It isn’t House of the Dragon if it does not pick up any controversy with each new episode. While the second season of the HBO show has already stirred up quite a bit of controversy, the recently released episode six of the season has further added fuel to the fire. While fans are divided on THAT one scene in the episode, the star of the show, Emma D’Arcy, believes it was vital to their character Rhaenyra Targaryen.
In a recent interview, the actor opened up about the issue and expressed the particular scene was but an inevitable power struggle, while fans remark the scene is more of a sabotage at this point.
Emma D’Arcy Defends House of the Dragon Scene with Sonoya Mizuno
House of the Dragon season 2 has been cooking up a storm since its premiere. While before it was alleged animal abuse that made headlines, this time it is episode 6 of its second season that has caused a bit of a stir within the fandom. Titled Smallfolk, the episode, at its very end, features Emma D’Arcy‘s Rhaenyra Targaryen and her newest confidant Sonoya Mizuno’s Mysaria engaging in a passionate kiss.
The scene has since baffled fans over its long-term implications on D’Arcy’s character and their character’s relationship with Matt Smith’s Daemon Targaryen. However, D’Arcy is not worried at all and instead describes the scene as a power play. In their recent interview with Variety, D’Arcy stated,
I think there’s something interesting about seeing two women within such a patriarchal system who have both developed mechanisms for navigating, manipulating the systems of power… I imagine she quite likes the idea of him finding out. There’s such a power struggle in their relationship, that hooking up with his ex, I can only think, would feel like a useful point on the board.
House of the Dragon Fans Divided Over Emma D’Arcy’s Kissing Scene with Sonoya Mizuno
When discussing shows like House of the Dragon, it’s crucial to consider the broader narrative and character development the creators are aiming for. Equally important are the fans’ expectations and opinions about specific events and characters, as these perspectives must be balanced to ensure the show’s continued relevance and success.
Seems more like they shoehorned it in to appease the woke crowd instead of focusing on good story telling
— SilentKilla7672 (@SilentKilla7672) July 22, 2024
The writing is getting shitty each episode.
— Owais Ali (@OvaixAlee) July 22, 2024
Daemon would give a fk lol
He would ask her to invite him next time— Satyam Patel | 𝕏… (@SatyamInsights) July 22, 2024
People calling this bad writing when it literally makes perfect sense for the characters
— Satyam Patel | 𝕏… (@SatyamInsights) July 22, 2024
Makers are completely self-sabotage at this point with their penchant for shock value. Not!Alyssa in the previous episode and this scene in the latest one are totally unnecessary and ruining the show. Rhaenyra is a lost cause. I’m just here for Daemon and Dragons now.
— J (@Jahnavi27K) July 22, 2024
