awareness that goes unnoticed by her own family. Despite being dismissed as an ‘enduring mystery’, Helaena’s sensitivity and perceptiveness make her a key player in the political landscape of Westeros. Her ominous fear of ‘rats’ in the premiere hints at the tragedy to come, a brutal event that places her in the spotlight and forces her to confront the harsh realities of war. As she navigates grief and loss in the aftermath of her son’s murder, Helaena’s actions become increasingly strategic as she seeks to leverage her position for political gain. Through Saban’s portrayal, viewers are invited to see Helaena in a new light, as a complex and nuanced character with a pivotal role to play in the Game of Thrones for the Iron Throne.